Google Pixel 5a Speaker Assembly Replacement - Google Pixel 5a

Step 1 | Eject the SIM card tray

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

A standard SIM eject tool may be too wide, so use a paperclip or a properly sized tool instead, and do not force it.

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

Step 2 | Precautionary notes

Ensure your device is powered off before commencing repairs.

Pry the screen upwards to release it from the phone.

Carefully review the following notes to avoid damage:

Avoid prying at the screen seam as this separates the screen from the rest of the phone.
Pry at the bezel seam, located between the plastic bezel and the frame, held in place by plastic clips.

Step 3 | Heat the right edge of the screen

Excessive heat can cause damage to the display and internal battery.

Apply a heated iOpener to the right edge of the display for one minute to soften the adhesive.
Reapply as needed, or use an alternative heat source such as a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate.

Step 4 | Bezel removal note

Insert opening picks into gaps between black clips and midframe.

Note optimal entry points before prying to avoid damage.

Step 5 | Create a gap between the bezel and midframe

Use clear packing tape or very strong tape instead of a suction cup if display is badly cracked.

Apply clear packing tape to the screen for better suction cup adhesion, if necessary.
Alternatively, superglue can be used to attach the suction cup to the broken screen.

Never apply excessive force on a cracked display — risk of further damage.

Position the suction cup as close to the right edge of the screen as possible.
Lift the suction cup firmly but steadily until a small gap forms between bezel and midframe.

Step 6 | Insert an opening pick

Locate the midframe-bezel seam.

Insert the tip of an opening pick into the seam, approximately 4-5 cm from the bottom of the phone.
Gently pry the plastic clips loose by working the opening pick along the seam.

Step 7

Insert the opening pick into the bezel seam, approximately 1.18 inches (3-4 cm) from the top of the device.

Step 8

Insert the opening pick into the bezel seam at the top of the phone.

If necessary, slide the pick along the top right corner to create enough space.

Be cautious not to apply too much pressure and damage the screen or surrounding components.

Step 9

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

If this step is difficult, slide the opening pick along the bottom right corner until there's a sufficient gap at the bottom.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Insert the opening pick at a point 3-4 cm below the front-facing camera.

Step 12

Detach all clips using care.
Slice through remaining adhesive with an opening pick.

Careful when handling opening picks — risk of injury.

Open the device from the right side, like a book.

Step 13

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

Set aside the removed screw for reinstallation later.
Label each component and its corresponding screw to ensure correct reassembly.

Step 14 | Remove the connector bracket

Remove the screen connector bracket with a pair of tweezers.

Step 15 | Remove the screen

Use the tip of a spudger to gently pry up and disconnect the screen flex cable.

To reattach, carefully align the connectors and press down on one side until it clicks into place.

Repeat on the other side; do not press in the middle.

Misaligned connectors can bend pins, causing permanent damage.

Step 16 | Screen information

Handle the Pixel's screen by its edges to avoid damaging it.

Place the screen on a soft, lint-free cloth to prevent scratching or denting.
Ensure nothing touches the bottom of the screen.

Step 17

Remove the screen from the phone.

During reassembly: Check the front-facing camera hole on the new screen for protective liners and remove them if necessary.
Reinstall the screen connector bracket.
Apply new screen adhesive correctly (refer to guide) or attach the screen using Tesa tape (follow guide).

Do not touch the screen during the calibration sequence after reassembly, as this may cause improper touch calibration and result in touch issues.

Step 18 | Remove the screws

Use a T3 Torx driver to remove six screws.

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

Keep track of each screw to ensure proper reinstallation.

Step 19 | Remove the black plastic cover

Use the pointed end of a spudger to carefully pry up the black plastic cover at the bottom left of the phone.

Step 20

Insert the spudger's pointed end into the gap between the plastic cover and midframe.

Pry the plastic cover away from the midframe, working your way around its edges.
Once separated, carefully lift the plastic cover off the midframe.

Step 21

Peel back the tape covering the charging port bracket screws using a pair of tweezers.

Step 22 | Remove the remaining screws

Remove the T3 Torx driver and use it to unscrew three 4.6 mm screws

Then, remove one 4.0 mm screw.

Step 23

Careful handling required — avoid puncturing or bending the battery.

Use a spudger or tweezers to carefully peel back the tape securing the charging port bracket.
Avoid damaging the battery; leaks and fires can occur due to punctures or bends.

Step 24

Avoid damaging the battery — do not puncture it with the tweezers or your fingers.

Peel back the graphite sheet using a blunt pair of tweezers, starting from one corner.
Alternatively, use your fingers to carefully remove the graphite sheet, taking care not to damage the battery underneath.

Step 25 | Detach the midframe

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

Be careful when prying the midframe, as it is secured by a black plastic clip.

Pull the midframe down with the spudger to release the clip.
Once released, pry the midframe up gently to detach it from the top of the frame.

Step 26 | Remove the midframe

Remove the midframe.

Step 27 | Replace the plastic bits

Careful placement is required for two small plastic clips, easily misplaced if not secured.

When disassembling, label or remove these clips to prevent loss.
During reassembly, place them in their designated corners before securing the midframe.

Step 28 | Disconnect the battery

Insert the flat end of a spudger under the battery connector and carefully pry upwards.

Step 29 | Remove the 16 MP Ultrawide camera

Use the flat end of a spudger to carefully pry up the 16 MP Ultrawide camera's connector, then disconnect it.

Next, remove the 16 MP Ultrawide camera.

Step 30 | Remove the 12.2 MP Wide-Angle camera

Careful not to damage the connector.

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

Step 31 | Disconnect the headphone jack

Locate the headphone jack connector and use the pointed end of a spudger to carefully pry it loose.

Step 32 | Remove the headphone jack

Use the flat end of a spudger to carefully pry up on the headphone and pop it out of its socket.

Once separated, remove the headphone jack.

Step 33 | Disconnect the fingerprint sensor cable

Use the flat end of a spudger to carefully pry up on the fingerprint sensor connector and release it.

Step 34 | Disconnect the camera flash cable

Use the flat end of a spudger to gently pry up on the camera flash connector and release its connection.

Step 35 | Remove the motherboard screws

Remove the motherboard mounting screws using a T3 Torx driver.

The screws have a head size of 2.9mm
There are three screws in total

Step 36

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 using the spudger.

Step 37

Insert the flat end of a spudger into the top left corner of the motherboard and gently lift upwards.

Step 38

Do not deform the battery during this process.

Insert the pointed end of a spudger into the screw slot to the top right of the speaker assembly.
Gently pry the speaker assembly from its frame.

Step 39 | Remove the motherboard

Disconnect the mounting screws for the motherboard and remove it along with the attached speaker assembly.

Step 40 | Disconnect the speaker assembly

Be careful not to damage the coaxial connector or surrounding circuitry.

Insert one of the tweezers' tips under the white wire and gently pry straight up from the board.
To reinstall, hold the connector in place and press straight down firmly until it "snaps" into its sockets.