Google Pixel 4 Display Assembly Replacement

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

• Press firmly to eject the tray.
• Remove the SIM card tray.

Heat source application requires caution — risk of heat damage to display and internal battery.

• Prepare an iOpener or use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate for thermal expansion.
• Apply the heat source to the bottom edge of the back panel for one minute.

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

If the back glass is badly cracked, cover it with clear packing tape for better adhesion or use strong tape instead of the suction cup. If still unsuccessful, superglue the suction cup to the broken panel, but note this method may cause damage.

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

• Continue applying force until a gap is created, or reheat the edge if necessary.
• Once a gap exists, carefully insert an opening pick into it.

• Slide an opening pick across the bottom towards the left corner to cut the adhesive.
• Still with the pick inserted, move it from the bottom left corner to the bottom right corner to slice the adhesive completely.

Leave the pick in place to prevent re-sealing of the adhesive.

Apply heat carefully to avoid damage or burns.

• Prepare an iOpener.
• Apply it to the left edge of the phone and let it sit for one minute.

• Insert an additional opening pick near the charge port.
• Guide this new pick down to the bottom left corner of the phone.

Insert an opening pick at the bottom left corner of the phone.

• Pull the pick across the left side of the phone in a sawing motion to slice the adhesive.
• Be aware that the adhesive can be very gummy, so it may require some effort to penetrate.

Continue pulling the pick until you reach the top left corner, near the camera. Leave the pick inserted at this point.

Apply iOpener to the right edge of the phone for 1 minute.

Insert a third pick at the lower righthand side.

• Slide the pick up towards the top of the phone, slicing the right side's adhesive.
• Stop when you reach the top right corner and leave the pick inserted.

• Position the third opening pick in the top right corner of the phone.
• Guide it across the top side, cutting through the remaining adhesive.

Carefully lift the right edge of the back cover, opening it like a book.

Do not attempt to remove the panel entirely at this stage — it remains connected to the phone.

Continue swinging open the back panel until it rests against the left edge of the phone, avoiding any strain on the attached ribbon cable.

• In reassembly, power on your phone to test all functions before sealing the back panel.
• Make sure to completely power down your phone before proceeding further with repairs.

Remove the T3 Torx screws (four 4.0 mm and one 2.1 mm) securing the battery connector shield.

• Carefully note which screw comes from each location to ensure proper reassembly.
• Set aside screws in a secure location to avoid mix-up during reinstallation.

Remove the battery connector shield with a pair of tweezers.

Avoid puncturing the battery when using a spudger near it.

• Pry the battery connector straight up from the motherboard with the pointed end of a spudger.
• To reconnect, align and press down on one side until it clicks into place, then repeat on the other; avoid pressing in the middle to prevent pin damage.

Use a spudger to fold the battery cable over, ensuring no accidental contacts.

Remove the back panel connector cover using a T3 Torx driver.

• Target the two 4mm screws.
• Turn the T3 Torx driver clockwise to loosen and remove the screws.

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

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

Remove the back panel.

• For custom-cut adhesives, refer to the reassembly guide.
• If using a pre-cut adhesive card, follow the provided installation guide.

• Remove the four 4mm screws with a T3 Torx driver.

Use a pair of tweezers to carefully lift the camera cover.

• Tilt the cover upwards.
• Slide it out of its retaining slot in the upper right corner.

Use the pointed end of a spudger to carefully lift the camera and sensor connectors straight up from the motherboard.

Disconnect the laser module connector.

Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the two 2.4 mm screws holding the front camera and sensor assembly in place.

Remove the front camera and sensor assembly using a pair of tweezers.

Disconnect the display connector from the motherboard using a spudger.

Apply iOpener to the right edge of the display for 1 minute.

This process will almost always destroy the OLED display panel.

• Only proceed if replacing an already-broken display assembly.
• Suction cup: Apply to heated edge of display assembly.
• For badly cracked displays, cover with clear packing tape or use strong tape as alternative.
• As a last resort, superglue suction cup to broken display assembly.

Apply strong, steady force to create gap between display assembly and frame.

• May require significant force depending on phone age.
• Difficulty? Apply heat to edge and try again.
• Insert opening pick into gap.
• Additional heat may be required for older phones; apply and try again if necessary.

Slide a opening pick along the right bezel of the phone.

• Pick carefully, applying pressure between the display and the frame to slice the adhesive.
• Leave the pick in place at the bottom right corner.

Insert a second opening pick in the top left corner under the display assembly.

If it's difficult, reapply an iOpener to the upper edge.

• Slide the opening pick around the corner and down the left side of the phone.
• Stop halfway down on the left side and leave the pick inserted.

Insert a third opening pick along the right edge, midway between the display and the midframe.

• Tilt the pick slightly and apply pressure to begin prying the assembly apart.

Hold the phone firmly and gently tilt the display assembly upwards along the left edge.

• Locate the display connector near the motherboard and carefully slide it out of its housing to separate the display assembly from the rest of the phone.

The connector should come out easily without any force applied.

Remove the display assembly.

• Thread the replacement assembly's display cable through the motherboard cutout.
• If necessary, unclip the white antenna cable or loosen/move the motherboard for clearance.

Be sure to test repairs before applying adhesives.

• If using custom-cut adhesive, follow application instructions in a separate guide.
• If using Tesa tape, refer to the relevant reassembly guide.

During boot-up calibration, do not touch the display assembly, as this may cause improper touch calibration and issues.