Google Pixel 7 Pro 5G mmWave Antenna Replacement - Google Pixel 7 Pro

Step 1 | Safety precautions

A fully charged battery can be hazardous if damaged.

Allow the battery to discharge below 25% capacity.

Power off the device completely.
Disconnect all external power sources and cables.

Step 2 | Screen removal information

Identify the screen seam, where the screen meets the rest of the phone.

Do not pry at this seam — risk of damage to the safety frame.

Locate the bezel seam, where the plastic bezel meets the frame, and held by plastic clips.

Pry at the bezel seam to release the screen.

Insert opening picks carefully in the correct position to avoid separating the screen from its safety frame.
Limited pick insertion depth: only insert up to ~3.5 mm during removal to prevent damage and interference with plastic clips.

Be cautious of multiple plastic clips around the screen — excessive pick depth may block it or cause internal damage.

Step 3 | Anti-Clamp instructions

For using the Anti-Clamp, proceed with the next three steps. For an alternate method, skip ahead.

Check our guide for detailed Anti-Clamp usage instructions.
If your screen is cracked, apply a layer of clear packing tape to help the suction cups adhere.

Do not proceed without first unlocking the Anti-Clamp's arms by pulling the blue handle backwards.

Slide the Anti-Clamp's arms over either side of your phone, left or right edge.
Position suction cups near the bottom edge - one on the front and one on the back of the phone.

If necessary, use tape to create a grippier surface for the Anti-Clamp to hold onto, especially if your phone's surface is too slippery.

Step 4

Hold the blue handle forward and lock the arms in place.

Turn the blue handle clockwise for 360 degrees to stretch the suction cups.
Ensure the suction cups remain aligned during this process. If they start to misalign, loosen them slightly and realign the arms.

Step 5

Extreme heat can damage the display or internal battery.

Apply heat to the Anti-Clamp with an iOpener, hair dryer, or heat gun.
Fold the iOpener and position it along the bottom edge of the phone.

Wait one minute for adhesive release before proceeding.

Insert an opening pick under the screen frame when a large gap is formed.
If insufficient gap, apply more heat and rotate Anti-Clamp handle clockwise half a turn.

Crank no more than half a turn at a time, waiting one minute between turns.

Step 6 | Loosen the display adhesive

Apply a heated iOpener to the screen for at least 3 minutes to loosen adhesive.

Use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate, but avoid overheating the device.
The edge should feel slightly too hot to touch before stopping.

Step 7 | Insert an opening pick

Apply a suction handle to the bottom edge of the screen when it's warm to the touch.

If the display is badly cracked, cover it with clear packing tape for better adhesion.
Alternatively, use very strong tape or superglue the suction cup to the broken screen if necessary.

Lifting the screen may be difficult, especially on older phones. Be cautious and apply more heat as needed.

Lift the screen with the safety frame using the suction handle to create a small gap.

Insert an opening pick into the gap once it's secure.

Step 8 | Prevent damage to your phone

Avoid damaging your phone by inserting the pick no more than ~2.5 mm when separating the screen adhesive.

Identify the screen cable, located just below the left edge of the phone, about halfway up.
Exercise extreme care here to avoid damaging the cable.
Also be cautious around the spring contacts near the phone's perimeter to prevent bending or damage to these delicate components.

Step 9 | Slice the bottom edge adhesive

Slide the opening pick to the bottom right corner of the screen.

Do not remove it yet, as this may cause the adhesive to reseal.

Leave the opening pick in place and proceed with disassembly.

Step 10

Insert a second opening pick at the bottom edge and slide it to the bottom left corner.

Slice the adhesive with the new opening pick, working carefully to avoid damaging the screen.
Leave both picks in place to prevent resealing of the adhesive.

Be cautious when navigating around the bottom left corner's plastic clip, as it may block your pick. Use only the tip of the opening pick (~1 mm) to carefully work your way around it.

Step 11 | Release the left clips

Insert a third opening pick underneath the bottom left corner of the screen.
Slide the opening pick along the left edge of the screen to cut adhesive and release clips.

Leave the opening pick in place to prevent resealing.

Step 12 | Slice the top edge adhesive

Reheat the iOpener or heat gun for 1-2 minutes if the adhesive becomes hard to cut.

When slicing near the front facing camera, only insert the tip (~2.5 mm) of the opening pick to avoid damage or smearing.
Insert a fourth opening pick at the top left corner of the screen.

Slide the opening pick along the top edge carefully to slice the adhesive and prevent resealing, leaving it in place in the top right corner.

Step 13 | Release the right clips

Insert a fifth opening pick at the right edge.

Slide it along the right edge to slice remaining adhesive.
The right plastic clips should release with this step.

Do not separate display from phone yet, as flex cable remains connected.

Step 14 | Open up the phone

Lift the right edge of the screen upwards and inwards, similar to opening a book.

Avoid twisting the screen or moving it excessively, as this may strain or damage the flex cable.

Rest the screen upside down and parallel to the frame.

Step 15 | Release the display cable bracket

Use caution when releasing the display cable bracket as excessive force may damage components.

Insert one arm of a pair of tweezers into the upper end opening of the display cable bracket.
Pry upwards while pushing the bracket inwards to release it.

Step 16 | Remove the display cable bracket

Remove the display cable bracket using a pair of tweezers.

Pull it from underneath the midframe towards the camera.

Step 17 | Disconnect the display cable

Disconnect the display flex cable using a spudger, prying the connector straight up from its socket.

To reattach:

Carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place.
Repeat on the other side.

Never press down in the middle to avoid bending the pins, which can cause permanent damage if misaligned.

Step 18 | Screen information

The Pixel's screen is extremely fragile and can be damaged easily with minor scratches or dents.

Grip the screen by its edges only when handling to avoid applying pressure to the glass.
Place the screen on a soft, lint-free cloth to prevent any surfaces from touching the bottom of the screen and causing damage.

Step 19 | Separate the screen

Separate the screen from the phone assembly.

During reassembly: Check that all screws are tightened and there are no loose parts.
Reconnect the screen and test your phone to ensure it works. Power down, then continue.

Do not touch the screen during boot-up calibration — improper calibration may cause touch issues.

Clean areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%) before applying new adhesive.
Apply new adhesive where necessary. Follow specific guides for custom-cut or pre-cut adhesives.

Step 20 | Peel off the graphite foil

Do not puncture or bend the battery as this may leak hazardous chemicals or cause a fire.

Use a pair of tweezers to carefully remove the graphite foil from the battery and midframe.
If needed, apply a heated iOpener to the back for two minutes to loosen adhesive before attempting removal.

Step 21 | Unfasten the charging port bracket screws

Remove the Torx T3 screwdriver and unscrew the two 5.1 mm long screws securing the charging port bracket.

Step 22 | Remove the charging port bracket

Remove the charging port bracket using a pair of tweezers.

Step 23 | Unfasten the midframe screws

Remove the six Torx T3 screws using a Torx T3 screwdriver.

The screws are 5.1 mm long.

Step 24 | Remove the midframe

Use tweezers to carefully lift out the midframe.

Inspect the thermal pad during reassembly.
If damaged, proceed as follows:

Remove and discard the old thermal pad to avoid damage or electrical issues.

Clean the area with high-concentration (greater than 90%) isopropyl alcohol using a microfiber or lint-free cloth.
Apply a new thermal pad.

Step 25 | Disconnect the battery cable

Disconnect the battery connector using a spudger. Pry it straight up from its socket.

Step 26 | Unfasten the mmWave antenna bracket screw

Remove the mmWave antenna bracket by loosening its Torx T3 screw, which is approximately 5.1 mm long.

Locate and remove this screw using a Torx T3 screwdriver.

Step 27 | Remove the mmWave antenna bracket

Remove the mmWave antenna bracket with a pair of tweezers.

Step 28 | Disconnect the mmWave antenna cable

Use a spudger to pry the mmWave antenna cable connector straight up out of its socket.

Step 29 | Loosen the mmWave antenna cable

Remove the mmWave antenna cable using a credit card or similar tool (opening pick).
Start at the bottom end and slide the opening pick underneath the cable.
Use the opening pick to pry the mmWave antenna cable away from the motherboard.

Step 30

Reprise the earlier process.

Use an opening pick to carefully detach the horizontal portion of the mmWave antenna cable from the motherboard.

Step 31 | Remove the mmWave antenna assembly

Use tweezers to carefully lift the mmWave antenna including its cable out of its recess.

Remove the mmWave antenna assembly.
During reassembly, inspect the thermal pad for damage:

If damaged, carefully remove the pad and clean the area with high-concentration (greater than 90%) isopropyl alcohol using a microfiber or lint-free cloth.

Apply a new thermal pad to ensure proper cooling.

Step 32 | Disconnect the mmWave antenna cable

Use a spudger to pry the mmWave antenna cable's connector straight up from its socket.
Separate the disconnected mmWave antenna cable from the mmWave antenna.

Step 33

Remove the mmWave antenna.