How to Apply a New Graphite Sheet in Your Google Pixel Fold
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Follow this guide to replace the graphite sheet and thermal insulator in your Google Pixel Fold after a previous repair.
Step 1 | Align the Adhesive
Place the new graphite sheet on top of the logic board, ensuring the clear liner is facing the logic board.
- Verify that the new graphite sheet's correct orientation is maintained.
Step 2 | Apply the graphite sheet
Be careful not to stick the adhesive in the wrong spot.
- Peel off the graphite sheet's liner, exposing the sticky side.
- Apply the graphite sheet to the logic board.
- Press down the adhesive using a spudger's flat end or your fingers to ensure a good seal.
Step 3 | Remove the liners
Remove and discard the two blue liners.
- The exposed graphite sheet will be visible underneath.
Step 4 | Apply the thermal insulator
Remove the thermal insulator from its clear liner.
Align the sticky side with the top left corner of the graphite sheet.
Step 5 | Expose the thermal insulator
Press the thermal insulator firmly with a spudger or your fingers.
- Grip the pull tab and carefully peel off the blue liner.