Google Pixel Fold Base Battery Replacement
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- The following guide is for replacing the base battery in a Google Pixel Fold device.
- Some photos in this guide show different stages of disassembly; these discrepancies do not impact the repair process.
Step 1 | Safety Precautions
A fully charged battery poses a fire hazard if damaged during the repair.
- Allow the battery to drain below 25% capacity before proceeding.
- Fully power off the device and unplug all connected cables.
Step 2 | Heat the bottom edge
Place phone on clean surface with back glass facing up.
- Heat iOpener for two minutes and apply to bottom edge of back glass.
- (Alternative methods: hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate)
Proceed with care - extreme heat can damage displays or internal batteries.
Step 3 | Anti-Clamp instructions
Next three steps demonstrate Anti-Clamp, designed to ease opening procedure.
If not using Anti-Clamp, skip down three steps for alternate method.
- For complete instructions, refer to the Anti-Clamp guide.
Unlock Anti-Clamp's arms by pulling blue handle backwards.
- Unfold phone completely, and slide Anti-Clamp arms over left edge of back glass, below "G" logo.
- Position suction cups near bottom edge: one on front, one on back.
Ensure inner screen suction cup doesn't touch bezel for proper adhesion.
Squeeze cups together to apply suction. If necessary, use tape:
- For slippery surfaces, create grippier surface with tape.
- For cracked glass, use packing tape to aid suction cup adhesion.
Step 4
Position your phone on a support, such as a box or books, ensuring it's level between the Anti-Clamp's arms.
- Pull the blue handle forward to lock the arms in place.
- Rotate the handle clockwise by at least 360 degrees until the cups begin to stretch.
- Verify that the suction cups remain aligned; if they start to slip out of alignment, detach and realign the arms before proceeding.
Step 5
Insert an opening pick into the gap under the back glass.
If the Anti-Clamp does not create a sufficient gap, apply more heat and rotate the handle a quarter turn.
- Rotate the handle a quarter turn at a time, waiting one minute between turns.
Step 6 | Insert an opening pick
Apply a suction cup near the center of the bottom edge.
- Pull up with strong, steady force to create a gap between the glass and frame.
- Insert an opening pick into the gap.
- If necessary, apply more heat and try again.
Badly cracked back glass may require additional measures: clear packing tape or strong tape for better adhesion.
Step 7 | Separate the bottom adhesive
Risk of damage: do not insert the opening pick deeper than 3.5 mm.
- Slide the opening pick back and forth along the bottom edge to separate the adhesive.
- Leave the opening pick in the bottom left corner before continuing.
Step 8 | Heat the left edge
Heat the iOpener and apply it to the left edge of the back glass for 2 minutes.
Step 9 | Separate the bottom left adhesive
Rotate the opening pick clockwise around the bottom left corner to gently pry and separate the adhesive.
Step 10 | Separate the left adhesive
- Insert a second opening pick into the bottom left corner.
- Slide this pick upward, toward the top left corner, to loosen the adhesive.
- Leave the tool in place at the top left corner before proceeding further.
Step 11 | Heat the top edge
Apply a iOpener preheated according to its instructions to the top edge of the back glass for 2 minutes.
Step 12 | Separate the top left adhesive
Insert the opening pick into the top left corner and rotate it gently to loosen the adhesive.
Step 13 | Separate the top adhesive
- Place a third opening pick at the top left corner.
- Guide it toward the top right corner to break the adhesive bond.
Step 14 | Heat the right edge
Apply iOpener to the right edge of the back glass and heat for 2 minutes.
Step 15 | Separate the top right adhesive
Apply moderate heat and handle the area with care around the sharp corner.
- Adjust the opening pick to a flat angle against the back glass for optimal leverage.
- Rotate the tool clockwise at the top right corner to begin separating the adhesive.
Step 16 | Separate the right adhesive
Insert a fourth opening pick into the top right corner.
- Slowly slide the opening pick toward the bottom right corner.
- The adhesive should start to separate as you move the pick.
Step 17 | Separate the bottom right adhesive
The corner is extremely fragile, use plenty of heat and be very gentle.
- Position your pick flat against the back glass.
- Rotate the pick around the bottom right corner, applying moderate pressure to separate the adhesive.
Step 18 | Reposition the back glass
Do not fully remove the back glass yet, as it is still connected to the phone by a cable.
- The back glass should be separated from the frame at this point.
- If there's still resistance around the edges, use an opening pick to separate any remaining adhesive.
- Swing the left edge of the back glass up and over the right edge of the phone.
- Lay the back glass to the right side of the phone before continuing.
Step 19 | Unfasten the middle bracket
Identify each screw and track its location for accurate reassembly.
- The Pixel Fold uses Torx Plus screws. Although standard Torx bits work, consider using a T3 or T4 Torx bit with 3IP Torx Plus screws to prevent stripping.
- To remove the middle bracket, use a Torx Plus 3IP driver for the two 2.8 mm-long screws.
Step 20 | Remove the middle bracket
Use tweezers or your fingers to pull the middle bracket toward the left edge of the phone and release its clip.
- Remove the middle bracket.
- During reassembly, insert the clip under the slot in the frame before aligning screw holes.
Step 21 | Disconnect the back glass cable
Use a spudger to pry up the back glass cable from the motherboard.
- To reconnect, align the press connector carefully.
- Press down on one side until it clicks into place, then repeat on the other side.
Avoid pressing in the middle and never force a misaligned connector, as this can cause permanent damage to the pins.
Step 22 | Remove the back glass
Remove the back glass.
Step 23 | Reassembly information
Remove big chunks of adhesive from the back glass perimeter using tweezers.
- Repeat for any remaining adhesive on the frame.
- Mix isopropyl alcohol (90% or higher) with a lint-free cloth to clean off residual adhesive.
- Follow the custom back glass adhesive replacement guide if available.
If no custom cut strips are used, secure the back glass to the
Step 24 | Reposition the graphite sheet
The graphite sheet is fragile; handle with care when peeling.
- Peel the graphite sheet from the bottom up, toward the top of the phone.
- Use your hands or light adhesive tape to keep it out of the way.
When reassembling:
- If you completely removed the graphite sheet, replace it following this guide.
- For non-custom adhesive strips, use double-sided tape (e.g., Tesa Tape) to secure the graphite sheet.
Step 25 | Remove the screw cover
Use a pair of tweezers or a clean fingernail to carefully remove the black screw cover from the top screw located on the bottom bracket.
Step 26 | Unfasten the bottom bracket
Remove the Torx Plus 3IP driver from its storage.
- Apply the correct bit size and securely attach it to the screw head.
- Turn the driver clockwise until all five screws are loosened.
Step 27 | Remove the bottom bracket
Release the bottom bracket's clip using tweezers or your fingers.
- Remove the bottom bracket.
- During reassembly, insert the bottom bracket clip under its slot on the logic board before aligning screw holes.
Step 28 | Disconnect the base battery
- Disconnect both base and removable batteries.
- Pry up the base battery cable using a pointed spudger.
Step 29 | Remove the tape
Remove the grey conductive tape from the bottom interconnect cable.
Step 30 | Disconnect the flip battery
Disconnect both cable connectors to prevent accidental short circuits.
- Use a spudger point to carefully pry up and release the flip battery connector.
- Next, disconnect the bottom interconnect press connector.
Step 31 | Reassembly information
Replace the flip battery and bottom interconnect cable conductive tape during reassembly.
- Pull off the liner from the new conductive tape to expose the sticky side.
- Apply the sticky side of the conductive tape to the bottom interconnect connector, ensuring it bridges the logic board.
Step 32
Press down the conductive tape using a spudger or your fingers.
- Pull on the tab with tweezers or your fingers to expose the tape.
Step 33 | Disconnect the ultra wideband antenna
Remove any tape covering the graphite sheet.
- Pry up the ultra wideband antenna press connector with a spudger.
- Disconnect the ultra wideband antenna press connector
Step 34 | Separate the adhesive
Insert an opening pick between the ultra-wideband antenna and the graphite sheet.
Gently pry the antenna away from the graphite sheet, taking care not to damage either component.
Step 35 | Remove the ultra wideband antenna
Peel up the ultra wideband antenna and remove it.
- If your adhesive is still sticky and intact during reassembly, you can reuse it.
- Otherwise, follow this guide to replace it.
- Secure the antenna to the logic board using either custom cut adhesive strips or double-sided tape, such as Tesa Tape.
Step 36 | Separate the adhesive
Insert an opening pick into the top edge of the graphite sheet.
- The purpose is to break the seal of the thermal insulator adhesive.
Step 37 | Remove the graphite sheet
Peel the graphite sheet off the logic board.
- Separate the remaining adhesive from the logic board.
- Remove the graphite sheet.
Step 38
Use tweezers to carefully remove any remaining adhesive from the logic board.
Step 39 | Remove the bottom speaker
Avoid prying against the battery with a spudger — risk of damage.
- Insert the flat end of a spudger between the battery and bottom speaker.
- Twist the spudger to release the adhesive holding the bottom speaker in place.
- Remove the bottom speaker.
During reassembly: if adhesive is still intact, you can reuse it. Otherwise, see our guide on replacing adhesive.
- If custom cut adhesive strips are not available, use a product like Tesa Tape for securing the speaker to the frame with double-sided tape.
Step 40 | Disconnect the fingerprint sensor
Risk of damaging surface-mounted components — avoid prying against the logic board.
- Lift the fingerprint sensor press connector using the point of a spudger.
Step 41 | Remove the tape
Remove the protective tape from the top interconnect cable.
Step 42 | Reassembly information
- Remove new conductive tape from its liner and attach sticky side to press connector, ensuring contact with logic board.
Press down conductive tape firmly using a spudger or fingers to secure.
- Use tweezers or fingers to gently pull tab and expose adhesive surface.
Step 43 | Unfasten the top interconnect cable
Insert a Torx Plus 3IP driver into the 2.8 mm-long screw and turn counterclockwise to loosen.
Then, insert the same driver into the 2.5 mm-long screw and turn counterclockwise to loosen.
- Remove both screws from their mounting points.
Step 44 | Disconnect the top interconnect cable
Do not attempt to separate the metal bracket from the press connector.
- Use the tip of a spudger to carefully pry the top interconnect cable press connector away from its mounting point.
Step 45 | Disconnect the inner screen
Risk of damage to small components on logic board.
- Use the flat end of a spudger to lift and disconnect the inner screen press connector.
- Move the inner screen cable up by 90° over the right edge of the phone.
Step 46 | Unfasten the top bracket
Remove the Torx Plus 3IP driver and use it to unscrew the two middleground retaining screws, each 2.8 mm long.
Step 47 | Remove the top bracket
- Pull the top bracket towards the left edge of the phone to release its clips.
- Remove the top bracket.
- During reassembly, insert top bracket clips under their slots in the frame before aligning screw holes.
Step 48 | Separate the adhesive
Risk of damaging the 5G mmWave antenna — handle with care.
- Insert a spudger between the frame and the right edge of the 5G mmWave antenna.
- Pry up to separate the adhesive, being careful not to damage the antenna.
If adhesive is still intact and sticky during reassembly, you can reuse it. Otherwise, follow the replacement guide.
- Alternatively, use double-sided tape (e.g., Tesa Tape) to secure the antenna.
Step 49 | Disconnect the front camera
Do not insert the spudger anywhere except under the bottom right corner of the front camera press connector.
- Pry up the front camera press connector using a pointed tool like a spudger.
- Once disconnected, proceed with caution as the logic board may be exposed.
Step 50 | Heat the front camera
Apply gentle heat to the front camera using an iOpener for 2 minutes.
Avoid overheating the device by spreading heat evenly and not concentrating it in one spot.
- Alternative methods: Use a hair dryer or heat gun with caution.
Step 51 | Remove the front camera
Use tweezers to grasp the front camera by its connector, near the camera body.
- Avoid pinching the press connector's pins to prevent bending.
- Pull straight up to separate the adhesive and remove the front camera.
Do not bend or damage the press connector's pins.
If your original adhesive is still intact, you can reuse it for reassembly. Otherwise, follow this guide to replace it.
- If no custom cut adhesive strips are available, use double-sided tape, like Tesa Tape, to secure the front camera in place.
Step 52 | Unfasten the logic board
Use a Torx Plus 3IP driver to remove the two screws.
- Remove one screw (2.8mm) located near the top left corner of the logic board.
- Remove one screw (2.5mm) located near the bottom right corner of the logic board.
Step 53 | Tape the cables
Secure the Fingerprint sensor cable, Top interconnect cable, and Inner screen cable using light adhesive tape, such as painter's tape.
- Avoid folding cables at sharp angles to prevent creasing.
Step 54 | Release the logic board
Insert the flat end of the spudger into the top of the logic board, near the front camera recess.
- Pry upwards to release the logic board from its upper alignment peg.
Step 55 | Remove the logic board
The logic board is fragile and prone to damage; handle with care.
- Grip the top of the logic board using your fingers.
- Lift upward, gently pulling toward the right edge, to release the bottom clip.
- Expect resistance from both the white logic board bracket and thermal paste; lift slowly until they clear their slots.
- Once released, lift straight up to remove the lower alignment peg.
- Remove the logic board.
Step 56 | Reassembly information
Use the flat-end spudger to scrape off thermal paste from the logic board and frame.
- Clean remaining residue with isopropyl alcohol (>90%) and a coffee filter or lint-free cloth.
- Repeat cleaning process as needed.
Use the flat end of a spudger to evenly spread new thermal paste during reassembly, matching original coverage.
Follow the provided guide for correct thermal paste application during reassembly.
Step 57
Insert the USB-C port at a shallow angle into its cutout in the frame.
Press down on the USB-C port until the orange rubber gasket is level with its cutout, not twisted or pinched.
- Press the bottom of the logic board over its lower alignment peg.
- Engage the spring connectors on the logic board.
Step 58
Press the logic board firmly into its lower metal clip as you push it toward the bottom edge of the phone.
Step 59
Position the logic board bracket securely under the frame's edge.
Step 60
Ensure all cables are above the logic board. If not secured with tape, do so now to prevent damage.
- With the white logic board bracket pressed down, push the logic board against the left edge of the phone.
- Position the logic board over the upper alignment peg.
- Press down firmly to secure the logic board.
Step 61 | Reposition the cable
Move the flip battery and bottom interconnect cable away from the battery.
Be careful not to crease the cable — risk of damage.
- Give the cable some slack to avoid straining it.
- Use painter's tape with light adhesive to secure the cable to the side of the phone.
Step 62 | Separate the battery pull tabs
Bend or puncture the battery at all costs — risk of chemical leak or fire.
Use a pair of blunt nose tweezers to peel the clear plastic pull tabs away from the battery.
Step 63 | Heat the battery adhesive
Unfold the phone and flip it over.
Use caution when applying high temperatures to avoid damaging the display or battery.
- Apply a heated iOpener to the inner screen above the base battery for two minutes.
- Alternately, use a hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate at lower temperatures.
Step 64 | Separate the adhesive
Adhesive under the battery is extremely strong — careful removal is essential.
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- Grip the plastic pull tabs with your fingers at both ends.
- Pull straight up with steady, constant force until adhesive separates.
- If separation remains difficult, reapply heat and try again.
If still struggling or fear damage to battery, proceed to the next five steps for an alternate method.
Step 65 | Apply isopropyl alcohol
Never puncture or bend the battery with your tool — risk of fire or chemical leak.
- Apply a few drops of high concentration (>90%) isopropyl alcohol in the gap between the frame and the left edge of the battery.
- If struggling to pull up the battery, reapply isopropyl alcohol and try again.
Step 66 | Tilt the phone
Position the phone with the left side tilted upwards.
- Allow isopropyl alcohol to flow underneath the battery.
- Wait one minute for the adhesive to soften.
Step 67 | Insert an opening pick
Puncturing or bending the battery can lead to chemical leakage and fire hazards.
- Apply a suction cup near the center of the left edge of the battery.
- Pull up on the suction cup with strong, steady force to create a gap between the battery and frame.
- Insert an opening pick into the gap that has formed.
Step 68 | Rotate the pick
Position the opening pick at an angle, with its longest edge seated within the gap.
Step 69 | Pry up the battery
- Pull up on the suction cup with strong, steady force.
- Use the opening pick to pry up while keeping steady pressure.
If you feel excessive resistance, add a few drops of isopropyl alcohol and try again.
- You may need to repeat this process multiple times for effective adhesive separation.
Step 70 | Remove the battery
Remove the battery from its recess.
During reassembly, ensure the adhesive is intact and sticky; otherwise, replace it with custom-cut strips or apply Tesa Tape for temporary support.