Google Pixel 7a Ultrawide Camera Replacement - Google Pixel 7a

Step 1 | Prepare your phone for disassembly

A charged lithium-ion battery poses a potential safety hazard, ensure the battery is drained below 25%.

Unplug all external cables from the device.
Power off the phone completely by pressing and holding the power button until it shuts down.

Step 2 | Remove the SIM card tray

Insert a SIM eject tool, bit, or a straightened paper clip into the SIM card tray hole.
Press it in to eject the SIM card tray.
Remove the SIM card tray.

Step 3 | Soften the adhesive

Excessive heat can damage 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 the phone until it's just hot to the touch — do not apply extreme heat.

Step 4 | Secure an Anti-Clamp

Use the Anti-Clamp according to its instructions found in this guide.

Pull the blue handle backward to unlock the Anti-Clamp's arms.
Slide the arms over the bottom edge of the phone, with one suction cup on the rear cover and one on the screen.
Squeeze the cups together to create suction.

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

Lock the arms by pulling the blue handle forward.

Tighten the handle by turning it clockwise one full turn (360 degrees).
The suction cups will stretch; ensure they remain aligned with each other.
If alignment issues persist, remove the Anti-Clamp and apply tape for improved grip.

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

Reheating may be necessary if the iOpener's heat wanes.

Place a stabilizing object under your phone to maintain level positioning.
Wait one minute or until adhesive separation occurs along the bottom edge of the device.

If no gap forms, twist the Anti-Clamp handle clockwise and wait an additional minute.

If necessary, reapply heat using a hair dryer or heat gun.
Insert an opening pick into the gap between the rear cover and frame.

Once adhesive separation is achieved, remove the suction cups with their pull-tabs and set aside the Anti-Clamp.

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.

Pull up on the suction handle with a strong, steady force until a gap forms between the rear cover and frame.
Insert the tip of an opening pick into the gap.
Remove the suction handle.

Step 8 | Adhesive information

Reference the provided image to locate the areas where the rear cover is held by adhesive.

Slice through the adhesive along the perimeter of the frame, working carefully to avoid damaging any surrounding components.
Target the areas near the cameras as well, making sure to remove all adhesive securing the rear cover.

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 resealing.

Step 10 | Separate the bottom edge adhesive

Insert a second opening pick at the bottom left corner.

Slide this pick to the bottom right corner and use it to separate the rear cover's bottom edge adhesive.

Note: 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.

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

Avoid overheating the phone.

Step 12 | Separate the right edge adhesive

Do not insert pick deeper than 5 mm along right edge, or risk damaging wireless charging coil.

Measure and mark a 5 mm line on your pick for reference with a permanent marker.
Insert a third opening pick in the bottom right corner of rear cover.
Slide the pick up the right edge, stopping at camera bar to separate adhesive.

Leave this pick in place to prevent adhesive from resealing.

Step 13 | Soften the left edge adhesive

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

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

Avoid overheating the phone, which may cause damage.

Step 14 | Separate the left edge adhesive

Avoid damaging the wireless charging coil and rear cover foam pad by not inserting the pick deeper than 3 mm along the left edge.

Measure 3 mm from the tip of a pick, mark it with a permanent marker
Insert a fourth opening pick in the bottom left corner of the rear cover
Slide the pick up the left edge to separate the adhesive, stopping at the camera bar
Leave this pick in place to prevent resealing of the adhesive

Step 15 | Soften the top edge adhesive

Avoid overheating your phone to prevent damage.

Apply a heated iOpener to the top edge of the rear cover for two minutes.
Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate to warm the rear cover instead.

Step 16 | Separate the antenna bracket adhesive

Locate a thick strip of adhesive on the antenna housing.

Fifth opening pick: Insert in the top left corner of the rear cover, between 8 mm and 10 mm deep (0.3-0.4 in) or just over halfway from the iFixit logo.
If necessary, start with a smaller gap near the camera bar.

Slide your pick only halfway across the top edge to separate the antenna bracket adhesive.

Step 17 | Separate the remaining top edge adhesive

Insert your opening pick no more than 3 mm deep.

Slide the pick towards the top right corner to cut the remaining adhesive along the top edge.

Avoid inserting the pick beyond a depth of 3 mm to prevent damaging the antenna housing graphite tape.

Step 18 | Rotate your top edge opening picks

Angle your picks upwards, keeping them away from the frame.

Position the top edge pick with its flat edge under the rear cover.
Roll the other picks onto each side of the camera bar, ensuring their flat edges are secure underneath.

Step 19 | Pry up the camera bar

Careful not to bend the rear cover.

Apply opening picks under the camera bar and pry the top edge of the rear cover from the frame.
Pry back and forth until the camera bar loosens, but only loosen adhesive near the camera bar initially.
If necessary, rotate the rear cover side-to-side to further loosen stubborn adhesive.

Step 20 | Finish separating the adhesive

Remove the opening picks from the camera bar and slide them down along the long edges of the rear cover.

Be cautious, as adhesives may have resealed.

Step 21 | Remove the rear cover

Remove the rear cover.

Power on your phone and verify functionality.
Disconnect power, then proceed with reassembly.

Ensure your phone is powered down before sealing the rear cover.

Step 22 | Soften the flash unit adhesive

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

Apply a heated iOpener to the flash unit for 1 minute to loosen adhesive, or
use a hair dryer or heat gun to warm the flash until it feels warm to the touch.

Avoid overheating the battery and surrounding components.

Step 23 | Separate the flash unit adhesive

Fragile flash cable; avoid slipping or tearing.

Insert a pick at the right edge of the flash.
Gently separate the adhesive securing it to the cover.

Step 24 | Clean the logic board cover

Use tweezers or your fingers to carefully scrape off any remaining black foam residue stuck to the logic board cover.

Step 25 | Remove the old copper tape

Avoid damaging the battery with your tool.

Apply a heated iOpener to the flash's underside for one minute.
Hold the neck of the flash cable steady and use tweezers to remove the copper tape from the flash unit.
If the old tape is still on the logic board cover, replace it now with a new piece.

Step 26 | Unfasten the logic board cover

For standard Torx bits, use the T2 bit for T+ 1IP screws and the T3 bit for T+ 3IP screws; apply constant downward force to prevent stripping.

Remove the logic board cover with a 3IP Torx Plus driver and thirteen 4.3 mm screws.
Remove the right edge of the cover's screw using a 1IP Torx Plus driver and a 1.5 mm screw.

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 up to release the clip securing the cover.

Step 28 | Free the flash unit

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

Secure the logic board cover to prevent accidental damage or electrical exposure.

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

Step 29 | Remove the wireless charging assembly

Disconnect and remove the wireless charging assembly.

Step 30 | Remove the connector cover

Remove the 1.5 mm screw using a 1IP Torx Plus driver.

Use tweezers or your fingers to remove the connector cover.

During reassembly, ensure the upper left corner of the connector cover is placed under the hook on the logic board before installing its screw.

Step 31

The Verizon model Google Pixel 7a (G0DZQ) includes a special cable and connector for the 5G mmWave antenna.

Proceed with caution, as this extra component may affect repair procedures not specifically designed for this model.

For the standard Google Pixel 7a, skip to the next step. For Verizon (G0DZQ) models only proceed with these additional steps.

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.
To reconnect, place the press connector over the socket and gently press one side down until it clicks. Then press the other side down.

Step 33 | Unfasten the earpiece speaker

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

Step 34 | Remove the earpiece speaker

Lift the earpiece speaker upwards by its bottom edge.

Pull the speaker towards the phone's bottom to release the red gasket from its frame cutout.
Remove the speaker completely.

Step 35 | Unfasten the antenna housing

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

Hold the housing in place during reassembly to prevent damage.

Fasten the screws using your 3IP Torx Plus driver.

Step 36 | Unclip the antenna housing

Insert a spudger into the gap between the top left corner of the antenna housing and the frame.

Pry up carefully to release the clips securing the housing, taking care not to damage any internal components.

During reassembly, position the graphite film out of the way before inserting the housing.

Step 37 | Remove the antenna housing

Locate the bottom leg of the antenna housing.

Pull the top edge of the housing away from the frame.

Lift the housing upwards.
The housing should now be removable.

Step 38 | Disconnect the 5G mmWave antenna

Use the pointed end 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.

Only heat the copper tape until it's warm to the touch to avoid damage.

Alternatively, use a hair dryer or heat gun with caution.

Step 40 | Peel the front-facing camera tape

Avoid contact with the rear camera lenses.

Insert an opening pick under the copper tape near the front-facing camera.
Slowly lift the tape from the logic board.
If stuck, use angled tweezers to carefully scrape up the edge of the tape and insert a pick underneath.

Step 41 | Separate the front-facing camera cable adhesive

Do not touch 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 the pick cannot slide under, heat the cable lightly with a hair dryer or heat gun to loosen adhesive underneath.
Slide your pick underneath the cable to separate the adhesive securing it to the frame.

Step 42 | Disconnect the logic board

Be mindful of the rear camera lenses.

Pry up and disconnect the press connector, located just above the battery, using the point of a spudger or your fingernail.

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 top right corner, between the logic board and the frame.

Pry gently to release the logic board from its recess.
Next, insert the pick near the white antenna cable and pry up the left edge of the logic board.

Step 44 | Free the bottom edge of the logic board

The logic board is delicate.

Lift the top edge of the logic board from the frame.
Pull the top edge to the right, guiding the charging port out of its recess in the frame.

Do not fully remove the logic board yet; it remains connected by the screen cable.

During reassembly: push the logic board toward the bottom of the frame and press the charging port down.
Maintain clearance for the flash, front-facing camera, and press connector to avoid trapping them under the frame.

Step 45 | Lay down the logic board

The logic board may fall free during this step — handle with care.

Support the logic board firmly without touching camera lenses or connectors.
Attach your suction handle to the left side of the screen, facing downwards.

Alternatively, prop up the phone against a sturdy object if no suction handle is available.

Tilt the logic board downwards and lay it flat on a surface.
Adjust cables as needed to prevent damage or obstruction.

Be cautious not to touch thermal pads on the underside of the logic board to avoid potential issues.

Step 46 | Remove the screen connector cover

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

Remove the cover.
During reassembly, position the bottom edge of the cover into its designated slot on the logic board before securing with the 2 mm screw.

Step 47 | Disconnect the screen

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

The tension in this cable makes reconnection tricky — use tweezers to hold the neck of the cable over the socket before pressing down to secure it, if needed.

Step 48 | Remove the logic board

Remove the logic board from the .

Step 49 | Transfer the front sensor gasket

Finger oils can damage the sensor — handle with care.

If the front sensor rubber gasket is present, remove it and set aside.
During reassembly, install the gasket over the front sensor, placing smaller cutout toward top edge.

Step 50 | Replace the thermal pad

During reassembly:

Logic Board reuse: Remove old thermal pad, clean surface, & install new one.
New Logic Board: Apply thermal pad if not pre-installed.

Step 51 | Disconnect the rear cameras

Use the flat end of a spudger to carefully pry up and disconnect both rear camera press connectors.

Step 52 | Remove the conductive fabric

Ensure a clean and stable workspace by placing the logic board on a towel or lint-free cloth if necessary.

Turn the logic board upside down.
Use tweezers to carefully remove the silver conductive fabric connecting the rear camera bracket to the logic board.

Step 53 | Remove the rear camera assembly

Remove the rear camera assembly.

Handle with care to avoid damaging the camera lenses.
During reassembly, angle the assembly downward so press connectors fit under the logic board
The tab on the left of the bracket should be above the logic board.

Step 54 | Remove the ultrawide camera

Grasp the ultrawide camera with blunt nose tweezers or your fingertips.

Pry the top edge of the camera from its position on the rear camera bracket.
The ultrawide camera can now be completely removed.