Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Battery Replacement - Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

Step 1 | Safety precautions

Allow the Pixel's battery to drain completely to prevent a potential fire hazard.

Disconnect all cables from your phone, including charging and data cables.

Step 2 | Adhesive information

Inserting tool more than 3mm under rear cover risks damaging internal components.

Measure 3mm from tip and mark opening pick with permanent marker.
Alternatively, tape a coin to pick 3mm from tip as makeshift guide.

Step 3 | Apply a suction handle

Attach a suction handle to the bottom edge of the rear cover, as close to the edge as possible.

Step 4 | Insert an opening pick

Hold the suction handle firmly and pull upwards with steady force.

Create a small gap under the rear cover.
Insert the opening pick into the gap, taking care not to damage surrounding components.

Step 5 | Separate the rear cover adhesive

Insert the opening pick along the bottom edge, separating the adhesive.

Be careful not to insert further than 3 mm to avoid damage.

Step 6

Position the opening pick at the left edge of the device.

Carefully slide it along the top edge, applying gentle pressure to separate the adhesive.

Step 7

Guide the pick along the right edge to release any remaining adhesive.

Step 8 | Prop up the rear cover

Do not attempt to fully remove the rear cover yet as a ribbon cable may be caught.

Use the suction handle to lift the left edge of the rear cover and swing it towards the right edge, like opening a book.
If you're having trouble, check for any remaining adhesive around the perimeter using your opening pick.
Prop up the rear cover with the suction handle to access the ribbon cable near the top right corner.

Step 9 | Remove the cable cover

Remove the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver and use it to unscrew the two 5.2 mm-long screws that secure the cable cover.

Use a gentle prying motion to loosen the screws.

Step 10

Remove the cable cover using either tweezers or your fingers.

Step 11 | Disconnect the rear cover

Hold the spudger with the pointed end facing down.

Pry the rear cover press connector loose using the pointed tip of the spudger.
Gently rock the connector back and forth to disconnect it completely.

Step 12 | Remove the rear cover

Remove the rear cover.

When reassembling, refer to the adhesive application instructions for proper installation of the back cover.

Step 13 | Peel up the cable cover tape

Peel back the tape near the left edge using a spudger tip and fingers.

Leave enough exposed to access screws underneath, or completely remove if desired.
Set aside for reassembly purposes.

Step 14 | Remove the cable cover

Remove the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver from your toolkit.

Locate and detach the two 5.2 mm long screws using the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.

Step 15

Remove the cover using tweezers or your fingers.

Step 16 | Disconnect the wireless charging assembly

Apply the opening pick to gently pry up the wireless charging press-connector.

Step 17

Use the point of a spudger to carefully disconnect the ultra-wideband press connector.

Step 18 | Remove the wireless charging assembly screws

Remove the wireless charging assembly using a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.

The screws are 2.2 mm long, located at either end of the assembly.
Use the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to turn the screws counterclockwise and remove them.

Step 19 | Remove the wireless charging assembly

Disconnect and remove the wireless charging assembly.

Step 20 | Disconnect the battery

Use a spudger to gently pry up and then disconnect the battery press connector.

Step 21 | Disconnect the logic board cables

Disconnect the press connectors along the bottom edge of the logic board using a spudger.

Pry up the two larger press connectors near the center.
Release the smaller press connector on the bottom right corner.

Step 22 | Move the charging board cover

Remove the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver and use it to take out the two screws (4.2 mm long) that secure the charging board cover.

The screws are securing the charging board cover.
Loosen the screws using the Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.
Remove the charging board cover.

Step 23

Do not attempt to fully remove the cover, as it is secured by tape.

Use your fingers to pull the right edge of the charging board cover towards the top, unclipping the left side from the phone.
Flip the cover away from the charging board to access its connectors.

Step 24 | Disconnect the left interconnect cable

Careful handling is required for the delicate components on the charging board.

Apply a pointed spudger to gently pry up the two larger press connectors at the top edge of the charging board.

Step 25 | Remove the left interconnect cable

Disconnect the left interconnect cable.

Step 26 | Disconnect the right interconnect cable

Careful handling required — risk of damaging small components.

Use a spudger to carefully pry up the remaining press connector on the right edge.

Step 27 | Remove the right interconnect cable screws

Remove the two Torx Plus 3IP screws using a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver.

The screws are located on the bottom of the right interconnect cable and are 4.2 mm in length.

Step 28 | Remove the right interconnect cable

Disconnect the right interconnect cable.

Step 29 | Detach the battery pull tabs

Peel up the plastic tabs near the bottom edge of the battery using your fingers.

Fold the tabs under the phone or tape them out of the way to prevent warping during heating.
Finger stalls will help you grip the battery pull tabs securely in the next steps. If unavailable, use rubber gloves instead.

Step 30 | Heat the battery

Heating the battery will soften its adhesive, making removal easier.

Use a hair dryer on High heat and Low speed settings to heat the battery for three minutes at 3 inches distance.
Alternatively, use a heat mat at 70 °C (158 °F) with your phone placed screen side down for 10 minutes.

Step 31 | Secure the phone to your work surface

Firmly secure the phone to your work surface using two hands.

Ensure nothing is under the phone before securing it.
Secure the phone by its raised lip, avoiding internal components.

Position the battery pull tabs for easy access.

Use F‐Clamps or C‐Clamps with plastic or rubber pads to secure the phone.

Apply two clamps: one for the top edge and one for the bottom edge.
Follow ESD precautions when handling the phone in this manner.

If no clamps are available, have a friend hold the phone firmly in place.

Step 32 | Separate the battery adhesive

Never reuse a deformed or damaged battery — it's a fire hazard.

Pull tabs may require constant pressure for 1 minute to separate from frame.
If stuck, apply more heat and try again.

Do not reuse deformed or damaged batteries.

Continue if battery is successfully removed; proceed to reassembly instructions 7 steps ahead.

Otherwise, refer to the next step for an alternate removal method.

Step 33 | Apply isopropyl alcohol

Do not exceed the recommended amount of isopropyl alcohol — risk of screen damage.

Apply exactly two or three drops of strong isopropyl alcohol (>90%) to each top corner of the battery.

Step 34

Apply isopropyl alcohol (≥ 90% concentration) to the bottom corners of the battery.

Use two or three drops only.
Allow one minute for the alcohol to soften the adhesive.

Step 35 | Apply a large suction cup

Apply a heavy-duty suction cup or a suction handle (smaller) to the bottom edge of the battery.

Pull down on the handle of the large suction cup to open it.
Fold out the plastic battery tabs using your fingers.
Place the suction cup in the center of the battery.

Step 36

Press the suction cup firmly against the device while holding the handle in one hand.

Pull the handle up to secure it in place.
Flip the plastic clip over the handle and click into position to lock the handles together.

Step 37 | Pry up the battery

Secure the phone firmly to your work surface with one hand.

Pull the suction cup towards the bottom of the phone using strong, steady force to lift the top edge of the battery.
Apply constant pressure for at least one minute to allow time for adhesive separation.
If the battery remains stuck, apply two to three drops of alcohol to the corners and try again.

It may take multiple cycles of alcohol and steady pressure to detach the battery completely.

Step 38 | Remove the battery

Do not use a deformed or damaged battery — risk of fire.

Replace the battery with a new one.

Remove the battery from its recess.
Take off the suction cup that holds it in place.
If the battery pull tab is still in the recess, remove it.

Step 39 | Remove the old battery adhesive

Use a spudger to scrape off all the old battery adhesive from the frame.

Once removed, use isopropyl alcohol (greater than 90%) and a microfiber cloth to clean any remaining adhesive residue.
Allow the frame to dry completely before installing a new battery.

Step 40 | Remove the battery liners

Remove all tape and liners from the battery cable.

Expose the adhesive on the battery by removing its large plastic liner.
If your battery does not have pre-installed adhesive, apply thin double-sided tape to the frame area where it should be located.

Step 41 | Adhere the battery

Temporarily reconnect the battery for proper fit and alignment.

Firmly press the battery into its recess using the provided adhesive.

Ensure the battery is fully disconnected before resuming reassembly.