Replace Google Pixel Fold Back Glass: DIY Guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 23 Steps
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This handy guide is your go-to for swapping out the back glass of your Google Pixel Fold. It’s a breeze, and we’ve got your back every step of the way! If you run into any hiccups, remember, you can always schedule a repair for expert help. Get ready to make your device shine again!
Step 2
Feel free to use a hair dryer, heat gun, or even a hot plate, but remember—too much heat can be a real party pooper for your display and internal batteries. So, keep it cool and proceed with caution!
– Lay your phone down on a clean, smooth surface with the back glass facing up. This will help keep things tidy and prevent scratches.
– Time to warm things up! Heat an iOpener and apply it to the bottom edge of the back glass for two minutes. This will help loosen the adhesive holding the glass in place.
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Step 3
Get ready to meet the Anti-Clamp, your new best friend for opening your device! In the next three steps, we’ll show you how to make the whole procedure a breeze. If you don’t have the Anti-Clamp handy, no worries—just skip down three steps for another way to tackle it.
Want the complete scoop on using the Anti-Clamp? Check out our handy guide for all the ins and outs!
Double-check that the suction cup on the inner screen is clear of the bezel; otherwise, it won’t stick like it should.
If your phone’s surface is a bit too slick for the Anti-Clamp’s liking, grab some tape to add a little grip! And if there’s a crack in the glass, packing tape is your best buddy for helping those suction cups stick.
– Give that blue handle a gentle tug back to release the Anti-Clamp’s arms.
– Fully open your phone and carefully slide the Anti-Clamp arms over the left edge of the back glass.
– Place the suction cups at the bottom edge of your phone—one on the front and one on the back.
– Press the cups together to create a solid suction on the spot you need.
Step 4
– Give your phone a comfy spot by propping it up with a box or books, making sure it’s nice and level between the Anti-Clamp’s arms.
– Pull the blue handle forward, locking the arms in place. It’s like a friendly hug for your phone.
– Now give that handle a good turn clockwise—360 degrees or until those cups start stretching. We’re getting things nice and snug!
– Keep a close eye on those suction cups, making sure they stay aligned. If they decide to get a little frisky, detach them, realign the arms, and give them another hug.
Step 5
Take it easy! No more than a quarter turn at a time, and let’s chill for a minute between turns. Let the Anti-Clamp and a little patience do their magic for you.
If the Anti-Clamp isn’t making enough space, just crank up the heat a bit more in that area and give the handle a little twist—about a quarter turn should do the trick!
– Gently slide an opening pick into the tiny gap beneath the back glass. You’ve got this!
– Feel free to skip the next step. No pressure!
Step 6
If your back glass is looking like a spider web, slapping on a layer of clear packing tape might just do the trick to help that suction cup stick. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can also try some super strong tape instead of the suction cup. And if you’re really in a bind, a little superglue on the suction cup can help it cling to that cracked back glass.
Now, depending on how old your phone is, this might be a bit of a challenge. If you’re struggling, don’t hesitate to warm things up a bit more at the edges and give it another go!
– Grab a suction cup and place it on the back glass, aiming for the center of the bottom edge—let’s get that glass ready to pop!
– With a firm and steady pull on the suction cup, create a little gap between the back glass and the frame. You got this!
– Slide an opening pick into that gap and let the magic begin!
Step 7
Be careful not to shove that opening pick in deeper than 3.5 mm when you’re working on the back glass adhesive! You wouldn’t want to accidentally poke something important inside your device.
– Now, let’s loosen things up! Gently wiggle that opening pick along the bottom edge to break the seal. Think of it like giving the device a little massage.
– Keep that opening pick anchored in the bottom left corner. We’re just getting started, so hang tight!
Step 8
– Get ready to rock and roll! Grab your iOpener, charge it up, and let’s heat things up on that left edge of the back glass. Set your timer for two minutes, and let’s be the best repair buddies ever! 🎸🔧 If you need help, our talented repair squad’s got your back – just set a time to come over with our tech experts at schedule a repair
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Step 9
– Now, let’s get that adhesive loosened up! Take your opening pick and gently wiggle it around the bottom left corner. You’re basically giving that adhesive a little massage to help it release its grip on the phone.
Step 10
– Pop in a second opening pick at the bottom left corner.
– Gently slide that pick up towards the top left corner to break free the adhesive.
– Keep the opening pick snug in the top left corner while you move on to the next step.
Step 11
– Warm up the top edge of the back glass with a heated iOpener for a cozy two minutes.
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Step 12
– Swing that opening pick around the top left corner to break free the adhesive!
Step 13
– Let’s pop open this device! Insert a third opening pick in the top left corner.
– Slide the opening pick toward the top right corner, and you’ll feel the adhesive giving way.
Step 14
– Warm up that iOpener and give the right edge of the back glass a cozy two-minute hug. It’s like a spa day for your device!
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Step 15
Heads up! That corner is extra sensitive. So, be super gentle and use some heat to make things easier. You got this!
– Position your pick so it’s nice and flat against the back glass—like a pancake on a plate!
– Gently twist the opening pick around the top right corner to break free the adhesive. You’re doing great!
Step 16
– Let’s get this party started! Insert your trusty opening pick into the top right corner.
– Now, slide that pick towards the bottom right corner to separate the adhesive. Don’t be shy! Let’s get this bad boy open.
Step 17
This sharp corner is pretty delicate, so be careful! Use some heat and be gentle while you work around it.
– Hold your pick nice and flat against the back glass.
– Swing that pick around the bottom right corner to loosen the adhesive.
Step 18
Hold up there, partner! The back glass is still connected to the phone by a cable. Let’s not go ripping it off just yet.
Time to give that back glass a little nudge! You should be able to separate it from the frame. If it’s holding on tight, use a handy opening pick to loosen up any stubborn adhesive.
– Gently lift the left edge of the back glass and swing it over the right edge of your phone like you’re opening a door.
– Now, comfortably place the back glass to the right side of the phone before moving on. You’ve got this!
Step 19
– Let’s get this party started! Use a Torx Plus 3IP driver to remove those two tiny 2.8 mm screws holding down the middle bracket. You got this!
While working on this fix, remember to keep track of all screws and be sure to put them back properly. Don’t worry if you only have regular Torx bits on hand – they’ll do the trick! Just make sure you use the right size (or a bit larger) like T3 or T4 when handling those 3IP Torx Plus screws. Keep things smooth by applying constant, downward pressure to avoid any trouble.
Step 20
– Grab those tweezers or just use your fingers to gently nudge the middle bracket towards the left edge of the phone and pop that clip free.
– Now, go ahead and take out the middle bracket.
– When it’s time to put everything back together, make sure to tuck the middle bracket clip back into its cozy spot in the frame before lining up those screw holes.
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Step 21
Alright, time to get those press connectors back in their rightful place! Gently line up one side, give it a nice, firm press until you hear that satisfying click. Then, repeat the process on the other side. Don’t go pressing in the middle, though – you might bend those pins and that’s not cool. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
– Grab your trusty spudger and gently nudge up to disconnect that back glass cable from the motherboard. You’ve got this!
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Step 22
– Take off the back glass like a pro! It’s the first step in giving your device the TLC it deserves.
