Google Pixel 10a Battery Replacement - Google Pixel 10a

Step 1 | Prepare your Pixel for disassembly

Let the Pixel's battery drain to below 25% before starting repair.

Unplug all cables and power down the device completely.
If rear cover is bulging, battery may be swollen; take necessary precautions.

Step 2 | Heat the rear cover

Heat the rear cover using a hair dryer until it's hot to the touch.

For best results, refer to additional guidance on using a hair dryer for adhesive softening.
Alternatively, follow this guide if using an iOpener.

Step 3 | Create an opening gap

Position the suction handle approximately one inch from the right edge of the rear cover, as near to the edge as feasible.

Step 4

Hold the suction handle firmly and pull up with steady force.

A gap should form between the cover and frame.
If a gap doesn't form, reheat the edge and try again.
Insert the tip of an opening pick into the gap.

Step 5 | Adhesive information

Separate the rear cover from the device using a reference picture.

Begin by prying away the adhesive along the frame perimeter.

Insert your tool no more than 3 mm when prying loose the left edge adhesive to avoid damaging the wireless charging coil and its graphite film.

Step 6 | Separate the rear cover

Apply an opening pick to the perimeter of the device and slide it along to separate the adhesive.

Excessive force may cause damage — use gentle pressure instead.

If separation is difficult, reapply heat and attempt again.

Step 7

Insert an opening pick deep into the top-left corner, prying the adhesive away from the camera bezel.

Step 8

Remove the rear cover by slowly peeling it up.

Step 9 | Remove the wireless charging assembly screws

Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the 15 screws securing the wireless charging assembly.

Remove the 13 gray screws and 2 silver non-magnetic screws, noting their locations for reassembly.

Careful not to mix or lose any screws during this process; reattach each one exactly where it was found to prevent damage to your phone.

Step 10 | Unclip the wireless charging assembly

Insert an opening pick into the gap at the bottom-right corner of the device.

Pry upwards carefully to unclip the wireless charging assembly from this cutout.
Repeat the process by inserting another opening pick near the power button on the left edge.
Continue prying up and outwards to release the wireless charging assembly completely.

Step 11 | Remove the wireless charging assembly

Disconnect and remove the wireless charging assembly.

Step 12 | Remove the battery connector cover

Remove the battery connector cover using a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.

Step 13

Remove the battery connector cover.

Step 14 | Disconnect the battery

Insert the point of a spudger under the top-right corner of the battery connector.

Pry up carefully to disconnect the battery, taking care not to damage delicate components near the connector socket.

Throughout this repair, pry only at the designated area marked by a gold line on the circuit board.

Step 15 | Move the side button cable

Avoid puncturing the battery when handling cables.

Peel up the left-side button cable using a fingernail or spudger.

Flip it over the side of your phone with caution to avoid battery damage.

Step 16 | Peel the pull tabs

Use your fingers or an opening pick to lift up a corner of the battery pull tab marked with number "2".
Pull the battery pull tab marked "2" off the top of the battery.
Continue pulling to remove the battery pull tab labeled "1" in its entirety from the top of the battery.

Step 17 | Separate the battery

The battery adhesive is strong; multiple attempts may be required.

With both hands, firmly grab the "2" pull tab near the left edge of the phone frame.
Brace your hands against the rest of the phone frame.

If the battery does not loosen, proceed to the next step for an alternate method.

Pull up with firm, steady force until the battery separates from the phone frame.

Step 18 | Loosen the battery (alternate method)

Apply 2-3 drops of high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (90%+) to the left edge of the battery.

Tilt phone's left edge upwards to allow alcohol to flow under the battery.
Wait 1 minute for adhesive to soften.
Use a flat opening pick to pry up the left edge of the battery until it separates.

Step 19 | Remove the battery and liner

Remove the battery with its attached plastic liner.

Pry out the battery using a flat tool or credit card.
Gently pull away the liner to remove it from the phone.

Step 20 | Disassembly complete

Reassembly of your phone begins now.

Follow these steps in reverse order from the disassembly sequence.

Step 21 | Clean the frame

Use only high-concentration (>90%) isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth or coffee filters to avoid spreading adhesive.

Clean the battery well with a lint-free cloth or coffee filters dampened in isopropyl alcohol.

Step 22 | Remove the thin battery liner

Remove the thin liner from the top edge of the battery's back.

Step 23 | Move the left button cable out of the way

Route the left button cable over the edge to keep it clear from the battery.

Step 24 | Connect the battery

Hold the battery above its recess.

Press and connect the battery press connector using your finger.
This helps align the battery when inserting it.

Do not force the connector into place — try repositioning and reconnecting if needed.

Step 25 | Install the battery

Steady the battery with one hand.

Pull the liner from the underside of the battery.
Lay the battery in its recess carefully.

Step 26

Press the battery firmly into place with your fingers.

Step 27 | Install the battery connector cover

Place the battery connector cover into position and gently lower it onto its base.

Step 28

Install the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver and secure the 1.9 mm-long battery connector cover screw.

Step 29 | Fold the left button cable down

Press the left button cable onto the battery with your finger.

Step 30 | Install the wireless charging assembly

Place the wireless charging assembly onto the frame.

Press around the perimeter using your fingers to engage all clips.
If the assembly does not clip in, stop and check for any obstructions underneath it.

Step 31

Install the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.

Secure thirteen gray 5.0 mm screws with a 15-degree torque.
Secure two silver non-magnetic 5.0 mm screws with a 10-degree torque.

Step 32 | Test your repair

Test your repair: Power on your phone and verify all features are functional.

Run a diagnostics test using the Pixel Diagnostic tool.

If screen or fingerprint sensor is malfunctioning, reconnect the screen connector.

Full power down before reassembly.

Step 33 | Clean the frame

Take your time cleaning the frame.

A clean frame ensures better bond quality, as replacement adhesive will lay evenly.

Use your fingers, spudger, or tweezers to remove the adhesive from the frame perimeter.
For large pieces of adhesive, pull slowly and straight in the opposite direction.

Remove any remaining residue with high concentration (greater than 90%) isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth (or coffee filter).

Step 34 | Replace the camera bezel adhesive

Check the adhesive blocks around the rear cameras for cleanliness and wrinkles.

If clean and unwrinkled, you can skip the next three steps.
Pry up the seven adhesive blocks surrounding the rear cameras using a spudger's point.

Step 35

Peel the clear liner from the camera bezel adhesive.

Carefully align the adhesive using the rear cameras for reference.
Lay the adhesive in place.

Step 36

Press the camera bezel adhesive onto the frame using your fingers.

Peel and remove the top blue liner from the adhesive.
A thinner liner will remain, covering the adhesive.

Step 37 | Replace the rear cover interior adhesive

Check the interior adhesive blocks for cleanliness and wrinkles.

If they appear suitable, proceed to step [insert next step number].
Remove the interior adhesive blocks using a spudger, scraping them off the rear cover.

Step 38

Remove the clear liner from the interior adhesive sheet.

Position the adhesive over the rear cover, using the camera cutout for alignment.
Slowly peel away the large protective liner.

Step 39 | Install the rear cover adhesive

Place the rear cover adhesive onto the phone's frame without removing its liner.

Use the camera cutout for proper alignment and orientation.

Step 40

Peel down the top half of the clear liner to expose the adhesive. Do not fully remove the liner yet.

Step 41

Take your time aligning the adhesive to the frame.

Align and lay the top edge of the adhesive onto the frame.

Press down along the top edge to secure the alignment, as incorrect application may require restarting with new adhesive.

Slowly peel away the clear liner while pressing the rest of the adhesive in place.

Step 42

Press the adhesive evenly around the entire frame using a spudger.

Step 43

Remove the large liner from the rear cover adhesive.

Step 44

Remove any remaining liner material from the replacement camera bezel adhesive.

Step 45

Remove the perimeter adhesive liner.

Carefully inspect the frame for any remaining liners.
Remove all detected liners.

Step 46 | Inspect the rear camera glass

Dirt on the camera cutouts can affect image quality.

Wipe the rear cover camera cutouts with a lint-free cloth if dirty.
Remove any lens caps or liners from the rear cameras.
Gently wipe the camera lenses with a lint-free cloth if needed to ensure cleanliness.

Step 47 | Install the rear cover

Lay the rear cover over the frame.

Firmly press around the perimeter to secure the adhesive.
Alternatively, hold your phone and squeeze firmly around the perimeter for added strength.

For a more secure bond, do not use this method as it may compromise the structural integrity of the device. Instead:

Lay your phone screen-down on a clean and flat surface underneath several books overnight.