Google Pixel 7 Rear Cameras Replacement - Google Pixel 7

Step 1 | Safety precautions

Never start with a fully charged battery, as it poses a risk of thermal runaway.

Ensure the battery level is below 25% to prevent potential overheating issues during repair.

Power off your phone completely and disconnect all cables before proceeding.

Step 2 | Screen removal information

Locate the safety frame holding the Google Pixel 7's screen in place, composed of plastic clips and adhesive.

Insert opening picks under the safety frame to prevent it from separating from the screen during removal.
Limit pick insertion depth to approximately 3.5 mm to avoid damaging internal components and interfering with plastic clips.
Aware of multiple plastic clips surrounding the screen; excessive pick depth may indicate incorrect placement, blocking the pick.

Step 3 | Anti-Clamp instructions

Use the Anti-Clamp tool or skip ahead three steps for an alternate method.

Apply clear packing tape over a cracked screen to ensure suction cup adhesion.
Pull the blue handle backwards to unlock the Anti-Clamp's arms.
Slide the arms over either edge of your phone, one on front and one on back.

If the surface is too slippery for the Anti-Clamp, use tape to create a grippier surface.

Position suction cups near bottom edge of phone: one on front, one on back.
Squeeze cups together to apply suction.

Step 4

Pull the blue handle forward to lock the arms.
Turn the handle clockwise for 360 degrees or until the cups start to stretch.

If suction cups begin to slip out of alignment, loosen slightly and realign arms.

Step 5

Heat an iOpener or use a hair dryer/heat gun (but be cautious to avoid damage).

Fold the iOpener to apply heat along the phone's bottom edge.
Wait one minute for adhesive release and gap creation.

Avoid excessive heat that may harm the display or battery.

Insert an opening pick under the screen frame once a sufficient gap is created.
If the gap isn't sufficient, apply more heat, rotate the Anti-Clamp half a turn clockwise, and wait one minute before repeating.

Step 6 | Loosen the display adhesive

Do not apply excessive heat as it can damage the device.

Apply a heated iOpener to the screen for at least 3 minutes to loosen adhesive.
Alternative methods: Use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate. However, be cautious not to overheat the device.
The edge should feel slightly too hot to the touch, but avoid overheating.

Step 7 | Insert an opening pick

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

Use clear packing tape on badly cracked displays for better suction.
Alternatively, strong tape or superglue can secure the suction cup.
Lift the screen and safety frame using the suction handle to create a small gap.

This may be challenging depending on your phone's age; apply more heat if needed.

Insert an opening pick into the created gap.

Step 8 | Prevent damage to your phone

Avoid damaging your phone by not inserting the pick more than ~2.5 mm when separating the screen adhesive.

Be cautious near the left edge, about halfway up, where the screen cable is located.

Avoid the perimeter areas with many spring contacts; be very careful not to bend them.

Step 9 | Slice the bottom edge adhesive

Position the opening pick at the bottom right corner of the screen and carefully slide it under the adhesive.
Secure the opening pick in this position to prevent the adhesive from reforming.

Step 10

Insert another opening pick along the bottom edge, sliding it towards the lower left corner.

Do not remove the first pick.

Step 11 | Release the left clips

Insert a third opening pick under the bottom left corner of the screen.

Slide the opening pick along the left edge, slicing adhesive and releasing plastic clips.
Leave it in place to prevent adhesive resealing.

Step 12 | Slice the top edge adhesive

Check if the adhesive has cooled down, causing it to harden.

If so, use a heat gun or iOpener for 1-2 minutes to reheat the adhesive.

When slicing near the front-facing camera, only insert the tip of the opening pick (~2.5 mm) to avoid damaging or smearing the lens.

Insert a fourth opening pick into the top left corner of the screen.
Slide this pick along the top edge of the phone to slice the adhesive.

Leave the opening pick in the top right corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

Step 13 | Release the right clips

Insert a fifth opening pick and slide it along the right edge of the phone.

Be careful not to remove the display completely at this stage — the screen remains connected via a flex cable.

Continue to slice the remaining adhesive and release the right plastic clips.

Step 14 | Open up the phone assembly

Lift the right edge of the screen up towards the left side, similar to opening a book.

Avoid twisting the screen or moving it too far from the frame to prevent straining or damaging the flex cable.

Rest the screen upside down and parallel to the frame.

Step 15 | Release the display cable bracket

Be careful when releasing the display cable bracket, as it may require some force.

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

Step 16 | Remove the display cable bracket

Remove the display cable bracket using a pair of tweezers.

Pull the bracket from underneath the midframe.
Direct the tweezers in the direction of the cameras.

Step 17 | Disconnect the display cable

Use a spudger to disconnect the display flex cable by prying the connector straight up from its socket.
To reconnect, carefully align and press down on one side until it clicks into place, then repeat on the other side (avoiding the middle).

Misaligned connectors can cause permanent damage to pins; ensure proper alignment before pressing.

Step 18 | Screen information

The Pixel's screen back is extremely fragile and prone to damage from scratches or dents.

Hold the screen by its edges when handling to prevent damage.
When placing the screen on a work surface, ensure nothing touches the bottom of the screen. Place it on a soft, lint-free cloth for protection.

Step 19 | Separate the screen

Separate the screen from the phone.

During reassembly:

Verify that all screws are tightened and there are no loose parts.

Reconnect the screen.
Test your phone to ensure it's working properly.
Power down and continue reassembly.

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

Apply new adhesive as needed after cleaning with isopropyl alcohol (>90%).
If using custom-cut adhesives: follow separate guide for application instructions.
If using a pre-cut adhesive card: follow separate guide for application instructions.

Step 20 | Remove the black silicone pad

Bend or puncture the battery at your own risk - it may release hazardous chemicals or cause a fire.

Peel the black silicone pad from the battery using a pair of tweezers.
Continue by peeling away the midframe pad as well.

Step 21 | Peel off the upper graphite foil

Peel off the upper graphite foil using a pair of tweezers.

If you encounter resistance, heat the foil with an iOpener for two minutes to loosen its adhesive.

Step 22 | Peel off the lower graphite foil

Apply tweezers to gently remove the lower graphite foil.

If adhering, heat with an iOpener for 2 minutes before proceeding.

Step 23 | Unfasten the loudspeaker screws

Remove the Torx T3 screwdriver and use it to take out the three 5.1 mm-long screws holding the loudspeaker.

Step 24 | Remove the loudspeaker

Use a tweezers to carefully lift the loudspeaker out of its recess.

Hold the tweezers firmly and lift the loudspeaker.
Once removed, set it aside for further handling.

Step 25 | Unfasten the midframe screws

Remove the Torx T3 with nine 5.1 mm-long screws using a Torx T3 screwdriver.

Step 26 | Remove the midframe

Use tweezers to carefully remove the midframe.

Check the condition of the thermal pad. If it's damaged:

Dispose of the damaged thermal pad — risk of poor heat transfer.

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

Step 27 | Disconnect the battery cable

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

Step 28 | Unfasten the mmWave antenna bracket screw

Remove the Torx T3 screw holding the mmWave antenna bracket in place.

The screw is approximately 5.1 mm long.
A Torx T3 screwdriver is required for this step.

Step 29 | Pry up the mmWave antenna bracket

Use a spudger to pry up the mmWave antenna bracket from its mounting point at the bottom right edge.

Insert the spudger underneath the bracket.
Pry upwards gently to loosen the bracket.

Step 30 | Remove the mmWave antenna bracket

Remove the mmWave antenna bracket with a pair of tweezers.

Step 31 | Disconnect the mmWave antenna cable

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

Step 32 | Remove the mmWave antenna assembly

Remove the mmWave antenna using tweezers.

Lift the antenna out of its recess along with its cable.
After removal, inspect the area for damage to the thermal pad.

If the thermal pad is damaged, proceed as follows:

Remove the old thermal pad.
Clean the area with a microfiber cloth and high-concentration (greater than 90%) isopropyl alcohol.
Apply a new thermal pad to the area.