iFixit - Answers With Device "Google Pixel 6a"

Google Pixel 6a: Bad yellow background tint after replacing new screen

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 20:39:48 -0700

After receiving my new screen/digitiser replaced it as per instructions it functions apart from finger print but it has a yellow background tint rather than white have I missed something in the installation or nearly a faulty screen?

⟐ Answer accepted juni 28, 2024 at 20:39 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Any Solution for when Midframe Screws are Stripped?

Tue, 28 May 2024 19:14:39 -0700

Hello! I got my google pixel as a refurbished device about a year ago. The battery expanded so much that the screen popped off. To replace the batter I got to the step where I unscrew the midframe, but half of the screws were already stripped so I couldn't get them out.

Is there any solution that would allow me to still get the midframe off so that I can disconnect the battery?

⟐ Commented mei 28, 2024 at 19:14 MST

Google Pixel 6a: How to remove/replace the volume/power cable inside the device?

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 17:00:51 -0700

Title. The cable assembly appears lodged between the back frame and the outer frame, and I cannot figure out how to get it out (and then replace it.)

Any help? Thank you!

⟐ Answered november 08, 2023 at 17:00 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Can I skip the display adhesive?

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 22:08:25 -0700

I broke the screen on my P6a, and I have the fix kit coming; however, I am wondering if I can skip the display adhesive and just clip it in on the 6a, seeing there are clips to have serviceability (at the expense of the IP rating, which I threw out the window anyway by dropping it and will fully void doing the repair).

Has anyone done this without adhesive at the expense of the IP rating? Since I got the phone used, I trusted the IP rating like a fart anyway. It's gone now anyway.

⟐ Commented januari 19, 2023 at 22:08 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Can I buy the fixit kit without the battery somehow!?

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:39:01 -0700

Would love to get the tool kit, thermal paste etc. I understand batteries are short supply..

⟐ Commented december 22, 2025 at 17:39 MST

Google Pixel 6a: My screen has detached from the bezel after a battery replacement

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:41:59 -0700

I accidently separated the screen bezel from the screen after I successfully replaced the battery - is there an adhesive template to reattach it to the bezel.... Everything functions as is but the screen will pop out of my case if dropped....

Google Pixel 6a: Proximity sensor is not working

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 03:33:50 -0700

In the beginning, when the proximity sensor didn't work, I got it to work by rebooting the phone. A few days later it stopped working again, and when I tried to test it with the "Sensors Test" application - the application saw all the sensors except the proximity sensor, as if it had never been on the phone.

I reset the phone to factory settings but nothing helped. Please let me know if there is a way to fix the problem. If the problem is in the sensor itself - please tell me its code so that I can find where to order it for replacement.

Google Pixel 6a: Why does timelapse automatically turns off?

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 13:39:04 -0700

Hi team,

I've noticed that whenever I shoot a timelapse video at 10x,30x, 120x the video automatically turns off after couple of minutes as a result I dont get the desired timelapse video. Please assist on what can be done. TIA!

Google Pixel 6a: My Pixel 6a got wet—touchscreen issues, need urgent advice

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:25:26 -0700

Hello. My aging Pixel 6a has been through a lot—drops, spills, you name it. This morning, while doing laundry, it got splashed with water. I immediately wiped it down, sucked water out of the speakers, mics (top and bottom), and the charging port with my mouth. Everything seemed fine at first, but after 30 minutes, the touchscreen started lagging—like someone was holding down the top part. This has happened before in similar situations and usually went away, so I didn’t worry.

An hour later, it got worse. The touchscreen became almost completely unresponsive—only a small area in the center worked, and the volume slider barely moved between max and slightly lower. I turned it off, put it in rice, and left for an exam. When I came back, things had deteriorated further. The touchscreen now barely responds at all—just a tiny bit in the center and the volume slider.

I asked a friend for advice, and he suggested using a hairdryer to evaporate the water, being careful not to overheat the battery or display. I tried it, but no improvement. Upon closer inspection, I noticed the top part of the display has a slight gap (unlike the solidly sealed bottom), so water probably got in there. I realized I should’ve dried it upside down in rice from the start.

Now, I’m unsure what to do. Should I disassemble it and clean the contacts with isopropyl alcohol? Or is the touchscreen permanently dead? I really don’t want to buy a new display—it’s hard to find an original one, shipping takes forever, and the display itself still works fine (only touch and maybe the fingerprint sensor are affected).

This phone is essential for me, and I’m ready to buy tools (opening kit, alcohol, glue) right now if there’s a chance to fix it. Should I attempt a repair, or is it a lost cause?

For now, I’m stuck using an ancient iPhone SE (1st gen), which is pure suffering. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

⟐ Answer edited juni 30, 2025 at 11:25 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Why does my replacement screen have 8 little plastic latches

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 23:09:03 -0700

My replacement screen has 8 little latches that appear to be intended to insert into the phone securing the face to the phone. The old face did not appear to have these and there is no place for them to insert into. What is going on? Do i have the wrong part?

⟐ Answered september 11, 2023 at 23:09 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Can I replace the screen while the phone is on?

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 12:59:17 -0700

I have to replace the screen in my pixel 6a, but I have no way to tell if it's on or off since the LCD completely died. Is it a problem to disconnect the display from the main board while the phone is on?

⟐ Answered augustus 29, 2023 at 12:59 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Why is my phone won't turn on & can't connect with usb charging?

Fri, 12 May 2023 10:32:10 -0700

this happen while i am charging my pixel with off/turn off condition (22% live battery) , but suddenly when i'm checking back arround 30 minutes there is no sign of charging percentage and wont turn on when i press power button, or button combination in terms to restart the phone. any suggestion please? im very confuse right now. hope you can help me. thank you very much.

⟐ Answered mei 12, 2023 at 10:32 MST

Google Pixel 6a: have ordered a pixel 6a display repair kit yesterday but till now I d

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:23:37 -0700

have ordered a pixel 6a display repair kit yesterday but till now I didn't receive any confirmation email till now.

⟐ Answered april 09, 2026 at 4:23 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Pixel 6A Dead in Morning after overnight charging

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 23:19:14 -0700

Problem: After an overnight charging of a functional device, I woke up to learn that my phone is not responding at all. Dark Screen. After I pressed the power button or connect to the charger, there is no sign of life.

Google's response was to take it to the local Ubreakifix, authorized repair center. The diagnosis from the repair center was no warranty coverage, battery swap did not fix the issue, return the phone at no charge.

After getting the phone back, observing/realizing that it has an audio ding to the charger connection, which was not there before. Screen is still dark and a short double haptic response when I hold the power button. No images available as teh screen is still dark.

Looking at the experts here to advise on potential failure modes and solutions, repair approaches to help with.

thanks in advance, best regards.

⟐ Commented januari 20, 2026 at 23:19 MST

Google Pixel 6a: My Pixel 6a got water damage and after drying the screen is glitched.

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 19:27:27 -0700

Basically my parents told me to give my little brother my phone to entertain him in the car but when we got home he thought it would be funny to flush it in the toilet. It worked at first I powered offand let it dry but the screen is green and purple glitched now at the top with black nothing at the bottom. I can get it replaced fairly easily but theres quite a few photos I would like to get back. It's locked tho so I can't enter my password. Is there anyway to enter the password without the screen or otherwise recover my photos while locked. I legit do not care about anything except file recovery.

⟐ Answered december 20, 2025 at 19:27 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Oh no! I have used my pick and gone in to the wrong slot of the beze

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:32:29 -0700

Help please. I have used a pick and went into the wrong slit on the screen of my 6a. I was replacing a battery. All bought from ifixit this week, including the ifixit tool kit. Yes I now have replaced the battery but the screen needs fixing to the bezel. Can any one help please. All working apart from screen being loose. I have the template with glue strip on it, can I use that to repair. Thank you.

⟐ Commented december 10, 2025 at 16:32 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Is adhesive included with replacement battery?

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 13:48:29 -0700

I want to replace the battery in my Google Pixel 6a. Is there any adhesive included with the battery? (I'm ordering the batter only, as I don't need the repair kit)

⟐ Answer accepted november 28, 2025 at 13:48 MST

Google Pixel 6a: What's the distinction between GB17L and other models?

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:19:42 -0700

I've got a refurbished 6a GB17L (the Japan model), which is part of the batch of bad batteries. It seems like nobody is willing to claim that the GB17L has a battery that's replaceable. Google wouldn't do the repair themselves, and the battery kit from iFixit is not compatible with the GB17L.

What's the distinction? Does anybody know if there is a different battery model used in this phone?

⟐ Commented november 20, 2025 at 4:19 MST

Google Pixel 6a: Shop to replace battery in Valencia (Spain)?

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 01:48:24 -0700

I have bought a replacement battery, but I cannot find a reliable shop in Valencia, Spain. Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance!

⟐ Answer accepted november 17, 2025 at 1:48 MST

Google Pixel 6a: display seperated from the frame with the hooks

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 10:44:35 -0700

I was replacing my battery on my Pixel 6a. But while pushing on the vacuum cup the complete display was separated from the frame with the hooks:

it seems that the frame with the hooks that will fit into the complete frame is also glued.

https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/...

So the display is removed on the red and orange.

Can I fix it, or do I need to order a new display?

I have found this: https://4phones.eu/products/google-pixel... but I don't find any shop that sell the frame with the hooks or how to glue the display to the frame with the hooks :(

⟐ Answered oktober 11, 2025 at 10:44 MST