Google Pixel 2 XL Earpiece Speaker Replacement

Locate the SIM card tray on the left edge of the phone.

• Insert a SIM card eject tool or a paperclip into the small hole in the SIM card tray.
• Press firmly to eject the tray.

Remove the SIM card tray from the phone.

The SIM card will fall out of the tray easily.

• When reinserting, ensure the SIM card is in the proper orientation relative to the tray.

Tape over cracked display glass to prevent bodily harm and further breakage, creating a smooth surface for the next step.

• Apply a suction cup as close as possible to the SIM slot edge, avoiding the curved section of the glass.
• The curved portion will not form a good seal with the suction cup.

Apply firm, constant pressure to the suction cup.

• Insert an opening pick between the front panel and rear case.

A significant amount of force may be required; rock the suction cup and screen or apply heat if necessary.

Avoiding damage to the phone's display and cameras is crucial during disassembly.

• Insert the pick no more than 0.25 inches (6 mm) into the bottom edge of the phone to prevent OLED panel damage.
• Avoid cutting along the left edge, as it may harm delicate display cables.
• In the upper left corner, make very shallow cuts to avoid damaging the front-facing camera.

Insert an opening pick on the right side of the phone and gently slide it downwards.

• The goal is to separate the display adhesive.

Use the flat edge of the opening pick to avoid cutting too deeply.

• Slide the pick around the lower-right corner.
• Continue along the bottom edge of the phone.

Slide the pick around the top-right corner and top edge of the phone.

• Reinsert the flat edge of the pick at the top-right corner.
• Continue sliding it along the top edge.

Start by gently lifting the display from the right side of the phone, opening it like a book.

If the display doesn't readily lift, some extra prying may be needed to separate the last of the adhesive.

• Do not fully separate the display yet, as fragile ribbon cables still connect it to the motherboard.
• Lay the display flat on a table next to the rest of the phone, keeping it close to minimize strain on the display and digitizer cables.

Locate the lower edge of the digitizer cable connector cover and use an opening tool to pry up and release the clip.

Pry carefully to avoid damaging the cable underneath or losing the cover itself.

• Remove the connector cover, taking care to set it aside for reinstallation later.

Avoid bending the pins by ensuring proper alignment before pressing the digitizer cable connector back into its socket.

• Lift the digitizer cable connector out of its socket on the motherboard using a spudger's pointed tip.
• To reattach, align and press one side down gently until it clicks, then repeat for the other side. Avoid pressing the middle area.
• If your screen still doesn't respond after repair, inspect the connector for proper seating, dust, or obstructions in the socket.

Remove any tape covering the display connector using a pair of tweezers.

Insert the point of a spudger into the small hole on the edge of the display connector cover.

• Pry the cover out of its recess using the spudger.
• Remove the connector cover.
• Retain this component for later reassembly.

Use the flat edge of a spudger to carefully lift the display cable connector out of its socket.

• Remove the display from the device.

• If reassembling, consider replacing adhesive around the edges of the display before proceeding.

Remove the 11 x 3.8 mm Phillips screws holding the midframe in place.

Note: Keep track of each removed screw to ensure proper reassembly.

Insert a spudger into the notch near the volume button.

• Pry the midframe up and away from the rest of the phone.
• Remove the midframe.

Disconnect the battery connector with the flat end of a spudger.

Use the pointed end of a spudger to carefully disconnect the front-facing camera connector.

• Attach the front camera to the motherboard.
• Insert the motherboard with the attached camera into place.

Use the flat end of a spudger to carefully release the right Active Edge sensor connector.

• Next, disconnect the antenna cable.

Use the pointed tip of a spudger to carefully disconnect the fingerprint sensor connector.

Disconnect the left Active Edge sensor connector using the flat end of a spudger.

Use the flat end of a spudger to disconnect the charging assembly connector.

Disconnect the front-facing sensor assembly connector using the pointed end of a spudger.

Clear all cables and connectors from the board.

• Lift the motherboard bottom using a spudger's flat edge, being careful not to bend it.
• If it starts to bend, stop and check for any obstructions.

The narrow part of the motherboard is fragile; handle with care.

• Slide the board toward the bottom while lifting it out near the SIM card slot.
• Remove the motherboard.

Keep the phone flat after removing the motherboard to avoid damaging the front-facing camera.

Reinstall by moving cables, then aligning connectors with their sockets.

Applying excessive force or improper heat application may cause damage.

• Apply plenty of heat to the right side of the back glass, targeting the adhesive bonds.
• Insert a small suction cup and gently pull the glass up to clear an area for an opening pick.

Alternative: If you don't have a suction cup, consider using a jimmy. Be aware that this method may damage the enamel coating.

• Continue applying heat and slowly move the opening picks around the top edge of the phone.

Flip the phone over.

• Apply gentle heat to the earpiece speaker contacts.
• Separate them from the .

Use a spudger to carefully pry off the plastic cover.

Apply heat to the front of the phone frame

• to loosen the adhesive.
• Use a spudger to gently pry the speaker out of its mounting points.