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Prerequisite-only guide to remove the midframe in a Google Pixel 2.
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Apply a heated iOpener to the proximity sensor on the top edge of the midframe for two minutes to soften its adhesive.
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Slide the point of a spudger under the proximity sensor cable, starting from the side closest to the front-facing camera.
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Gently lift the edge of the sensor cable until the sensor is perpendicular to the midframe.
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Peel back the small piece of tape covering the screw below the earpiece speaker. Peel back any tape covering other screws as well.
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Remove the following screws securing the midframe:
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Eleven 3.7 mm Phillips screws
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One 4 mm T5 Torx screw
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Insert an opening tool into the notch in the midframe near the hold button.
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Pry the midframe up enough to create a gap between it and the phone case. The midframe cannot yet be completely removed.
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Lift the midframe up starting from the bottom edge.
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When the midframe starts to make about a 45° with the rest of the phone, lift the midframe straight up and away from the phone.
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As you lift the midfame, carefully guide the proximity sensor through the small slot in the midframe.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
