Google Pixel 9a Wireless Charging Assembly Replacement - Google Pixel 9a

Step 1 | Safety precautions

Allow the battery to discharge below 25%.

Unplug all cables from your Pixel device.
Ensure complete power-down before proceeding.

Step 2 | Heat the rear cover

Extreme heat can damage components — never apply excessive temperature.

Use a hair dryer to heat the entire rear cover, not your phone.
Heat until just hot to the touch — no extreme temperatures.

Apply gentle heat to soften adhesive, aiding separation of rear cover and frame.

Step 3 | Apply a suction handle

Position the suction handle near the right edge of the rear cover, as close to the edge as possible.

Step 4 | Insert an opening pick

Apply constant, firm pressure to the suction handle

A small gap should form between the cover and .
Insert a pointed end of an opening pick into this newly formed gap.

Step 5 | Adhesive information

Avoid inserting tools more than 3mm when separating adhesive near the wireless charging coil.

Refer to the provided picture for guidance on separating the adhesive from the rear cover frame.
Separate the left edge adhesive using a tool, taking care not to exceed 3mm depth to avoid damaging the wireless charging coil and its graphite film.

Repeat the process for the right edge adhesive, maintaining the same caution to protect the wireless charging components.

Step 6 | Separate the rear cover adhesive

Apply additional heat if necessary and retry separation.

Slide the opening pick up the right edge, then around the top right corner, and finally along the top edge.

Step 7

Insert an opening pick into the initial gap near the right edge.

Slide the pick down the right edge.
Continue along the bottom edge.
Then, move up the left edge to separate the adhesive.

Step 8 | Separate the camera bezel adhesive

Insert the flat edge of an opening pick at the top of the rear cover's left edge, near the camera bezel.

Apply gentle twisting motion while maintaining constant pressure to avoid damaging the adhesive around the camera bezel.

Step 9 | Remove the rear cover

Remove the rear cover.

If you encounter resistance, re-check the perimeter of the cover and use a pick to carefully remove any residual adhesive.

Step 10 | Remove the camera bezel

Check if the camera bezel is detached from the rear cover and stuck to your phone.

Only attempt removal if the bezel has become dislodged.

Slide a credit card or opening pick under the bezel, about 2-3 mm deep.
Pry up gently to remove the bezel. Be cautious not to damage the cameras.

If removal is difficult, lightly heat the camera bezel with a hair dryer or heat gun.

Step 11 | Remove the wireless charging assembly screws

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

13 x screws, 5.0 mm long.
3 x screws, 2.2 mm long.

Keep track of each screw to avoid damaging your phone.

Step 12 | Unclip the wireless charging assembly

Locate the wireless charging assembly cutouts: one to the right of the charge port and another on the left edge below the camera.

Pry up the wireless charging assembly using a spudger, starting from one of the identified cutouts.

Step 13 | Remove the wireless charging assembly

Remove the wireless charging assembly.

Step 14 | Disassembly complete

Reassembly process begins here.

Ensure all components are accounted for and properly cleaned.

Step 15 | Remove the old adhesive

Use a spudger to gently scrape away the six small pieces of adhesive surrounding the rear cameras.

Clean the area with high-concentration isopropyl alcohol (>90%) and a lint-free cloth or coffee filter.
Remove any remaining residue from the adhesives using the same cleaning solution and cloth.

Step 16 | Apply the adhesive

Remove the clear liner from the inner housing adhesive.

Lay the liner around the camera holes.
Use cutouts for small silver pads to align the adhesive.
Firmly press down on each piece of adhesive using a spudger's flat end.

If adhesive pulls up with colored liner, lay it back in place and secure again with a spudger.

Remove the colored liner by pulling the tab at the top edge.

Step 17 | Secure the adhesive

Press down firmly on each inner housing adhesive with a spudger.

The adhesives may come loose when removing the final liners.

Step 18 | Install the wireless charging assembly

Mount the wireless charging assembly onto the frame.

Step 19

Press firmly with your fingers around the entire perimeter of the wireless charging assembly.

Step 20 | Install the wireless charging assembly screws

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

Secure with thirteen 5.0 mm Torx Plus screws.
Add three additional 2.2 mm Torx Plus screws for extra support.

Step 21 | Remove the old rear cover adhesive

Removing the rear cover adhesive requires care to avoid damaging the battery or fragile components.

Use a spudger and tweezers to gently remove old adhesive from the perimeter of your phone.
Pull large pieces of adhesive away slowly and straight, taking care not to damage surrounding components.

Step 22 | Clean the frame

Use high-concentration isopropyl alcohol to prevent damage.

Apply the isopropyl alcohol directly to a lint-free cloth.
Gently wipe down the areas where the adhesive was using a clean section of the cloth.
You can also use a coffee filter as an alternative to a lint-free cloth.

Step 23 | Find the adhesive orientation

Hold the rear cover adhesive above the frame to determine its correct orientation.

Use the camera cutout in the liner to visualize the placement of the adhesive.
Verify how it will sit on the frame before applying, as incorrect application may require restarting with new adhesive.

Step 24 | Peel the liner halfway down

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

Do not fully remove the liner yet.

Step 25 | Apply the adhesive

Take your time when aligning the adhesive with the frame — it's very sticky and can't be moved once applied.

Lay the exposed top edge of the adhesive onto the frame, folding the larger liner towards the bottom of the phone for access.
Use the lip of the frame to help align the adhesive.
Gently press down on the top corners with your fingers once the edge is aligned to secure the adhesive.