Google Pixel 4 XL Loudspeaker Replacement

• Insert a SIM eject tool, bit, or a straightened paper clip into the small hole on the left edge of the phone.

• Press firmly to prevent damage — risk of tray breakage.

• Remove the ejected SIM card tray.

Prepare a iOpener and apply it to the bottom edge of the back panel for one minute.

• Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate.

Be careful not to overheat the phone, as the display and internal battery are susceptible to heat damage.

Apply a suction cup to the heated edge of the back panel by pressing down on it to create suction.

If the glass is badly cracked, cover it with clear packing tape for better adhesion.

• Use very strong tape as an alternative to a suction cup.
• As a last resort, superglue the suction cup directly to the broken panel.

Apply firm pressure with the suction cup to separate the back panel from the frame.

Difficulty may vary depending on your phone's age; if needed, apply more heat to aid separation.

• Insert an opening pick into the created gap.

Slide the opening pick across the bottom towards the left corner to slice the adhesive.

• With the pick still inserted, slide it from the bottom left corner over to the bottom right corner to completely slice the bottom side adhesive.
• Leave the pick inserted in the bottom right corner to prevent the adhesive from re-sealing.

Prepare an iOpener and apply it to the left edge of the phone for exactly one minute.

Insert opening pick under back panel, near charge port.

• Guide the opening pick down towards the bottom left corner.

Slide the opening pick along the bottom left corner and up the left side of the phone to loosen the adhesive.

• If necessary, use a sawing motion to help the pick cut through stubborn adhesives.
• Stop when you reach the top left corner near the camera and leave the pick in place.

Heat up an iOpener and apply it to the right side of the phone for 1 minute.

Insert a third opening pick on the lower right side.

• Slide it up towards the top, cutting the right side's adhesive.
• Stop at the top right corner, leaving the pick in place.

Locate the top right corner and slide the third opening pick along the top edge, cutting through the remaining adhesive.

Do not attempt to remove the panel completely.

• Lift the right edge of the back cover, opening it like a book.
• The back cover remains attached, so do not try to pull it off yet.

Continue swinging open the back panel until it rests on the left edge of the phone without stressing the attached ribbon cable.

• Power on the phone and test all functions during reassembly.
• Ensure the phone is powered down completely before continuing work.

Remove the four T3 Torx screws securing the battery connector shield:

• One 1.8 mm screw
• One 4.1 mm screw
• One 4.4 mm shouldered screw
• One 4.0 mm shouldered screw

Keep track of each screw and ensure it returns to its original location.

Remove the battery connector shield using a pair of tweezers.

Careful not to puncture the battery when using a spudger near it.

• Disconnect the battery connector: use the pointed end of the spudger to pry straight up from the motherboard.
• To re-attach a press connector:
• Carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place.
• Repeat on the other side.

  Do not press in the middle, as this can bend pins and cause permanent damage if the connector is misaligned.

Use the flat end of a spudger to carefully bend the battery cable away from other components.

Accidental short circuits can cause damage or injury.

• Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the two 4.1 mm screws
• The screws are located at the back panel connector cover.

Remove the back panel connector cover using a pair of tweezers.

Use the pointed end of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the back panel connector.

Remove the back panel.

• For custom-cut adhesives: Follow the installation guide provided.
• For pre-cut adhesive cards: Refer to their specific installation instructions in this guide.

• Remove the one T3 Torx 4.1 mm screw.
• Remove the one T3 Torx 2.7 mm screw.
• Remove the one T3 Torx 4.4 mm shouldered screw.

Use tweezers to remove the loudspeaker.

• Check the condition of the adhesive gasket.
• If in good condition, reuse it but ensure the exit hole remains uncovered.
• If pulled out of place, replace with a new pre-cut strip or Tesa tape.