Google Pixel 7 Pro Earpiece Speaker Replacement - Google Pixel 7 Pro

Step 1 | Safety precautions

A fully charged battery is a fire hazard if damaged.

Drain the battery to below 25%
Power Off the device, unplugging all cables in the process.

Step 2 | Screen removal information

Do not pry at the screen seam, as this can damage the phone.

Pry at the bezel seam to release the plastic clips holding the screen in place.
Insert opening picks carefully, making sure they are in the correct position to avoid damaging the safety frame.
Limit pick insertion depth to ~3.5 mm to prevent damaging internals and interfering with plastic clips.

If your pick becomes stuck, it may indicate that you have inserted it too deeply underneath the screen.

Step 3 | Anti-Clamp instructions

If your screen is cracked, cover it with clear packing tape before proceeding.

Hold the blue handle and pull it backwards to unlock the Anti-Clamp's arms.
Slide the unlocked arms over either the left or right edge of your phone.

If necessary, apply tape to create a grippier surface for better suction.

Position the suction cups near the bottom edge of the phone (one on the front, one on the back).
Squeeze the suction cups together to apply traction and lift the device.

Step 4

Move the blue handle forward to secure the arms.

Rotate the handle clockwise 360° or until the suction cups begin to stretch.
Verify that the suction cups remain properly aligned. If they start to slip, loosen them slightly and reposition the arms.

Step 5

Apply heat with an iOpener or hair dryer/heat gun to loosen the adhesive.

Proceed with caution: extreme heat can damage the display or internal battery.

Fold the iOpener to fit along the phone's bottom edge.
Wait one minute for the adhesive to release and a gap to form.

Do not crank more than half a turn at a time; wait one minute between turns.

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

Step 6 | Loosen the display adhesive

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

Be cautious of overheating when using alternative heat sources, such as a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate.

The edge should feel slightly too hot to the touch.
Monitor temperature and adjust heat accordingly.

Step 7 | Insert an opening pick

The screen may be hot and fragile, handle with care.

Apply a suction handle to the bottom edge of the screen or use strong tape if cracked.
Lift the screen including its safety frame with the suction handle to create a gap between the screen and phone assembly.

If stuck, apply more heat to the bottom edge and try again.

Insert an opening pick into the created gap.

Step 8 | Prevent damage to your phone

Insert pick no more than ~2.5 mm to prevent screen damage.

Identify the screen cable, located just below the middle of the left edge.
Avoid damaging the spring contacts along the phone's perimeter by exercising extreme care in these areas.

Step 9 | Slice the bottom edge adhesive

Insert the opening pick at the bottom right corner of the screen and gently pry the adhesive apart.

Do not remove the opening pick, as this will allow the adhesive to reseal.

Step 10

Be careful not to damage the screen.

Insert a second opening pick at the bottom edge and slide it to the bottom left corner of the screen to slice the adhesive.
Leave the opening pick in place to prevent the adhesive from resealing.
A plastic clip is located in the bottom left corner; use only the tip (~1 mm) of the opening pick to navigate around it.

Step 11 | Release the left clips

Insert opening pick under screen's bottom left corner.

Slide pick along left edge, slicing adhesive and releasing clips.
Leave pick in top left corner to hold open the adhesive.

Step 12 | Slice the top edge adhesive

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

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

Be careful not to damage or smear the camera.

Slide the opening pick along the top edge of the phone to slice the adhesive.
Leave one pick in the top right corner to prevent resealing.

Step 13 | Release the right clips

Insert the fifth opening pick into the right edge of the phone.

Be cautious - do not attempt to remove the display completely at this stage as it is still connected by a flex cable.

Slide the fifth opening pick along the right edge of the phone to loosen any remaining adhesive and release the right plastic clips.

Step 14 | Open up the phone

Lift the right edge of the screen upwards, towards the left side.

Avoid twisting the screen or moving it too far; 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

Apply gentle yet firm pressure to release the display cable bracket.

Insert one arm of a pair of tweezers into the upper end opening of the display cable bracket.
Pry gently 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, gently pulling from under the midframe towards the camera.

Step 17 | Disconnect the display cable

Risk of pin damage if connector is misaligned.

Use a spudger to disconnect the display flex cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
To re-attach, carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place. Repeat on the other side.
Avoid pressing in the middle, as this can cause pin bending and permanent damage.

Step 18 | Screen information

Handle the Pixel's screen with care as the back is fragile and prone to damage from scratches or dents.

Grip the screen by its edges when handling to prevent accidental touches.
Place the screen on a soft, lint-free cloth in your work area, ensuring nothing touches the bottom of the screen.

Step 19 | Separate the screen

Do not touch the screen during the calibration sequence.

Separate the screen from the phone assembly.

Verify all screws are tightened and there are no loose parts before proceeding.

Clean areas with isopropyl alcohol (>90%) as needed, then apply new adhesive.
Follow specific guidance for custom-cut adhesives or pre-cut adhesive cards.

During boot-up, the screen will calibrate; avoid touching it to prevent improper touch calibration and issues.

Step 20 | Peel off the graphite foil

A punctured or bent battery may leak dangerous chemicals or cause a fire.

Use a pair of tweezers to carefully peel off the graphite foil from the battery and midframe.
If necessary, apply a heated iOpener to the back for two minutes to loosen the adhesive.

Step 21 | Unfasten the charging port bracket screws

Remove the two Torx T3 screws (5.1 mm long) using a Torx T3 screwdriver.

Step 22 | Remove the charging port bracket

Use tweezers to carefully remove the charging port bracket.

Step 23 | Unfasten the midframe screws

Remove the Torx T3 screws using a Torx T3 screwdriver.

There are six screws, each 5.1 mm long.

Step 24 | Remove the midframe

Use tweezers to carefully remove the midframe.

Upon reassembly, inspect the thermal pad for damage.
If damaged, replace it by cleaning the area with high-concentration (greater than 90%) isopropyl alcohol and a microfiber or lint-free cloth, then apply a new thermal pad.

Step 25 | Disconnect the battery cable

Disconnect the battery cable with a spudger, prying the connector straight up from its socket.

Step 26 | Unfasten the mmWave antenna bracket screw

Remove the using a Torx T3 screwdriver.

Use a Torx T3 screwdriver to avoid stripping the 5.1 mm-long screw head.

Step 27 | Remove the mmWave antenna bracket

Remove the mmWave antenna bracket using a pair of tweezers.

Step 28 | Disconnect the mmWave antenna cable

Disconnect the mmWave antenna cable using a spudger, prying the connector straight up from its socket.

Step 29 | Loosen the mmWave antenna cable

Remove the mmWave antenna cable by gently prying it away with a tool (e.g., an opening pick).

Be careful not to damage the adhesive or the surrounding components.

Slide the opening pick under the bottom end of the mmWave antenna cable and work your way along its length.
The cable will eventually come free from the motherboard.

Step 30

Reopen the device.

Use the opening pick to detach the mmWave antenna cable from the motherboard.

Step 31 | Remove the mmWave antenna assembly

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

Remove the mmWave antenna assembly.

Check the condition of the thermal pad during reassembly. If damaged, remove it and clean the area with high-concentration (greater than 90%) isopropyl alcohol using a microfiber or lint-free cloth. Apply a new thermal pad.

Step 32 | Unfasten the rear camera assembly screws

Use a Torx T3 screwdriver to remove the two 5.1 mm-long screws securing the rear camera assembly.

Step 33 | Remove the spring

Remove the spring at the top left corner of the rear camera assembly using a pair of tweezers.

Step 34 | Disconnect the front facing camera

Disconnect the front facing camera cable using a spudger, prying the connector straight up.

Fold the cable upwards to free the rear camera assembly.

Do not fold the cable sharply, as this may cause damage to the cable.

Step 35 | Disconnect the camera cables

Disconnect the telephoto camera cable using a spudger.

Pry the connector straight up from its socket.

Step 36

Disconnect the wide and ultrawide camera cables using a spudger.

Pry the connectors straight up from their sockets.

Step 37 | Remove the rear camera assembly

Remove the rear camera assembly.

If your replacement camera module includes a plastic spacer, ensure it's removed prior to installation.

Inspect and clean the lens surface for any smudges or dust before installing the camera assembly.

Step 38 | Unfasten the earpiece speaker screw

Remove the earpiece speaker with a Torx T3 screwdriver.

The screw is approximately 3.1mm long.

Step 39 | Loosen the earpiece speaker adhesive

Risk of damage if heat is applied incorrectly.

Apply a heated iOpener to the rear-facing camera glass.
Heat the iOpener for at least 1 minute to loosen adhesive underneath the earpiece speaker.

Step 40 | Pry up the earpiece speaker

Insert the pointed end of a spudger between the top left corner of the earpiece speaker and the frame.

Pry upwards to loosen the earpiece speaker.

Step 41 | Remove the earpiece speaker

Remove the earpiece speaker using a pair of tweezers.