Google Pixel 8 Pro Front Camera Replacement - Google Pixel 8 Pro

Step 1 | Prepare your Pixel for disassembly

Do not start this repair with a battery level above 25% — charged lithium-ion batteries can catch fire if damaged.

Unplug all cables from your Pixel phone.
Power off your phone completely.
Press the power and volume up buttons simultaneously to access the shutdown menu.

Step 2 | Mark your opening picks

Mark the opening pick 3 mm from the tip.

Use a permanent marker or
tape a coin to the opening pick 3 mm from the tip.

Inserting the opening pick too far can damage your device.

Step 3 | Tape over a cracked screen

Cracked glass can cause injury or complicate disassembly.

Apply overlapping packing tape strips to cover the cracked screen, but only adhere to the glass itself, not the frame.
Wear safety glasses during repair to protect your eyes from loose debris.

Step 4 | Heat the bottom edge adhesive

Remove the screen by first heating the adhesive with an iOpener left on the bottom edge for two minutes.

Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate.

However, be cautious as excessive heat can harm the screen and/or battery.

Step 5 | Secure the Anti-Clamp

For an alternate method, skip down three steps if not using the Anti-Clamp.

Complete instructions on how to use the Anti-Clamp are found in this guide.

Pull the blue handle backwards to unlock the Anti-Clamp's arms.
Place your phone screen side up, resting level between the Anti-Clamp's arms with the bottom edge hanging off an object.
Slide the arms over the left edge of your phone for access to the bottom edge.
Position the suction cups as close to the center of the bottom edge as possible.
Squeeze the cups together to create suction.

Step 6 | Twist the handle

Grasp the handle and pull it forward to lock the arms in place.

Turn the handle clockwise one full turn (360 degrees) until the suction cups begin to stretch.
If the cups slip, realign them for optimal adhesion. If necessary, remove the Anti-Clamp and apply tape for better grip.

Step 7 | Insert an opening pick

Wait one minute for a gap to form between the screen and frame.

If no separation occurs, twist the handle clockwise one quarter turn and wait another minute, applying more heat if necessary.

Insert an opening pick into the formed gap, but do not insert it more than 3 mm to avoid damaging spring contacts.

Pull the blue handle backwards to unlock the arms, then remove the Anti-Clamp using the pull tabs on the suction cups.

Step 8 | Apply a suction cup

Apply a suction handle to the center of the screen's bottom edge.

Step 9 | Insert an opening pick

Apply strong, steady pressure to the suction handle to create a gap between the screen and frame.

If a gap doesn't form initially, increase heat and attempt again.
Once a gap is created, insert an opening pick into it.

Step 10 | Prevent damage to your phone

Avoid damaging your phone by not inserting the pick more than 3 mm when separating the screen adhesive.

Be cautious with the screen cable, located approximately halfway up the left edge of the phone.
Avoid bending the spring contacts along the perimeter of the phone, as there are many in these areas.

Step 11 | Separate the bottom edge adhesive

Slide the opening pick along the bottom edge of the device.

Do not remove the opening pick yet — leave it in place to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

Position the opening pick in the bottom right corner for optimal leverage.
Continue applying gentle pressure along the bottom edge until the adhesive is fully separated.

Step 12 | Heat the right edge adhesive

Extreme heat can damage the screen and/or battery.

Apply a heated iOpener to the right edge of the screen for two minutes.

Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate, but exercise caution against extreme heat.

Step 13 | Separate the right edge adhesive

Insert a second opening pick at the bottom right corner of the screen.

Slide the new pick up to the top right corner, separating the adhesive along the screen's right edge.
Leave the pick in place to prevent reattachment of the adhesive.

Step 14 | Leave a pick in the bottom left corner

Insert a third opening pick at the bottom edge of the screen.

Slide the new pick towards the bottom left corner.
Leave the pick in place to maintain separation and prevent adhesive reseal.

Step 15 | Heat the left edge adhesive

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

Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate with caution: excessive heat may damage the screen and/or battery.

Step 16 | Separate the left edge adhesive

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

Slide it up to the top left corner to separate the adhesive on the screen's left edge.
Leave the pick in place at the top left corner, preventing resealing of the adhesive.

Step 17 | Heat the top edge adhesive

Be cautious when applying heat to avoid damaging the screen and/or battery.

Apply a heated iOpener to the top edge of the screen for two minutes.
Alternatively, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate, but keep extreme heat in check.

Step 18 | Separate the top edge adhesive

Insert a fifth opening pick near the left corner at the top edge of the screen.

Slide it to the top right corner, separating the adhesive securing the screen's top edge.

Step 19 | Prop up the screen

Position a small box or stack of books beside your phone to support the screen while disconnecting the cable.

Swing open the right edge of the screen as if opening a book.
If the screen feels stuck, use an opening pick to release any remaining adhesive along the perimeter.
Prop up the screen to access the cable without straining it.

Step 20 | Remove the screen cable cover

Use a opening tool to carefully pry up the upper edge of the screen cable cover.
Once prying is complete, remove the cover.

Step 21 | Disconnect the screen

Misaligned connector pins may bend and cause permanent damage.

Insert a spudger under the top right corner of the screen's press connector.
Gently pry up to disconnect the cable.

When reconnecting, do not press in the middle. Press one side down until it clicks, then the other.

Step 22 | Screen information

Handle the screen with care due to its fragile nature.

Grip the screen by its edges when handling.
Ensure nothing is touching the bottom of the screen during placement.
Place the screen on a soft, lint-free cloth to prevent damage.

Step 23 | Reassembly information

Apply pre-installed adhesive: during reassembly, inspect and remove any plastic liners or tape from the new screen.

Check for liners near camera cutout, perimeter, and back of the screen using pull tabs to remove them all.

Reconnect screen cable and reinstall its cover.

Firmly press the screen into place; clips should "pop" in as it fits onto the frame.

Press around perimeter with even pressure to secure adhesive bond.
(Optional): apply additional pressure for stronger bond.

Refer to calibration guide for fingerprint sensor setup.

Step 24 | Disconnect the 5G mmWave antenna

Careful not to scrape or damage surface-mounted components.

If no 5G mmWave antenna, skip next steps.
Insert spudger tip under top edge of press connector.
Gently pry up and disconnect cable.

Step 25 | Heat the 5G mmWave antenna adhesive

Be careful when using heat sources near the battery.

Apply an iOpener to the 5G mmWave antenna cable for two minutes to soften the adhesive.
Or use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate to warm the area.

Do not apply extreme heat as it may damage the battery.

Step 26 | Separate the 5G mmWave antenna adhesive

Locate the midframe near the 5G mmWave antenna cable.

Insert the flat end of a spudger between the bottom of the cable and the midframe, just above the press connector.
Twist gently to separate the cable from the midframe.

Step 27 | Peel up the 5G mmWave antenna

Grasp the bottom of the 5G mmWave antenna cable and carefully pry it loose from the midframe.

Reattach by pressing the cable firmly onto its original mounting point on the midframe. The adhesive should re-engage.

If re-adhesion fails, use a small amount of thin, double-sided tape to secure the cable in place.

Step 28 | Remove the graphite tape

Remove the large graphite sheet by inserting a spudger under different parts and lifting until you can grip it.

Gently tear away any damaged sections between the rear cameras and battery, gripping them with your fingers.
Peel up and remove the entire graphite sheet.

Do not reuse the old graphite sheet during reassembly. Replace it according to this guide.

Step 29 | Move the USB‐C cover tape

Use the tip of a spudger to gently lift the plastic shim.

Remove the shim and set it aside or move it out of the way.
Access the USB-C port cover screws.

Step 30 | Reassembly information

During reassembly, replace or reinstall the plastic shim under the midframe and loudspeaker.

If a replacement shim is not available, carefully press the old one back into place, taking care to align it properly.

Remove the larger rectangular liner from the shim.
Align the smaller piece of foam with the bottom of the USB-C port cover.
Use a spudger to firmly press down along the whole shim, securing it in place.
Remove any remaining liner material.

Step 31 | Remove the USB‐C port cover

Label and track each removed screw for easy reinstallation.
A Torx or Torx Plus bit will work, but ensure constant downward force to avoid stripping.
Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the two 5 mm long screws securing the USB-C port cover.
Remove the USB-C port cover.

Step 32 | Unfasten the midframe

Remove the 7 x 3IP Torx Plus screws from the midframe using a T3 Torx screwdriver.

Step 33 | Remove the midframe

Thermal pad damage can cause overheating issues.

Remove the midframe.
Inspect the thermal pad. If damaged, proceed with replacement.
Apply a new thermal pad and clean surrounding area:

Clean thoroughly with high-concentration (greater than 90%) isopropyl alcohol and microfiber or lint-free cloth.

Step 34 | Disconnect the battery

Insert the point of a spudger between the battery cable press connector and its socket.

Pry upward gently on the cable, until it releases from its connection.

Step 35 | Disconnect the front camera

Position the tip of a spudger under the front camera press connector and carefully pry it loose.

Step 36 | Remove the front camera

Disconnect and remove the front camera.