Google Pixel 9 Front Camera Replacement - Google Pixel 9

Allow the Pixel's battery to drain below 25% before starting this repair, as a charged lithium-ion battery may catch fire if damaged.

Unplug all cables from the phone.
Completely power off the phone.
Press and hold the power button and volume up button simultaneously to access the shutdown menu.

Avoid damaging internal components by keeping tool insertion depth under 3 mm.

Measure 3 mm from the tip of an opening pick and mark with a permanent marker.
Lay overlapping strips of packing tape over the glass to protect yourself and aid disassembly.

A suction cup may not adhere perfectly if your screen or back glass is badly cracked.

Place the suction handle at the bottom edge of the back glass, near the edge.

Pull down firmly to secure the suction cup in place.

Hold the suction handle firmly and pull up with strong, steady force to create a small gap.

Slide the opening pick back and forth along the bottom edge, working to separate the adhesive.

Do not insert the opening pick deeper than 3mm to avoid damaging internal components.

Insert an opening pick near the top edge and slide it gently around the perimeter of the phone.

Slice the remaining adhesive with the pick as you work your way along the edges.

Lightly twist the opening pick at the bottom edge to lift the back glass.

Remove the back glass.

Before applying new adhesive, test your phone's functionality by powering it on and verifying that it works.

Power down your phone before reapplying the back glass.
Apply new adhesive according to the provided guide and install the back glass.

Keep track of each screw and ensure it returns to its original location.

The Pixel 9 uses Torx Plus screws; standard Torx bits may also be used.
Apply constant, downward force when driving to prevent stripping.
To remove the upper board cover, use a 3IP Torx Plus driver on the single 5.4 mm-long screw.