Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Screen Replacement - Google Pixel 9 Pro XL

Step 1 | Safety precautions

Allow the battery to deplete below 25% to prevent potential fire hazards from a damaged lithium-ion cell.

Remove any connected cables from your Pixel.
Powder down the device completely before proceeding with the repair.

Step 2 | Tape over any cracks

Glass shards can cause injury, so it's essential to handle them with care.

Apply overlapping strips of packing tape directly to the cracked screen glass.
Ensure the tape only covers the glass and not the phone frame.

Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from any loose glass particles.

Step 3

Never apply excessive heat to the phone, as this can cause damage to the battery and plastic components.

Apply gentle heat to the screen using a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate until it's almost too hot to touch.
The adhesive should soften, making it easier to separate from the frame.

Step 4 | Apply a suction handle

Attach a suction handle to the middle of the screen's top edge.

Step 5 | Screen information

When using an opening pick, do not insert it deeper than 3mm into the device.

Measure 3mm from the tip and mark the opening pick with a permanent marker.
Or, attach a coin to the end of the pick, positioned 3mm from the tip using tape.

Step 6 | Insert an opening pick

Be patient when inserting an opening pick as it can be challenging.

Reheat the screen if it feels stuck during insertion.
Pull up on the suction handle with strong, steady force to create a gap between the screen and frame.
Insert the tip of an opening pick under the screen, ensuring it's underneath the attached plastic frame.

Step 7 | Separate the screen adhesive

Insert an opening pick into the top edge and gently slide it downward, separating the adhesive as you go.

Step 8

Slide the opening pick along the screen's edges to loosen remaining adhesive.

Work your way around the entire screen, applying gentle pressure as needed.
Be cautious of any stubborn areas requiring extra attention.

Step 9 | Prop up the screen

Flip the screen over the right edge of your phone and prop it up with the suction handle.

Be careful not to strain the display cable, located near the bottom right corner.

If the screen feels stuck, go back around the perimeter with an opening pick to separate any remaining adhesive.

Step 10 | Disconnect the screen

Use angled tweezers to gently lift the top edge of the screen cable bracket.

Continue prying until the bracket is removed.

Step 11

Careful handling is required to avoid damaging nearby surface-mounted components.

Insert the spudger point under the left edge of the screen cable press connector and pry up to release it.
Remove the screen.

Step 12 | Screen information

The Pixel's screen is extremely fragile and can be damaged by even minor scratches or dents.

Grip the screen by its edges to prevent applying pressure to the sensitive area.
Place the screen on a soft, lint-free cloth to prevent damage from foreign objects touching the bottom of the screen.

Step 13 | Remove all the old screen adhesive

Damage to fragile components near the frame's perimeter can occur if not careful.

Use a spudger to scrape up old screen adhesive from the frame's perimeter.
Rid old adhesive by rolling it onto itself while working slowly.
Clean perimeter with isopropyl alcohol and microfiber cloth, removing all residue.
Ensure frame is completely dry before continuing.

Step 14 | Orient the adhesive

Verify if new screen has pre-installed adhesive.

Measure and cut custom adhesive film if needed.
Liner Removal Tool removes blue protective liner.
Apply adhesive to the frame's perimeter, aligning with corresponding groove.
Position clear side of liner facing down on bottom edge of phone frame.
Align cutouts in liner over spring contacts.
Remove blue protective liner from new screen.
Install new screen, ensuring correct orientation and adhesive alignment.

Step 15 | Apply the screen adhesive

Peel down the top half of the larger, clear liner to expose the adhesive.

Do not remove the entire liner yet.

Step 16

Take your time when aligning the adhesive with the frame.

Keep the larger, clear liner folded towards the bottom of the phone.
Lay the exposed top edge of the adhesive onto the frame, using the lip for alignment.
Gently press down on the top edge with your fingers to secure it in place.

Step 17

Slowly apply the remaining adhesive to the frame, peeling off the large clear liner as needed.

Step 18 | Secure the screen adhesive

Use the flat end of a spudger to firmly press around the perimeter of the adhesive and secure it to the frame.

Step 19

Remove the blue liner by gripping its top left corner with tweezers.

Peel the liner away from the frame, taking care not to let any adhesive peel up.

If adhesive starts to lift, gently press it back onto the frame and secure it using the flat end of a spudger.

Step 20

Press the flat end of a spudger firmly around the perimeter of the adhesive to secure it to the frame.

Step 21 | Connect the replacement screen

Place the new screen display-side-down beside the phone, positioning it to the right for easy cable reconnection.

Step 22

Careful handling is crucial when working with the screen cable to avoid straining it.

Hold the screen at an angle to facilitate the alignment of the screen cable.
Align the screen press connector over its socket and gently click one side into place, then do the same for the other side.

Avoid pressing down in the middle, as this can bend pins and cause permanent damage if the connector is misaligned.

Firmly press the bottom edge of the screen cable bracket into its cutout and secure it with a click on the top edge.

Step 23 | Remove any small liners

Leave the perimeter display adhesive liners in place.

Inspect the replacement screen for small plastic liners near the front facing camera and screen cable.
Remove these liners using your fingers, identifying them by their plastic pull tabs.

Be careful not to damage the screen during liner removal.

Step 24 | Remove the screen adhesive liner

Remove tweezers and fingers from the underside of the screen.

Remove the two remaining blue liners using either tweezers or your fingers.

Step 25

Remove the two liner strips from the frame using tweezers or your fingers.

Note: For frames with applied adhesive, carefully hold the screen up to remove the right liner.
Use tweezers or your fingers to gently pry out the remaining liner from the frame.

Step 26 | Secure the screen with its adhesive

Flip the screen carefully onto the frame.

Step 27

Firmly press the screen around its perimeter to secure it to the frame.

Power on your Pixel for the first time after the repair and ensure the phone is laying flat.
Avoid touching the screen with any objects, such as fingers, plastic liners, or screen protectors.