Google Pixel 5a Screen Adhesive Installation
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- Make sure you have already removed your screen and set it aside (see separate instructions).
This guide was written using a Pixel 5; some visual differences may occur, but the adhesive installation procedure is the same.
Step 1 | Remove adhesive residue from the frame
Peel off as much adhesive as possible with a pair of tweezers.
- Use a spudger to scrape away any remaining adhesive.
- Do not use metal tools, as they may damage the frame.
- Clean the area underneath the removed adhesive with 90% or greater isopropyl alcohol to prepare the surface for new adhesive.
Step 2 | Remove adhesive residue from the screen
Do not use metal tools when scraping away screen adhesive — risk of damaging the screen.
- Repeat the previous step for the screen adhesive.
- Avoid using isopropyl alcohol near the front camera bracket, as it may loosen its adhesive.
Step 3 | Align the adhesive
Use the front camera and corners of the frame for correct alignment.
Step 4 | Prepare the adhesive
Remove the clear plastic liner.
Exposure to adhesive residue may cause skin irritation.
Step 5 | Apply the adhesive
Careful not to misalign the adhesive, as this will result in a poor seal.
- Lower the adhesive onto the frame.
- Use the front camera and corners for alignment assistance.
Step 6 | Secure the adhesive to the frame
Press the flat end of a spudger or your fingernail onto the adhesive.
- Slide it along the edge to secure the adhesive to the frame.
Step 7 | Peel away the outer plastic lining
Grasp the blue plastic lining with your fingers, located near the center.
Be gentle to avoid damaging the surrounding components.
- Peel the blue plastic lining away from the phone.
- A thin perimeter of adhesive will remain covered by blue plastic lining.
Step 8 | Connect the screen
Reassemble the device by following the screen replacement guide in reverse order.
- Connect the new screen to your Pixel device.
Ensure you reinstall the screen connector bracket for proper function.
After replacing the screen, inspect the front-facing camera hole and remove any protective liners covering it.
Step 9 | Peel away the remaining plastic lining
Remove the blue plastic liner to access the perimeter adhesive.
Step 10 | Position the screen
Position the screen against the frame, allowing it to rest in place.
Step 11 | Press down the screen corners
Press down the screen corners onto the
Step 12 | Secure the screen to the frame
Press down on the edges of the screen.
- Slide along the perimeter to secure it to the
- To improve bonding, heat the perimeter of the screen and soften the adhesive.