Google Pixel 5a Front-Facing Camera Replacement

Insert the SIM card eject tool into the small hole on the right side edge of the frame.

A standard tool may be too wide; use a small paperclip or the SIM eject bit instead.

• Press firmly until you feel the SIM card tray pop out.
• Remove the SIM card tray from the phone.

Turn off your device before starting repairs.

• Pry the screen up to detach it from the phone.
• Take note of two critical seams on the edge of the phone:

• Screen seam: Do not pry at this point, as it separates the screen from the rest of the device.
• Bezel seam: This is where you should apply prying pressure to release the plastic bezel and its clips.

Excessive heat can damage the display and internal battery.

• Apply a heated iOpener to the right edge of the display for one minute to soften the adhesive.
• If necessary, reapply the iOpener multiple times to weaken the adhesive sufficiently.

Use alternative heat sources like a hair dryer or heat gun with caution, avoiding overheating.

Identify and note the black clips securing the bezel.

• Insert an opening pick in each identified clip.

If display is badly cracked, use clear packing tape to enable suction cup adhesion.

• Apply strong tape or superglue directly to suction cup for extra adhesion if needed.

Place suction cup near right edge of screen.

• Lift suction cup with steady force until gap forms between bezel and midframe.

Identify and locate the plastic clips that secure the bezel to the midframe.

• Insert the opening pick into the seam, starting about 1.6 inches from the bottom of the phone.
• Gently pry along the entire length of the bezel, working carefully around the edges.

Insert opening pick into bezel seam, 3-4 cm from top edge.

• Insert the opening pick into the bezel seam at the top of the phone.
• If needed, slide the pick along the top right corner to create a sufficient gap at the top.

Insert the opening pick tip into the bezel seam at the bottom of the phone.

• If necessary, slide the pick along the bottom right corner to create a sufficient gap.
• The gap should allow for easy insertion of the opening pick into the bezel seam.

Insert the opening pick into the bezel seam on the left side, approximately 2 cm from the bottom.

Insert the opening pick tip into the bezel seam, approximately 3-4 cm below the front-facing camera.

Remove all clips using care.

• Slice through remaining adhesive with an opening pick.
• Open the device from the right side like a book.

Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the 4.6mm-long screw securing the screen connector bracket.

• Keep track of screws to ensure they are replaced in their original positions.

Remove the screen connector bracket with a pair of tweezers.

Use a spudger to pry up the screen flex cable.

• To reattach:
• Align the connector and press down on one side until it clicks into place
• Repeat on the other side, avoiding the middle area

Do not press down on the middle – misalignment can cause permanent damage to the pins.

Handle the Pixel's screen with care: small scratches or dents can cause damage.

• Grip the screen by its edges to avoid applying pressure on the fragile area.
• Place the screen on a soft, lint-free cloth to prevent anything from touching the bottom.

Remove the screen from the phone.

• During reassembly: Check the front-facing camera hole on the new screen for any protective liners and remove them.
• Reinstall the screen connector bracket.

If using custom-cut adhesive, apply it correctly as per this guide. If using Tesa tape, follow these instructions.

During boot-up after reassembly, do not touch the screen during the calibration sequence to avoid improper touch calibration and potential touch issues.

Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the six screws securing the midframe.

• Remove four 4.6 mm screws.
• Remove one 4.0 mm screw.
• Remove one 2.0 mm screw.

Keep track of each screw for proper reinstallation.

Insert the pointed end of a spudger under the black plastic cover located at the bottom left of the phone.

• Insert the pointed end of a spudger into the gap and slide it to the left.
• The plastic cover should separate completely from the midframe.
• Once separated, carefully lift the plastic cover off the midframe.

Use tweezers to gently lift the edge of the tape covering the screws.

• The tape is hiding screws that secure the charging port bracket.

• Use a T3 Torx driver to remove three 4.6 mm screws.
• Remove one additional 4.0 mm screw.

Remove the tape holding the charging port bracket in place using a spudger or tweezers.

Be cautious not to puncture or bend the battery, as damage may cause leaks of hazardous chemicals or lead to a fire.

Careful not to puncture or damage the battery when handling the graphite sheet.

• Use a blunt pair of tweezers or your fingers to carefully peel back the graphite sheet covering the battery.

• Position the pointed end of a spudger under the top right corner of the midframe.

• Be careful not to damage the black plastic clip securing the midframe.

  Use the spudger to pull the midframe down and then pry up to detach it from the top frame.

Remove the midframe.

Do not misplace two small midframe retaining clips.

• Identify the clips' original positions in each corner.
• Before replacing the midframe, ensure they are securely seated.

Insert the flat end of a spudger into the battery connector and gently pry it upwards.

Disconnect the 16 MP Ultrawide camera's connector using the flat end of a spudger.

• Remove the 16 MP Ultrawide camera.

• Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up the 12.2 MP Wide-Angle camera's connector and disconnect it.
• Remove the 12.2 MP Wide-Angle camera.

Insert the pointed end of a spudger and gently pry up on the headphone jack connector to release its connection.

Insert the flat end of a spudger into the headphone socket and gently pry upwards.

• Continue prying until the headphone pops free from its socket.
• Once removed, set the headphone jack aside for future reference.

Disconnect the fingerprint sensor connector by prying up on it with the flat end of a spudger.

Insert the flat end of the spudger into the camera flash connector and gently pry up to release.

Remove the motherboard mounting screws using a T3 Torx driver.

• There are three screws, each 2.9 mm in length.
• They secure the motherboard to the frame.

Ensure the SIM card tray is removed.

• Insert the flat end of a spudger under the top right corner of the motherboard.
• Lift the motherboard from the frame.

Insert the flat end of a spudger into the top left corner of the motherboard.

• Lift up on the spudger to dislodge the motherboard from its mounting points.

Do not deform the battery — risk of damage.

Insert the pointed end of a spudger under the screw slot, top right of the speaker assembly.

Pry carefully to dislodge the speaker from its frame.

Disconnect all cables connected to the motherboard and speaker assembly.

• Release any screws securing the motherboard and speaker assembly in place.
• Lift the motherboard and speaker assembly out of the chassis.

Flip the motherboard over.

• Use the pointed end of a spudger to carefully remove the tape from in front of the camera connector.

Use the flat end of a spudger to disconnect the front-facing camera.

Disconnect the front-facing camera cable.

• Carefully pry the camera module away from the phone's casing.
• Once removed, set it aside with the other internal components.