Google Pixel 4 Screen Replacement Guide: DIY Tutorial
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 55 Steps
A heads up from the team at Salvation Repair: we put this guide together to help you fix your device, but it’s not officially endorsed by Google.
Important note:
For your safety, make sure to drain your battery to 25% or less before you start taking things apart.
You’ll need a replacement battery to complete this repair.
Be careful:
Hey there! This handy repair guide is brought to you by the awesome folks at Salvation Repair, but just a heads up, it hasn’t received a thumbs up from Google. Ready to dive in? This guide will help you swap out the screen on your Google Pixel 4. Just a little note: make sure you’re replacing a screen that’s already cozy in a new frame (also known as a chassis). You’ll need to carefully transfer all your phone’s inner workings to the new screen. If you’re just switching out the display panel on its own, check out a different guide instead. For everyone’s safety, please make sure your battery is below 25% before opening up your phone. This helps keep things cool in case the battery gets a little too wild during the repair. Remember, you’ll need a brand new battery for this job! Don’t even think about reusing the old one after removal; it could lead to some serious safety concerns. And a quick caution: Google has a warning about taking apart the front laser assembly—doing so might expose you to invisible infrared laser emissions. Check out their safety warnings for more info.
Step 1
– Let’s pop that SIM card out! Use a SIM eject tool (or a straightened paperclip if you’re feeling crafty) and gently push it into the tiny hole on the SIM tray, which you’ll find on the left edge of your phone. Give it a firm press, and the tray should pop right out. Now you can grab your SIM card and give it a high five for doing its job!
Step 2
A hair dryer, heat gun, or hot plate can also be used. Just be careful not to burn your phone! The display and internal battery are both sensitive to heat, so be sure to take it easy on the heat. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
– Ready to loosen things up? Grab your trusty iOpener and give the bottom edge of the back panel a nice, warm hug for a minute. It’s like a spa day for your phone!
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Step 3
– Grab your suction cup and stick it onto the warm edge of the back panel. Press down firmly to create some good suction, aiming to get as close to the edge as you can!
Got a back glass that’s seen better days? Don’t fret! Slapping on a layer of clear packing tape might just give that suction cup a fighting chance to stick. If you’re feeling adventurous, some super-strong tape can also do the trick in place of the suction cup. And if things are still looking grim, a little superglue can help attach the suction cup right to that shattered panel. You’ve got this!
Step 4
Don’t worry if this part takes a little effort – especially if your phone has been around for a while. If it’s being stubborn, just add some extra heat to the edge and give it another shot. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
– Gently tug on the suction cup with a confident grip to widen the gap between the back panel and the frame.
– Slide the tip of an opening pick into that newly created gap.
Step 5
– Feelin’ groovy? Let’s slide that peek into the groove at the bottom, workin’ it towards that left corner to slice up the glue. Watch it groove!
– With our lil’ pick still sapien’ it up, keep it movin’ from that bottom left corner to the right corner, got it? Slice that bottom adhesive like it owes ya money!
– Hang tough with the pick in the right corner; we don’t want glue to go all stubborn and reseal on us, do we? That’d be a bummer!
Step 6
– Heat things up by applying an iOpener to the left edge of your phone for about a minute. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
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Step 7
– Slide a second opening pick right under the back panel, aiming for that sweet spot right over the charge port.
– Gently glide the opening pick down to the bottom left corner of your phone.
Step 8
This gummy adhesive can be a tough cookie to deal with. But you’re a pro, so go ahead and glide that pick in and out with some serious slicing skills, like a phone repair ninja!
– Slide the opening pick around the bottom left corner and across the left side of the phone like a pro, slicing through the adhesive.
– Stop when you reach the top left corner, near the camera, and leave the pick in place. You’re doing great!
Step 9
– Grab your iOpener and heat up the right side of your phone for a minute.
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Step 10
– Alright, let’s get this party started! Keep those two opening picks in place, and slide a third pick in on the lower part of the right side.
– Now, glide that pick upwards, slicing through the right side’s adhesive like a butter knife through warm bread.
– Stop when you reach the top right corner, and leave that pick in place. You’re doing awesome!
Step 11
– Now, let’s get that last bit of adhesive holding things down! Slide the third opening pick around the top right corner and across the top side of the phone, cutting through that final strip of adhesive. You’re almost there!
Step 12
– Now that you’ve sliced around the phone’s perimeter, gently pry the right edge of the back cover open – think of it like opening a book. Be careful, okay?
– Don’t try to completely remove the panel just yet, since it’s still connected to the phone. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
Step 13
– Now it’s time to swing that back panel open – just be gentle and keep an eye on the ribbon cable so you don’t put any unnecessary stress on it. You’re doing great!
– Before you seal everything back up, take a minute to turn your phone on and make sure all the functions are working properly. Then, power it back down before moving forward. If you need help or have any questions, you can always schedule a repair with Salvation Repair.
Step 14
As you tackle this repair, keep an eye on each screw and make sure it finds its way back to its original home.
– Whoa there, let’s unscramble this battery connector shield! We’ve got five T3 Torx screws patiently waiting to be unscrewed, followed by four 4.0 mm friends and one 2.1 mm little buddy. You’re doing great! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 16
Hey there, remember that battery? It’s like a little power pack. So when you’re using your handy spudger near it, be a bit careful. You don’t want to poke it, right? If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Grab your trusty spudger (that’s the pointed tool, for you newbies) and gently pry the battery connector straight up from the motherboard. You’re basically giving it a little high-five, saying “Later, battery!”
– Now, to put that battery connector back in its happy place, carefully align it and press down on one side until it clicks. Then, do the same on the other side. Just like a little dance, one side at a time! And remember, don’t press down on the middle, or you might bend those tiny pins. That’s not a good look for anyone, trust me. If you’re feeling a little nervous about this part, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 17
– Now, use the flat end of your spudger to gently fold the battery cable over. This keeps it safe and sound during the rest of the repair. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
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Step 18
– Grab your trusty T3 Torx driver and let’s get to work! Unscrew those two 4 mm screws holding down the back panel connector cover. You’ve got this!
Step 21
– Let’s get this back panel off! Give it a little wiggle and it should come right off.
– Now, while we’re putting things back together, we’re gonna use some special custom-cut adhesives to make sure your device stays lookin’ fresh. Follow these steps for the perfect fit.
– If you’re usin’ a pre-cut adhesive card, follow these steps – it’s gonna be a breeze!
Step 22
If those adhesive pull tabs are being stubborn and not stretching, grab a plastic dropper or syringe and fill it with some strong (>90%) isopropyl alcohol. Apply a few drops right under the left edge of the battery and let it sit for a minute to help loosen up that adhesive.
This might take some muscle, so be prepared!
Just a heads up: these adhesive pull tabs can be a bit fragile and might snap during the process. So, take it slow and steady!
– Grab the yellow pull tab on the adhesive strip and give it a good, steady tug.
– Keep pulling firmly on the adhesive strip, making sure you pull it all the way up. If you’re using a spudger, give it a little spin every now and then to keep the exposed part of the pull tab short.
– Repeat this for all three pull tabs, until they’re all out or broken in half. You got this!
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Step 23
Be careful not to insert the opening pick on or below the grip sensor cable, as this can cause damage to the charge port flex cable underneath the battery. If you’re unsure, don’t hesitate to schedule a repair and let the pros at Salvation Repair help you out.
Even if you’ve got those three adhesive pull tabs off like a pro, an opening pick can make it a breeze to pop out the battery. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– If those battery tabs decided to take a little break during your removal adventure, don’t sweat it! Grab an opening pick and slide it along the upper right edge of the battery. Gently slice through the adhesive holding it in place. You’ve got this!
Step 24
Hey there! If your battery looks a bit wonky or has taken a hit, it’s time to let it go. Reusing a damaged battery could be risky business! So, grab a shiny new one and keep your device safe and sound. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Alright, let’s make sure that phone is nice and dry before we put the battery back in. If any of that alcohol solution is hanging around, gently wipe it away with a lint-free cloth. Or, let it air dry for a bit if that’s easier. No worries, we’re almost there! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Gently lift the battery up and away from the phone to set it free. You might need to coax it away from any stubborn adhesive tabs that are still hanging on.
– Ready to pop in a new battery? Here’s how to do it:
– If you’re using stretch release adhesive, stick it onto the battery. If not, grab some double-sided tape or pre-cut
