Google Pixel 7a Loudspeaker Replacement - Google Pixel 7a

Step 1 | Prepare your phone for disassembly

A charged lithium-ion battery poses a potential safety hazard, so let the battery drain below 25%.

Disconnect all cables from the phone and power it down completely.

Step 2 | Remove the SIM card tray

Insert a SIM eject tool, bit, or straightened paperclip into the SIM card tray hole.

Press the SIM eject tool into the hole to eject the SIM card tray.
Remove the SIM card tray.

Step 3 | Soften the adhesive

Do not apply extreme heat as it may cause damage to the screen, rear cover, or battery.

Apply a heated iOpener to the bottom edge of the rear cover for three minutes.
Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate to warm the rear cover.
Heat only until the phone is just warm to the touch.

Step 4 | Secure an Anti-Clamp

Use the Anti-Clamp for easier opening: pull blue handle back to unlock.

Slide arms over phone's bottom edge, with one cup on rear cover and one on screen.
Squeeze cups together to create suction.

If not using Anti-Clamp, skip these steps for an alternate method.

Step 5 | Use the Anti-Clamp to create a gap

Pull the blue handle forward to lock the arms.
Turn the handle clockwise one full turn (360 degrees).

If suction cups slip, remove the Anti-Clamp and apply tape for proper alignment.

Step 6 | Insert an opening pick using the Anti-Clamp

Reheating may be necessary to maintain separation of the rear cover.

Position your phone level between the Anti-Clamp's arms with an object underneath.
Wait one minute for a gap to form along the bottom edge, or until adhesive separates.
Insert an opening pick into the gap between the rear cover and frame.

If no separation occurs, twist the handle clockwise and wait another minute. Apply more heat as needed with a hair dryer or heat gun.

Release the suction cups from your phone using their pull-tabs.
Set the Anti-Clamp aside, removing it from the work area.

Step 7 | Insert an opening pick using a suction handle

Apply a suction handle to the center of the bottom edge of the rear cover.

Continue pulling up on the suction handle with strong, steady force until a gap forms between the rear cover and frame.

Insert the tip of an opening pick into the formed gap.
Remove the suction handle.

Step 8 | Adhesive information

Use the provided picture for reference to guide your removal of the adhesive securing the rear cover, which is applied around the frame's perimeter and near the camera area.

Step 9 | Angle the opening pick

Angle the opening pick upward so its tip faces away from the frame.

Continue to keep all opening picks angled upward while slicing until the rear cover is fully removed.
Slide your pick to the bottom left corner of the rear cover and leave it in place to prevent adhesive resealing.

Step 10 | Separate the bottom edge adhesive

Insert a second opening pick into the bottom left corner.

Slide the new pick to the bottom right corner of the rear cover, separating the bottom edge adhesive.
Leave this pick in place to prevent resealing of the adhesive.

Step 11 | Soften the right edge adhesive

Apply a heated iOpener to the right edge of the rear cover for 2 minutes.

Do not overheat the phone.

Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate to warm the rear cover.

Step 12 | Separate the right edge adhesive

Do not insert a pick deeper than 5 mm along the right edge to avoid damaging the wireless charging coil.

Mark your pick with a permanent marker 5 mm from the tip for visual reference.
Insert a third opening pick in the bottom right corner of the rear cover.
Slide your pick up the right edge, stopping when you reach the camera bar to separate the adhesive.
Leave this pick in place to prevent resealing of the adhesive.

Step 13 | Soften the left edge adhesive

Apply heat to the left edge of the rear cover using an iOpener for 2 minutes.

Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate to warm the rear cover.

Do not overheat the phone.

Step 14 | Separate the left edge adhesive

Do not insert a pick more than 3 mm into the left edge for risk of damaging the wireless charging coil and rear cover foam pad.

Measure 3 mm from the tip of your pick and mark it with a permanent marker as a reference point.

Insert another pick into the bottom left corner of the rear cover.
Slide this pick up the left edge, separating the adhesive from the rear cover. Stop at the camera bar.
Leave this pick in place to prevent resealing of the adhesive.

Step 15 | Soften the top edge adhesive

Apply a heated iOpener to the top edge of the rear cover for 2 minutes.

Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate to warm the rear cover.

Do not overheat the phone.

Step 16 | Separate the antenna bracket adhesive

Locate the thick strip of adhesive along the antenna housing.

Insert a fifth opening pick in the top left corner of the rear cover, between 8 mm and 10 mm (0.3-0.4 in) deep, or just above halfway to the iFixit logo.
Alternatively, start with the small gap near the camera bar if you can't insert the pick.

Be careful not to apply too much pressure, as this may damage the antenna bracket.

Slide your pick halfway across the top edge of the rear cover to separate the adhesive. Stop at the halfway point along the top edge.

Step 17 | Separate the remaining top edge adhesive

Remove your opening pick to a depth of 3 mm.

Slide the pick to the top right corner to slice the rest of the top edge adhesive.
Avoid inserting the pick deeper than 3 mm, as this may damage the antenna housing graphite tape.

Step 18 | Rotate your top edge opening picks

Angle picks upwards, away from the frame.

Position the top edge pick with its flat edge under the rear cover.
Place picks on either side of the camera bar, ensuring their flat edges are underneath.

Step 19 | Pry up the camera bar

Locate the long strip of adhesive below the camera bar.

Insert opening picks under the camera bar and pry the top edge of the rear cover from the frame.
Pry back and forth to loosen the camera bar until you feel it release.

Be careful not to bend the rear cover; only pry enough to loosen the adhesive near the camera bar.

If necessary, rotate the rear cover side-to-side to further loosen the adhesive.

Step 20 | Finish separating the adhesive

Use an opening pick to gently pry along the long edge of the rear cover.

Continue prying until any resealed adhesive is separated.
Picks should be applied to the edges, not directly to the camera bar or other components.

Step 21 | Remove the rear cover

Remove the rear cover.

Test the phone by powering it on.
Verify that the phone works properly.
Power down the phone before proceeding with reassembly.

Make sure to apply new adhesive and install the rear cover correctly to ensure a proper seal.

Step 22 | Soften the flash unit adhesive

Be careful when heating the flash unit as nearby components may be damaged by excessive heat.

Apply a heated iOpener to the flash unit for one minute or use a hair dryer/heat gun to warm it gently.
Only make the flash warm to the touch – avoid overheating, which can damage the battery and surrounding components.

Step 23 | Separate the flash unit adhesive

Tearing the flash cable can be a costly mistake due to its fragility.

Insert a pick under the right edge of the flash and gently pry it loose from the cover's adhesive.

Step 24 | Clean the logic board cover

Remove black foam residue from logic board cover using tweezers or your fingers.

Step 25 | Remove the old copper tape

Avoid damaging the battery with your tool.

Apply heat to the flash's underside using an iOpener for one minute.
Holding the neck of the flash cable steady, use tweezers to remove the copper tape from the flash unit.
If the copper tape remained on the logic board cover and a replacement is available, remove it now.

Step 26 | Unfasten the logic board cover

For non-Torx Plus drivers, use the T2 bit for 1IP and T3 bit for 3IP screws.

Apply constant downward force when removing to prevent stripping.

Using standard Torx may still cause damage or stripping.

Use a 1IP Torx Plus driver for the 4.3 mm screws (13 in total).
Use a 3IP Torx Plus driver for the 1.5 mm screw on the right edge of the cover.

Step 27 | Unclip the logic board cover

Insert an opening pick between the bottom right corner of the logic board cover and the frame.

Pry carefully to release the clip securing the cover.

Step 28 | Free the flash unit

Lift the logic board cover slowly from the top edge.
Thread the flash unit through its designated cutout.

Do not push or force the logic board into place — risk of damage to the socket.

During reassembly, thread the flash unit through its cutout as you lower the logic board into place.

Step 29 | Remove the wireless charging assembly

Remove wireless charging assembly.

Step 30 | Remove the connector cover

Apply a 1IP Torx Plus driver to the 1.5 mm screw holding the connector cover.

Remove the cover with either tweezers or your fingers.
During reassembly, align the upper left corner of the cover under the logic board's hook and secure it with a screw before tightening.

Step 31

The Verizon Google Pixel 7a (model G0DZQ) differs from other models in having an additional cable and connector for its 5G mmWave antenna.

Follow this guide procedure, unless otherwise specified, as it applies to both the standard and Verizon model phones.

Step 32 | Disconnect the battery

Insert the flat end of a spudger under the top edge of the battery press connector.
Pry straight up to disconnect the battery press connector.

It may take several attempts to reconnect; align the press connector over the socket and gently press down on one side, then the other, until it clicks into place.

Step 33 | Unfasten the earpiece speaker

Remove the 4.3mm screw using a 3IP Torx Plus driver.

Step 34 | Remove the earpiece speaker

Lift the earpiece speaker at the bottom edge upwards.

Pull the speaker towards the bottom of the phone to release the red gasket from its cutout in the frame.
Remove the speaker.

Step 35 | Unfasten the antenna housing

Remove the two 4.3mm screws with a 3IP Torx Plus driver.

Hold the antenna housing in place when reassembling and fastening the screws.

Step 36 | Unclip the antenna housing

Insert a opening pick between the top left corner of the antenna housing and the frame.

Pry up to release the clips securing the housing.

During reassembly, be careful not to damage the graphite film.

Hold the graphite film out of the way before inserting the housing.

Step 37 | Remove the antenna housing

Lift the bottom leg of the antenna housing.

Pull the top edge out from the frame.
Remove the housing.

Step 38 | Disconnect the 5G mmWave antenna

For Verizon models, use the tip of a spudger to carefully pry up and release the 5G mmWave press connector.

Step 39 | Heat the front-facing camera tape

Apply a iOpener to the front-facing camera for 1 minute.

The copper tape adhesive will be softened, allowing easy removal.
Alternative options include using a hair dryer or heat gun.
Only heat until the tape feels warm to the touch to avoid damage.

Step 40 | Peel the front-facing camera tape

Avoid touching the rear camera lenses.

Insert an opening pick under the front-facing camera's copper tape, taking care not to apply too much pressure.
Slowly peel up the tape from the logic board, working carefully around any stuck areas.
If the tape remains stubborn, use sharp angled tweezers to gently scrape away the edge until a pick can be inserted underneath.

Step 41 | Separate the front-facing camera cable adhesive

Avoid touching the front-facing camera lens with your tool.

Insert the tip of your opening pick between the right edge of the front-facing camera cable and the frame.
If necessary, use a hair dryer or heat gun to lightly heat the cable to loosen the adhesive.
Slide your pick underneath the cable to separate it from the frame.

Step 42 | Disconnect the logic board

Be careful not to touch the rear camera lenses.

Pry up and disconnect the press connector using a spudger or your fingernail, located just above the battery.
This (connector) controls the power button, volume buttons, flash unit, and upper microphone.

Step 43 | Free the top edge of the logic board

Insert a pick into the gap between the top right logic board edge and the frame.
Pry up to release the logic board from its recess.
Insert your pick near the white antenna cable and pry up the top left logic board edge.

Step 44 | Free the bottom edge of the logic board

The logic board is delicate; avoid bending it.

Lift the top edge of the logic board from the .
Pull the top edge of the logic board to the right, lifting cutouts over the vibration motor and protrusions.
As you pull, guide the charging port out of its recess.

Do not remove the logic board yet; it's connected by the screen cable.

During reassembly, push the logic board toward the bottom and press the charging port down until flush.

Ensure the flash, front-facing camera, and press connector do not become trapped under the frame.

Step 45 | Lay down the logic board

Logic board may fall out during this step; hold it steady but avoid camera lenses and connectors.

Position suction handle on left screen side with handle facing down.
Prop up phone to stand upright.

If no suction handle, prop against sturdy object like heavy box or thick book.

Tilt logic board down and lay flat; move cables if necessary.

Avoid touching thermal pads on underside of logic board.

Step 46 | Remove the screen connector cover

Use a 3IP Torx Plus driver to remove the 2 mm screw securing the screen connector cover.

Make sure not to strip the head of the screw.

Remove the cover.
During reassembly, place the cover's bottom edge into its slot on the logic board before installing its screw.

Step 47 | Disconnect the screen

Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the screen press connector.

The cable tension makes reconnection tricky; hold the neck with tweezers, align over socket before pressing down.

Step 48 | Remove the logic board

Remove the logic board from the .

Step 49 | Transfer the front sensor gasket

Do not touch the front sensor with your fingers or tool to avoid damage.

If the front sensor rubber gasket is still attached, remove it and set it aside.
Place the gasket over the front sensor on the logic board, aligning the smaller cutout with the top.

Step 50 | Replace the thermal pad

Apply a new thermal pad to prevent overheating.

Remove old thermal pad if damaged or not present (logic boards only).
Clean surface thoroughly after removing old pad.
Install a new thermal pad, ensuring it's securely attached.

Step 51 | Pry up the loudspeaker

Insert spudger between top right corner of loudspeaker and frame.

Pick out small slot below silver screw tab for tool entry point, not directly under screw tab.
Pry up using frame protrusions for leverage instead of battery with your tool.
Pry up to free loudspeaker from its recess.

Step 52 | Remove the loudspeaker

Free the bottom gasket by lifting the top edge of the loudspeaker.

Be careful not to touch any internal components.

Once the gasket is free, lift out the loudspeaker.