Google Pixel 7a Wide Camera Replacement - Google Pixel 7a

Step 1 | Prepare your phone for disassembly

A charged lithium-ion battery poses a potential safety risk; discharge to at least 25% capacity beforehand.

Disconnect all cables from the device.
Fully power down the device for safe repair procedures.

Step 2 | Remove the SIM card tray

Insert a SIM eject tool, bit, or straightened paper clip 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

Be cautious not to apply excessive heat — risk of 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 instead.

Only heat the phone until it is just hot to the touch — extreme temperatures can cause damage.

Step 4 | Secure an Anti-Clamp

If not using the Anti-Clamp, skip next steps for alternate method.

Pull the blue handle of the Anti-Clamp backward to unlock its arms.
Slide the arms over the phone's bottom edge, 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

Pull the blue handle forward to lock the arms.
Turn the handle clockwise one full turn (360 degrees) until the suction cups begin to stretch.

If the cups slip, remove the Anti-Clamp and apply tape for secure adhesion.

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

The iOpener may lose heat while setting up the Anti-Clamp, so reheat it as needed.

Position your phone on an object to maintain a level surface within the Anti-Clamp's arms.
Wait for 1 minute or until the adhesive separates at the bottom edge of the phone.

If no gap forms, turn the handle clockwise by 1/4 turn and wait another minute. Apply more heat if necessary.

Insert an opening pick into the gap between the rear cover and frame.
Release the suction cups using their pull-tabs and set the Anti-Clamp aside.

Step 7 | Insert an opening pick using a suction handle

Ensure an opening pick has not already been inserted using the Anti-Clamp.

Attach a suction handle to the center of the bottom edge of the rear cover.
Pull up on the suction handle with 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

Locate the rear cover's adhesive strips along the frame and near the camera lenses.

Use the provided image for guidance during the removal process.

Step 9 | Angle the opening pick

Angle the opening pick's tip away from the frame.

Keep all opening picks angled upward while slicing.
Slide the pick to the bottom left corner of the rear cover.

Leave this pick in place to prevent adhesive resealing.

Step 10 | Separate the bottom edge adhesive

Insert a second opening pick at the bottom left corner.
Slide the new pick to the bottom right corner of the rear cover to separate the adhesive.

Leave this pick in place to prevent resealing of the adhesive.

Step 11 | Soften the right edge adhesive

Avoid overheating your phone.

Apply a heated iOpener to the right edge of the rear cover for two minutes.
Alternatively, use a hair dryer or heat gun to warm the rear cover.
Some users prefer using a hot plate instead; however, be cautious not to overheat.

Step 12 | Separate the right edge adhesive

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

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

Step 13 | Soften the left edge adhesive

Avoid overheating the phone.

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

Step 14 | Separate the left edge adhesive

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

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

Step 15 | Soften the top edge adhesive

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

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

Do not overheat the phone, risk of damage or battery explosion.

Step 16 | Separate the antenna bracket adhesive

Insert a fifth opening pick into the top left corner of the rear cover, between 8 mm and 10 mm deep.

Be careful not to insert the pick too far or you may damage the antenna housing.

If it doesn't fit easily, try inserting it near the camera bar instead.

Slide the pick halfway across the top edge to separate the antenna bracket adhesive. Stop at the midway point along the top edge.

Step 17 | Separate the remaining top edge adhesive

Inserting too deep may damage the antenna housing graphite tape.

Retract the opening pick to a depth of 3 mm.
Move the pick to the top right corner and slice through the remaining adhesive.

Step 18 | Rotate your top edge opening picks

Ensure the picks are angled upwards and away from the frame.

Position the top edge pick with its flat edge under the rear cover.
Roll each side pick so its flat edge is under the camera bar.

Step 19 | Pry up the camera bar

Careful not to bend the rear cover.

Use an opening pick under the camera bar to pry the top edge of the rear cover from the frame.
Pry back and forth until the camera bar loosens.
If adhesive feels stubborn, rotate rear cover side-to-side.

Step 20 | Finish separating the adhesive

Use the opening picks to gently pry along the long edges of the rear cover, carefully loosening any reattached adhesive.

Step 21 | Remove the rear cover

Remove the rear cover.

Test your phone by powering it on and checking it works.
Power down the phone before proceeding with reassembly.
Apply new adhesive and install the rear cover according to this guide.

Step 22 | Soften the flash unit adhesive

Apply heat to the flash unit for one minute using an iOpener, hair dryer, or heat gun.

Only heat until the flash is warm to the touch — excessive heat can cause damage to surrounding components and battery.

Step 23 | Separate the flash unit adhesive

Avoid damaging the flash cable, which is easily damaged.

Insert a tool, such as a pick, under the right edge of the flash.
Pry to separate the adhesive securing it from the cover.

Step 24 | Clean the logic board cover

Use tweezers or your fingers to carefully remove any remaining black foam residue from the logic board cover.

Check if there is any residue remaining after lifting away the copper tape.
Remove any residue found with gentle, even pressure.

Step 25 | Remove the old copper tape

Prevent damage to the battery by using proper tool technique.

Apply a heated iOpener to the underside of the flash for 1 minute.

Hold the neck of the flash cable steady and use tweezers to remove the copper tape from the flash unit.
If the old copper tape remains on the logic board cover, now is the time to replace it if a new one is available.

Step 26 | Unfasten the logic board cover

Standard Torx drivers may still work with Pixel 7a Torx Plus screws.

For standard Torx bits, use T2 for 1IP screws and T3 for 3IP screws.
Apply constant downward force to prevent stripping during removal.

Use a 3IP Torx Plus driver to remove the thirteen 4.3 mm logic board cover screws.

Also, use a 1IP Torx Plus driver for the 1.5 mm right edge screw.

Step 27 | Unclip the logic board cover

Pry opening pick into the gap between the logic board cover and the frame, located in the bottom right corner.

Pry upwards on the logic board cover until the retaining clip releases.

Step 28 | Free the flash unit

Lift the top edge of the logic board cover slowly and guide the flash unit through its cutout.
During reassembly, thread the flash unit back through its cutout as you lower the logic board into position.

Step 29 | Remove the wireless charging assembly

Remove the wireless charging assembly.

Step 30 | Remove the connector cover

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

Use tweezers or your fingers to carefully remove the cover.
During reassembly, place the upper left corner of the cover under the hook on the logic board before installing its screw.

Step 31

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

Follow the standard repair procedure for non-Verizon models unless otherwise specified in this guide.

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, align over socket and gently press down on one side until it clicks, then press other side.
Might take a few tries to align correctly.

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 bottom edge of the earpiece speaker upward.
Pull the speaker toward the bottom of the phone to free the red gasket from its cutout in the frame.
Remove the speaker.

Step 35 | Unfasten the antenna housing

Remove the antenna housing by unscrewing the two 4.3 mm screws using a 3IP Torx Plus driver.

During reassembly, hold the housing down with one hand while fastening the screws.

Step 36 | Unclip the antenna housing

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

Pry up to release the clips securing the housing.
During reassembly, 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.
Continue to pull until the housing is removed.

Step 38 | Disconnect the 5G mmWave antenna

For Verizon models, use the spudger to gently pry up and release the 5G mmWave press connector.

Step 39 | Heat the front-facing camera tape

Only apply gentle heat — do not overheat.

Apply a heated iOpener to the front-facing camera for one minute.
Or use a hair dryer or heat gun, heating only until the tape is warm to the touch.

Step 40 | Peel the front-facing camera tape

Do not touch the rear camera lenses to avoid damage.

Insert the tip of an opening pick under the front-facing camera's copper tape.
Pry up the tape from the logic board slowly, working from one edge.
If the tape is stuck, use angled tweezers to scrape it gently until you can insert a pick underneath.

Step 41 | Separate the front-facing camera cable adhesive

Careful not to touch the front-facing camera lens with your tool.

Insert the tip of the 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 soften the adhesive underneath.
Slide the pick under the cable to separate the adhesive securing it to the frame.

Step 42 | Disconnect the logic board

Do not touch the rear camera lenses.

Pry up the press connector near the battery using a spudger or your fingernail.
The connector above the battery supplies power to the power button, volume buttons, flash unit, and upper microphone.

Step 43 | Free the top edge of the logic board

Insert your opening pick between the top right edge of the logic board and the frame.

Pry up to free the logic board from its recess.
Insert your pick in the gap near the white antenna cable, then pry up the top left edge of the logic board.

Step 44 | Free the bottom edge of the logic board

Handle the logic board carefully to avoid bending.

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

Do not fully remove the logic board yet, as it's still connected by the screen cable.

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

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

Step 45 | Lay down the logic board

Prevent damage by holding the logic board steady but avoid touching lenses or connectors.

Attach suction handle to left side of screen, facing down.
Prop up phone upright using a suction handle or sturdy object like box or book.
Tilt logic board down and lay flat, relocating cables as needed.
Be cautious not to touch thermal pads on underside of logic board.

Step 46 | Remove the screen connector cover

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

Remove the screen connector cover.
During reassembly, insert the bottom edge of the cover into its slot on the logic board before tightening the 2 mm screw.

Step 47 | Disconnect the screen

Use a spudger to carefully pry up the screen press connector.

When reassembling, use tweezers to hold the cable in place if necessary.
Align the cable over the socket and gently press down to secure it.

Step 48 | Remove the logic board

Disconnect the logic board connectors and remove the logic board from the frame.

Step 49 | Transfer the front sensor gasket

Touching the front sensor can damage its electrical connections.

Remove and set aside any remaining front sensor rubber gasket that stayed on the frame.
During reassembly, place the gasket over the front sensor with its smaller cutout towards the top of the logic board.

Step 50 | Replace the thermal pad

During reassembly:

If reusing logic board and damaged thermal pad, remove old pad, clean surface, and apply new one.
If installing new logic board without pre-applied thermal pad, apply a new thermal pad now.

Step 51 | Disconnect the rear cameras

Use the flat end of your spudger to carefully pry up and release both rear camera press connectors from their connection on the logic board.

Step 52 | Remove the conductive fabric

Ensure a clean and even work surface by placing the logic board on a towel or lint-free cloth.

Flip the logic board over.
Use tweezers to carefully separate the silver conductive fabric connecting the rear camera bracket from the logic board.

Step 53 | Remove the rear camera assembly

Remove the rear camera assembly.

Avoid touching the camera lenses to prevent damage.

During reassembly, position the assembly at an angle with the press connectors underneath the logic board
The tab on the left of the bracket should be above the logic board.

Step 54 | Remove the wide camera

Remove the wide camera by carefully prying it loose with a pair of blunt nose tweezers or your fingers, starting at the top edge.

The wide camera is adhered to the rear camera bracket.
Pry the top edge of the camera from the bracket using the tweezers or your fingers.