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Introduction |
| ***This repair guide was authored by the iFixit staff and hasn’t been endorsed by Google.*** Learn more about our repair guides [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Info/content-quality|here|new_window=true]. | | | Use this guide to replace the left grip sensor and flex cable in your Google Pixel 4. | | | This procedure requires the removal of the battery and motherboard. | | '''***For your safety, discharge your battery below 25% before disassembling your phone.'''*** This reduces the risk of a dangerous thermal event if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. | | '''***This procedure will almost always destructively remove the Pixel 4’s grip sensors.'''*** The sensors are strongly adhered to the phone’s midframe and will usually come out in pieces. Before you begin this procedure, be sure to have replacement parts. | | '''***Caution:'''*** Google warns that disassembly of the front laser assembly could result in hazardous exposure to invisible infrared laser emissions. Read their safety warnings [link|https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/9369238?hl=en|here]. |
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