Google Pixel 5 Battery Replacement Guide | Restore Battery Health

The Google Pixel 5 can develop battery problems over time, especially as the original battery ages. If your Pixel 5 has poor battery life or the battery is no longer holding a charge properly, replacing the battery can restore normal runtime.

This guide explains how to replace the battery in a Google Pixel 5, starting with carefully removing the display and ending with testing and reinstalling the screen. The display is secured with adhesive, so extra care is needed when separating it from the phone because the display flex cable is located on the left side.

Repair Information

Repair Information	Details
Device	Google Pixel 5
Repair Type	Battery Replacement
Repair Difficulty	★★★☆☆
Estimated Time	Allow sufficient time for adhesive removal, battery replacement, testing, and screen resealing

Reasons for the Repair

You may need to replace the Google Pixel 5 battery if you experience:

• Poor battery life
• Rapid battery drain
• The battery no longer holding a charge
• Battery-related performance problems
• The original battery no longer functioning properly

Important: Do not attempt to remove or replace a battery that is swollen, punctured, or visibly damaged. Do not apply heat to a swollen or damaged lithium-ion battery.

Before You Begin

Compatibility and Model Numbers

This repair guide based on Google Pixel 5

Model Numbers | GD1YQ, GTT9Q, G5NZ6

Tools Required

• Mobile phone heating pad or hairdryer/heat gun
• Plastic pry tool / card pry
• Suction cups
• Torx T3 screwdriver
• Torx T4 screwdriver
• Torx T5 screwdriver
• Tweezers (for connectors)
• B7000 glue or double-sided adhesive (for back cover)
• Rubber bands or bonding clips to secure the back cover

How to Find Tools and Parts

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• Silicone Work Repair Mat – https://amzn.to/4euW6fs
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• Compatible Parts –
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  • Screen – https://amzn.to/4oiq0p7
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Pixel 5 Step-by-Step Battery Repair

Step 1: Heat and Separate the Display

Begin by gently heating the edges of the front display to soften the adhesive holding the screen to the phone.

A heating pad can be used for this. Place the phone with the front screen facing the heating pad, select the appropriate mobile phone heating setting, and allow the heating cycle to complete. A heat gun or hairdryer can also be used as an alternative.

Once the adhesive has softened, use a suction cup to lift the display slightly. Insert a plastic card pry tool, or a similar suitable tool, into the gap and carefully work around the display to separate the adhesive.

Be particularly careful while doing this. The display flex connector cable is located on the left-hand side of the screen.Keep the edge of the plastic pry tool against the adhesive and avoid pushing it unnecessarily deep into the phone.

Gradually lift the display from the right-hand side toward the left-hand side, leaving it positioned like an open book.

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Step 2: Disconnect and Remove the Display

Use a tweezer to remove the connector bracket securing the display connection.

Next, disconnect the LCD display connector from the board. Once the connector has been disconnected, the screen can be separated completely from the phone body.

Before continuing with the battery replacement, clean the edges of the phone frame and remove any remaining adhesive or debris from the display area.

[INTERNAL LINK: Related repair guide]

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Step 3: Release the Graphite Tape

With the display removed, release the graphite tape so you can continue accessing the components underneath.

Handle the tape carefully, as it may need to be transferred to the replacement battery later in the repair.

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Step 4: Remove the Board Bracket

Undo the ten screws securing the board bracket.

There are also two screws with a shield located above the charging port board. These screws are covered by tape. Carefully peel back the tape, remove the two screws, and then remove the bracket.

Once the screws and shield have been dealt with, gently pull the board bracket out of the phone body.

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Step 5: Disconnect the Battery

Locate the battery connector and disconnect the battery plug from the board.

Make sure the battery is disconnected before attempting to remove it from the phone.

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Step 6: Remove the Battery Adhesive

Pull out both battery adhesive strips using their tabs.

Keep in mind that the number and condition of adhesive pull tabs can vary between phones. Previous repairs and the technique used during an earlier battery installation can affect what you find inside the device.

If the adhesive tabs are available, pull them out carefully rather than applying unnecessary force to the battery.

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Step 7: Remove the Old Battery

Once the adhesive has been removed, gently use a suitable pry tool to lift the non-working battery from the phone body.

Take care while working underneath the battery and avoid unnecessary force.

The graphite tape may come away with the old battery. Some replacement batteries include this tape, while others do not.

If the replacement battery does not include the graphite tape, you can remove the tape from the old battery and transfer it to the replacement battery.

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Step 8: Install the Replacement Battery

Position the new battery in the phone with adhesive securing it in place.

Once the battery is correctly positioned, reconnect the battery plug to the board.

After connecting the battery, reinstall the board bracket and secure it using the ten screws removed earlier. Remember to reinstall the small shield when securing the two screws above the charging port board.

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Step 9: Test the Replacement Battery and Display

Before permanently securing the display, connect it to the phone for testing.

Check that the phone and display are functioning correctly after the new battery has been connected.

Once the test has passed, disconnect and remove the screen again so it can be properly secured to the phone body.

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Step 10: Apply Display Adhesive

Before reinstalling the LCD screen, make sure there is enough adhesive to secure it properly.

For this repair, B7000 glue can be used. A new double-sided LCD adhesive can also be used.

Apply the appropriate adhesive around the display area and prepare the phone for final screen installation.

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Step 11: Reconnect and Reinstall the Display

Secure the LCD connector and reinstall its connector bracket.

Next, gently slide the display into position, starting from the left side and moving toward the right side.

Once the display is correctly positioned, apply gentle pressure around the screen edges so it sits securely against the phone body.

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Step 12: Clamp the Screen in Place

Use bonding clips to hold the LCD screen firmly against the phone while the adhesive sets.

Leave the clips in place for an appropriate period to allow the adhesive to bond. Afterward, remove the clips.

If bonding clips are not available, rubber bands can be used to provide pressure and hold the display against the body while the adhesive sets.

End of Repair Guide

The Google Pixel 5 battery replacement is now complete. Once the adhesive has secured the display, check the phone again and confirm that the screen and device are operating correctly.

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FAQ

Can I replace the Pixel 5 battery without removing the display?

This procedure requires removing the display to access the internal components and battery. The guide therefore begins by carefully separating the screen from the phone body.

Why does the Pixel 5 display need to be heated?

Heating softens the adhesive around the screen, making it easier to separate the display from the phone body.

Where is the Pixel 5 display flex cable located?

The guide identifies the display flex connector cable as being on the left-hand side of the screen. Extra care is required when inserting the pry tool around this area.

What can I use to soften the display adhesive?

A heating pad is used in this guide. A heat gun or hairdryer can also be used as an alternative.

What adhesive can be used to reinstall the Pixel 5 screen?

This guide uses B7000 glue. A new double-sided LCD adhesive can also be used.

Does the replacement battery include the graphite tape?

Not necessarily. Some replacement batteries come with the graphite tape and some do not. If necessary, the tape can be transferred from the old battery to the new one.

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Troubleshooting

The display does not work after reconnecting it. What should I check?

Recheck the LCD connector and make sure it is properly connected to the board. Also make sure the connector bracket has been correctly installed.

The screen is lifting from the frame after installation. What should I do?

Check that sufficient adhesive was applied and that the display was held firmly against the phone while the adhesive set. Bonding clips or rubber bands can be used to maintain pressure during this process.

I cannot find the battery adhesive pull tabs. Is that normal?

The condition and number of adhesive pull tabs can vary. Previous repairs and the method used during an earlier battery installation can affect whether the tabs are present.

The battery is difficult to remove. What should I do?

Do not force the battery out. The guide recommends using a pry tool gently after removing the adhesive. Take care while working around the battery.

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