Google Pixel 8 Power Button Repair

Let your Pixel's battery drain below 25% before starting this repair. A charged lithium‑ion battery may catch fire if damaged.

Unplug all cables from your phone.

Completely power off your phone.

Press the power and volume up buttons at the same time to bring up the shutdown menu.

You'll be using opening picks to separate the screen from the frame. If inserted too far, a pick can damage your device. Follow this step to mark your pick and prevent damage.

Measure 3 mm from the tip and mark the opening pick with a permanent marker.

Alternatively, [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/pQGATIGUbViSB4gB.full|tape a coin to a pick|new_window=true] 3 mm from the tip.

Adhesive and clips secure the screen to the frame. Heating the screen softens the adhesive, making it easier to separate.

Alternatively, you can use a [guide|157348|hair dryer|new_window=true], [guide|151116|heat gun|new_window=true], or hot plate—but be careful as extreme heat can damage the screen and/or battery.

The next three steps demonstrate the [product|IF145-513|Anti-Clamp], a tool we designed to make the opening procedure easier. ***If you aren't using the Anti-Clamp, skip down three steps for an alternate method.***

For complete instructions on how to use the Anti-Clamp, [guide|152309|check out this guide|new_window=true].

Pull the blue handle backwards to unlock the Anti-Clamp's arms.

Place your phone screen side up on an object so it will rest level between the Anti-Clamp's arms—the bottom edge should be hanging off.

Slide the arms over the left edge of your phone, so you have access to the bottom edge.

Position the suction cups as close to the center of the bottom edge as possible.

Squeeze the cups together to create suction.

Pull the handle forward to lock the arms.

Turn the handle clockwise ***one full turn*** (360 degrees), or until the suction cups begin to stretch.

As the cups stretch, make sure they stay aligned with each other. If they keep slipping, remove the Anti-Clamp and [guide|159595|apply tape for the cups to stick to|new_window=true].

Wait one minute for a gap to form between the screen and frame.

If the adhesive doesn't separate, twist the handle clockwise ***one quarter turn*** and wait another minute. Apply more heat if the screen cools down.

Insert an opening pick into the gap.

Don't insert your opening pick more than ***3 mm*** to avoid damaging the spring contacts.

Pull the blue handle backwards to unlock the arms and remove the Anti-Clamp using the pull tabs on the suction cups.

***Skip the next two steps.***

Apply a suction handle to the center of the screen's bottom edge.

Pull up on the suction handle with strong, steady force until a gap forms between the screen and frame.

If you're having trouble creating a gap, apply more heat and try again.

Insert an opening pick into the gap.

To avoid damaging your phone, ***don't insert your pick more than 3 mm as you separate the screen adhesive***. Note the following areas:

The screen cable is a little less than halfway up the left edge of the phone. Be very careful here to avoid tearing the cable.

There are many spring contacts around the perimeter of the phone. Be very careful in these areas to avoid bending the contacts.

Slide the opening pick along the bottom edge to separate the adhesive securing it.

Leave the pick in the bottom right corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

Apply a [guide|25705|heated iOpener|new_window=true] to the right edge of the screen for two minutes.

Alternatively, you can use a [guide|157348|hair dryer|new_window=true], [guide|151116|heat gun|new_window=true], or hot plate—but be careful as extreme heat can damage the screen and/or battery.

Insert a second opening pick under the bottom right corner of the screen.

Slide the new pick to the top right corner to separate the adhesive securing the screen's right edge.

Leave the pick in the top right corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

Insert a third opening pick under the bottom edge of the screen.

Slide the new pick to the bottom left corner.

Leave the pick in the bottom left corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

Apply a [guide|25705|heated iOpener|new_window=true] to the left edge of the screen for two minutes.

Alternatively, you can use a [guide|157348|hair dryer|new_window=true], [guide|151116|heat gun|new_window=true], or hot plate—but be careful as extreme heat can damage the screen and/or battery.

Insert a fourth opening pick under the bottom left corner of the screen.

Slide the new pick to the top left corner to separate the adhesive securing the screen's left edge.

Leave the pick in the top left corner to prevent the adhesive from resealing.

Apply a [guide|25705|heated iOpener|new_window=true] to the top edge of the screen for two minutes.

Alternatively, you can use a [guide|157348|hair dryer|new_window=true], [guide|151116|heat gun|new_window=true], or hot plate—but be careful as extreme heat can damage the screen and/or battery.

Insert a fifth opening pick under the top edge of the screen, near the left corner.

Slide the opening pick to the top right corner to separate the adhesive securing the screen's top edge.

Place a small box or stack of books to the left of your phone so you can prop up the screen while disconnecting its cable.

Swing up the right edge of the screen like the front cover of a book.

Be careful not to strain the screen cable.

If the screen feels stuck, go back around the perimeter with an opening pick to separate any remaining adhesive.

Prop up the screen so you can access the screen cable.

Use an opening pick to pry up the upper edge of the screen cable cover.

Remove the cover.

Insert the point of a spudger under the top left corner of the screen's press connector.

Gently pry up and disconnect the cable.

Remove the screen.

To reconnect a [guide|25629|press connector|stepid=70308|new_window=true], align it over its socket and gently press down on one side until it clicks into place, then press down on the other side. Don't press down in the middle. If the connector is misaligned, the pins can bend and cause permanent damage.

***The back of the Pixel's screen is very fragile. Even a small scratch or dent can damage the screen.***

To prevent damaging your screen or replacement screen:

When handling your screen, grip it by its edges.

When placing the screen on your work area, make sure nothing is touching the bottom of the screen. Consider placing it on a soft, lint-free cloth.

If you're installing a new screen with pre-installed adhesive, follow this step during reassembly. Otherwise, follow [guide|166235|this guide|new_window=true] to apply adhesive to your old screen.

Use the pull tabs to remove the liners covering the front camera cutout, the rear camera pad, the back of the screen, and the perimeter adhesive.

Reconnect the screen cable and reinstall its cover.

This is a good point to test your phone before sealing it up. Temporarily power on your phone and make sure it works as expected. Power it down before continuing.

Firmly press the screen into place on the frame. You should feel the clips "pop" into place.

Press firmly around the perimeter of the screen to secure it with the new adhesive.

Optionally, you can strengthen the adhesive bond by [guide|166235|applying pressure evenly to the phone|stepid=349905|new_window=true].

Follow [guide|166753|this guide|new_window=true] to calibrate the fingerprint sensor.

Use the point of the spudger to pry up and disconnect the 5G mmWave antenna cable from the logic board.

The 5G mmWave antenna cable is secured to the midframe with adhesive in two places.

Alternatively, you can use a [guide|157348|hair dryer|new_window=true], [guide|151116|heat gun|new_window=true], or hot plate—but be careful as, extreme heat can damage the battery.

Insert an opening pick under the 5G mmWave antenna cable's bottom section of adhesive.

Slide the pick toward the top edge of the phone to separate the adhesive.

Repeat the previous step for the upper section of adhesive.

Move the 5G mmWave antenna cable over the top of the phone to keep it out of the way.

Don't fold or crease the cable—just move it enough so it doesn't interfere with disassembly.

A [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/dP3FQ3eGNCa11gav.full|large graphite sheet|new_window=true] must be removed ''and replaced'' to complete this repair. It connects the upper part of the battery, midframe, and the rear cameras.

Insert the point of a spudger under the top right corner of the graphite sheet and lift until you can grip the sheet with your fingers.

Peel up and remove the entire graphite sheet.

If your sheet tears, don't worry! Grip the torn parts and remove the sheet in sections.

During reassembly, do ***not*** reuse the old graphite sheet. Follow [guide|166236|this guide|new_window=true] to replace the sheet.

A plastic shim is lightly adhered to the midframe and bottom speaker.

Slide the tip of an opening pick under the plastic shim until you can grip it with [product|IF145-020|tweezers] or your fingers.

Use tweezers, or your fingers, to peel off and remove the shim from the midframe and the bottom speaker.

Throughout this repair, [product|IF145-491|keep track of each screw|new_window=true] and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from.

While the Pixel 8 uses [link|https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Torx#Torx_Plus|Torx Plus|new_window=true] screws, standard Torx bits will also work. Make sure to apply constant, downward force to prevent stripping.

Use a T3 Torx driver to remove the two 5 mm‑long 3IP Torx Plus screws securing the USB‑C port bracket.

Use tweezers, or your fingers, to remove the USB-C port bracket.

During reassembly, follow this step to replace the plastic shim that runs across the bottom of the midframe and loudspeaker. If you don't have a replacement, press the old one back into place.

Remove the clear liner from the shim.

Use the [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/brRSjqtNt1DAwAjY.full|markings on the midframe|new_window=true] to align the left side of the shim and press it into place.

Use the flat end of a spudger to firmly press down along the whole shim to secure it.

Remove the blue liner.

Use a T3 Torx screwdriver to remove the eight 5.1 mm‑long 3IP Torx Plus screws securing the midframe.

The center of the midframe is lightly bonded to a thermal pad.

Slide the flat end of a spudger under the bottom right corner of the midframe to separate it from the thermal pad.

You'll feel the midframe loosen once it separates completely.

Lift the midframe off the frame and remove it.

During reassembly check the condition of the thermal pad. If it's damaged, remove the pad, clean the area with high-concentration (greater than 90%) isopropyl alcohol and a microfiber or lint-free cloth, and apply a new thermal pad.

Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the battery connector.

Adhesive secures the top and bottom edges of the battery to the frame. Heating the back cover softens the adhesive, making it easier to separate.

Carefully flip your phone over and lay it down on your workspace.

Use a [guide|157348|hairdryer|new_window=true] or [guide|151116|heat gun|new_window=true] to heat the left side of the back cover, near the top and bottom edges of the battery. It should be slightly too hot to touch.

Be careful not to heat the phone hotter than this—the battery is susceptible to heat damage.

Flip your phone back over and lay it on your workspace.

Apply a few drops of highly-concentrated isopropyl alcohol (>90%) along the right edge of the battery.

Tilt your phone to help the alcohol flow towards the adhesive on the top and bottom edges of the battery.

Wait one minute to allow the alcohol to dissolve the adhesive.

Insert the flat side of an opening pick between the right edge of the battery and frame.

Don't crease or bend the battery—it can leak dangerous chemicals and/or catch fire.

The adhesive securing the battery is ''***very***'' strong. Separating it requires ''time'' and ''constant pressure''. It will most likely take multiple rounds of heat and isopropyl alcohol.

Firmly secure your phone with one hand.

With your free hand, pry the battery up with the pick. Maintain constant pressure on the pick until the battery separates from the frame.

If after two minutes of constant pressure the battery doesn't budge, apply more heat and isopropyl alcohol and try again.

Use the opening pick to lift the battery and separate the remaining adhesive.

Remove the battery.

During reassembly, [guide|166291|follow this guide|new_window=true] to remove the old adhesive and install your battery.