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Interconnect Cables Removal

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This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and isn’t meant to be used alone.

Introduction

This guide shows how to remove the interconnect cables from your Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.

What you need

  1. Interconnect Cables Removal, Safety precautions: step 1, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Safety precautions: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • 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 and completely power down your phone.

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  2. Interconnect Cables Removal, Adhesive information: step 2, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Adhesive information: step 2, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Adhesive information: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Adhesive secures the perimeter of the rear cover to the frame.

    • When separating the adhesive, don't insert your tool more than 3 mm under the rear cover to avoid damaging the internal components.

    • Measure 3 mm from the tip and mark your opening pick with a permanent marker. Alternatively, you can tape a coin to a pick 3 mm from the tip.

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  3. Interconnect Cables Removal, Apply a suction handle: step 3, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Apply a suction handle: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Attach a suction handle to the bottom edge of the rear cover, as close to the edge as possible.

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  4. Interconnect Cables Removal, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Insert an opening pick: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Pull up on the suction handle with strong, steady force to create a small gap under the rear cover.

    • Insert the tip of an opening pick in the gap.

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  5. Interconnect Cables Removal, Separate the rear cover adhesive: step 5, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Separate the rear cover adhesive: step 5, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Separate the rear cover adhesive: step 5, image 3 of 3

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

    • Remember: don't insert the opening pick deeper than 3 mm.

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  6. Interconnect Cables Removal: step 6, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 6, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Slide your opening pick up the left edge and along the top edge to separate the adhesive.

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  7. Interconnect Cables Removal: step 7, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 7, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Slide your pick down the right edge to separate the remaining adhesive.

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  8. Interconnect Cables Removal, Prop up the rear cover: step 8, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Prop up the rear cover: step 8, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Prop up the rear cover: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Don't try to fully remove the rear cover yet, as a ribbon cable on the right edge connects it to the phone.

    • Use the suction handle to lift the left edge of the rear cover and swing it over the right edge, like opening the cover of a book.

    • If you're having trouble, check the perimeter for any remaining adhesive and use your opening pick to separate it.

    • Prop up the rear cover with the suction handle so you can access the ribbon cable near the top right corner.

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  9. Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the cable cover: step 9, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the cable cover: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the two 5.2 mm‑long screws securing the cable cover.

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  10. Interconnect Cables Removal: step 10, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Use tweezers or your fingers to remove the cable cover.

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  12. Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the rear cover: step 11, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the rear cover: step 11, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the rear cover: step 11, image 3 of 3

    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the rear cover press connector.

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  13. Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the rear cover: step 12, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the rear cover.

    • During reassembly, follow this guide to apply new adhesive and install your back cover.

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  14. Interconnect Cables Removal, Peel up the cable cover tape: step 13, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Peel up the cable cover tape: step 13, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Peel up the cable cover tape: step 13, image 3 of 3

    • Use the tip of a spudger and your fingers to peel up the piece of tape near the left edge of your phone, enough that you can access the bracket and screws underneath.

    • You can completely remove the tape if you want, but be sure to keep it for reassembly.

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  15. Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the cable cover: step 14, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the cable cover: step 14, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the two 5.2 mm‑long screws securing the wireless charging cable cover.

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  16. Interconnect Cables Removal: step 15, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 15, image 2 of 2

    • Use tweezers or your fingers to remove the cover.

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  17. Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the wireless charging assembly: step 16, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the wireless charging assembly: step 16, image 2 of 2

    • Use the tip of an opening pick to pry up and disconnect the wireless charging press‑connector.

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  18. Interconnect Cables Removal: step 17, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 17, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 17, image 3 of 3

    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the ultra‑wideband press connector.

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  19. Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the wireless charging assembly screws: step 18, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the wireless charging assembly screws: step 18, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the two 2.2 mm‑long screw securing the wireless charging assembly.

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  20. Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the wireless charging assembly: step 19, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the wireless charging assembly: step 19, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the wireless charging assembly.

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  21. Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the battery: step 20, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the battery: step 20, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the battery: step 20, image 3 of 3

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

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  22. Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the logic board cables: step 21, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the logic board cables: step 21, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the logic board cables: step 21, image 3 of 3

    • Use a spudger to pry up and disconnect the three remaining press connectors along the bottom edge of the logic board—two larger press connectors near the center and one smaller one on the bottom right corner.

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  23. Interconnect Cables Removal, Move the charging board cover: step 22, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Move the charging board cover: step 22, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the two 4.2 mm‑long screws securing the charging board cover.

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  24. Interconnect Cables Removal: step 23, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 23, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal: step 23, image 3 of 3

    • Don't try to fully remove the cover, as a piece of tape secures it to the interconnect cable.

    • Use your fingers to pull the right edge of the charging board cover towards the top of your phone to unclip the left side of the cover.

    • Flip the cover away from the charging board so you can access its press connectors.

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  25. Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the left interconnect cable: step 24, image 1 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the left interconnect cable: step 24, image 2 of 3 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the left interconnect cable: step 24, image 3 of 3

    • Be very careful not to damage any of the small, surface‑mounted components on the charging board.

    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the two larger press connectors on the top edge of the charging board.

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  26. Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the left interconnect cable: step 25, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the left interconnect cable.

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  27. Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the right interconnect cable: step 26, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Disconnect the right interconnect cable: step 26, image 2 of 2

    • Be very careful not to damage any of the small, surface‑mounted components on the charging board.

    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the remaining press connector on the right edge of the charging board.

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  28. Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the right interconnect cable screws: step 27, image 1 of 2 Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the right interconnect cable screws: step 27, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the two 4.2 mm‑long screws securing the bottom of the right interconnect cable.

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  29. Interconnect Cables Removal, Remove the right interconnect cable: step 28, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the right interconnect cable.

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