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Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement

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  1. Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Unplug the charging case: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Before starting your repair, unplug your charging case.

  2. Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the Buds: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the Buds: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the Buds: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Open the case lid, remove the Pixel Buds, and set them aside.

  3. Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the case screws: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the case screws: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the case screws: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Use a Torx Plus 5IP screwdriver to remove the two 6.2 mm‑long screws from the ear bud recesses.

    • You may need to flip the case over and gently shake it to get the screws to fall out.

  4. Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the bottom shell: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the bottom shell: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the bottom shell: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Slide the main body of the charging case completely out of the bottom shell, inserting a fingernail in the seam near the top of the case to create an initial gap.

    • If you're having trouble, use the flat end of a spudger to start the initial gap.

  5. Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the battery: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the battery: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the battery: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Grip the small green tab on the back of the charging case and pull the battery out of its recess.

    • The battery fits snugly in place—this may take a little bit of force.

  6. Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the silicone cover: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the silicone cover: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the silicone cover: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Use the small tab to peel up and remove the silicone dust cover from the bottom of the charging case.

    • If you're having trouble, use a spudger to begin lifting the cover.

    • During reassembly, press the dust cover into place. It has a small lip that fits around the USB-C board. Work around the perimeter to make sure it's fully seated—there should be no large gaps.

  7. Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the USB‑C board screws: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the USB‑C board screws: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the USB‑C board screws: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Use a Torx Plus 5IP screwdriver to remove the two 3.4 mm‑long screws securing the USB‑C board.

  8. Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the USB‑C board: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the USB‑C board: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
    • Gently flip the USB‑C board down so you can access its press connector.

    • Insert the flat end of a spudger under the press connector and twist the spudger to disconnect the USB‑C board.

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

  9. Google Pixel Buds 2a USB‑C Board Replacement, Remove the USB‑C board: crwdns2935265:09crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Remove the USB‑C board.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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