Google Pixel 9 Screen Replacement - Google Pixel 9

Step 1 | Prepare your Pixel for disassembly

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

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

Step 2 | Tape over any cracks

Glass shards can cause serious injury or complicate disassembly.

Apply overlapping strips of packing tape only to the cracked glass, not the frame.
The tape should cover the entire screen to create a surface for the suction cup.

Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from flying glass debris during repair.

Step 3

Never apply excessive heat, as this can cause damage to the phone's internal components.

Apply gentle heat using a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate to soften the adhesive on the screen.
Continue heating until the entire screen is warm but not excessively hot, being cautious not to damage the battery or plastic parts.
Stop applying heat if the frame becomes too hot to touch.

Step 4 | Apply a suction handle

Attach a suction handle to the top center of the screen.

Step 5 | Screen information

Damage to metal spring-contacts may occur if the screen is separated too deeply.

Measure 3mm from the tip of the opening pick and mark with a permanent marker.
Alternatively, attach a coin to the pick using tape, ensuring the coin is also 3mm from the tip.

Step 6 | Insert an opening pick

Be patient when inserting the opening pick, as it can be difficult.

Reheat the screen if it feels stuck before proceeding.
Pull up on the suction handle with strong force to create a gap between the screen and frame.
Insert the tip of an opening pick under the screen, ensuring it is underneath the plastic display frame.

Step 7 | Separate the screen adhesive

Slide the opening pick along the top edge to break the adhesive's seal.

Step 8

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

Step 9 | Prop up the screen

Flip the screen over the right edge of your phone and secure it using the suction handle.

Suction handle placement should avoid straining the display cable, located at the bottom right corner.
If the screen feels stuck, use an opening pick to separate remaining adhesive by gently prying around the perimeter.

Step 10 | Disconnect the screen

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

Continue lifting until the bracket comes free.

Step 11

Careful handling is required around the screen's press connector to avoid damaging small surface-mounted components.

Insert the point of a spudger under the left edge of the screen cable press connector and pry up to disconnect it.
Once disconnected, carefully lift out the screen.

Step 12 | Screen information

Screen damage can occur from minor scratches and dents.

Handle the screen by its edges to prevent damage.
Place the screen on a soft, lint-free cloth when working with it.

Step 13 | Remove all the old screen adhesive

Be extremely cautious when removing screen adhesive near fragile components.

Use a spudger to carefully scrape away old adhesive from the frame's perimeter.
Work slowly, rolling the adhesive onto itself for easier removal.
Once removed, use isopropyl alcohol and a microfiber cloth to clean up any remaining residue.
The frame must be completely free of adhesive and residue before continuing.
Allow the frame to dry thoroughly before proceeding.

Step 14 | Orient the adhesive

Check if your replacement screen already has pre-installed adhesive.

If yes, skip to step 8.
Otherwise:

SolarShield Adhesive application steps start here.
Make sure the blue liner is facing up and the clear liner is at the bottom when holding it over your phone.
The adhesive has a corresponding groove on the frame's perimeter.
Blue liner cutouts align with spring contacts on the frame.

Step 15 | Apply the screen adhesive

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

Do not remove the entire liner at this stage.

Step 16

The adhesive is extremely sticky and cannot be moved after application.

Position the clear liner towards the bottom of the phone during this step.
Lay the top edge of the adhesive onto the frame, using the lip to guide alignment.
Press down gently with your fingers once the top edge is aligned.

Step 17

Peel away the clear liner while slowly applying the remaining adhesive to the frame.

Step 18 | Secure the screen adhesive

Press the flat end of a spudger firmly along the edges of the adhesive to bond it to the frame.

Step 19

Use tweezers to grip the top left corner of the blue liner and carefully remove it.

If adhesive peels up with the liner, gently lay it back in place and use the flat end of a spudger to secure it.

Step 20

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

Step 21 | Connect the replacement screen

Position the replacement screen with the display facing down beside the phone.

Place it just to the right of the phone for easy reconnection of the cable.

Step 22

Be extremely careful not to strain the screen cable, as it may be damaged.

Hold the screen at an angle to position the screen cable.
Gently press down on one side of the screen press connector, then the other, until it clicks into place.

Do not press in the middle, as this can cause permanent damage to the pins.

Firmly press the top edge of the screen cable bracket down into its cutout until it clicks into place.

Step 23 | Remove any small liners

Leave the perimeter display adhesive liners in place.

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

Be careful not to damage the screen during this process.

Step 24 | Remove the screen adhesive liner

Only perform this step if the screen already has adhesive installed on its underside.

Remove the two blue liners using tweezers or your fingers, located on the underside of the screen.
Proceed to the next step, skipping any further instructions for the blue liners.

Step 25

Remove the two remaining liners from the . For the right liner, carefully support the screen with one hand while using tweezers or your fingers to remove it.

Step 26 | Secure the screen with its adhesive

Take care when flipping the screen — risk of damage to the LCD or frame.

Support the screen with one hand under the bezel.
Use your other hand to carefully flip the screen onto the frame.

Step 27

Press firmly around the screen's perimeter to secure it in place.

When powering on your Pixel after a repair, ensure it's placed flat.
Avoid any contact with the screen (fingers, plastic liners, screen protectors, cases) during startup.