iFixit - Answers With Device "Google Pixel 3"

Google Pixel 3: Why is my phone not showing when I plug it on my computer.

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:54:30 -0700

My phone is stuck on fastboot mode, I want to remove it, the problem is that it's not showing on my computer, what should I do?

Google Pixel 3: dead digitizer after proximity sensor replacement

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 20:49:30 -0700

replaced a dead proximity sensor with a working one and for some reason the digitizer died, even though its flex cable looks fine and not ripped

what's even more funnier, is that it actually worked before replacing the sensor and after replacing it and then booting to system via recovery

right now it doesn't work, but it worked in the morning as I was able to dismiss several alarms

does anybody know what's the cause of the problem?

Google Pixel 3: Pixel 3 only charging one way round

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 16:41:02 -0700

About a year ago my pixel suddenly stopped charging and recognizing any devices on type c. I wiped the port with isopropyl alcohol and cleaned it. After which it began to charge, but only one way round. Charging, as well as type c headphones and other devices, work only on one side of the port. I tried resetting the phone to factory settings, but it didn't change anything. I changed the battery because it was in bad condition and also replaced the type c board. This also did not change anything. Of course, it is time to change the phone, but for now I use it as is and I would like to know what wrong with it anyway. I also attach a screenshot of the message that appears every time I connect something to the port with the broken side.

Google Pixel 3: Microphone not working unless using speaker

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:01:19 -0700

On phone calls noone can hear me unless I put the call on speaker. Any suggestions?

⟐ Commented November 15, 2024 at 2:01 MST

Google Pixel 3: Pixel 3 GPS no longer works

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 13:29:07 -0700

I've got a battered and bruised Pixel 3 that's still holding onto dear life. It is a pixel that's been through a fair few replacement parts

My most recent problem is with the GPS, not sure at what point it stopped working, but I have the following problem:

- GPS does not work with the device only (tried with the "GPS Status" app

- GPS works when connected to the Internet and location is on (not sure exactly why/how)

Upon opening the phone I found one of the 2 coaxial cables looks damaged, with a few minor kinks/breaks, could this be the reason the GPS is not working? Or are the cables not important for GPS (wifi and Bluetooth still work when cables are disconnected).

If the cables aren't the issue, I'd like to know where the GPS hardware is located, and if it's possible to get a replacement (if it's not in the main board)

Update: I have replaced the coaxial cables however this has not made a difference to the device GPS

Thank you

Google Pixel 3: New charging assembly unresponsive to USB-C cord

Wed, 01 May 2024 13:20:51 -0700

My old Pixel 3 never had any repairs done. Just bought my first iFixIt kits: battery & charging assembly. I used them both at the same time to replace both.

Now I am about to seal my phone back up with everything screwed in and I booted the phone up to test it.. it's able to charge wirelessly perfectly fine and load Android but the USB port is completely unresponsive to charging. (note: I also lost the tiniest screw and attachment on the left side of the phone that holds the speaker in place but I don't think that would be too relevant as long as everything else is secured properly. I have a feeling it might be the cable you plug in for the charging assembly on the right underneath the wireless charging piece.)

(also note that this phone had the same problem of being unable to charge via USB-C and only by Qi before I attempted this repairs. It's possible there's another damaged part but I'm not sure where to look & this phone has never been opened before.)

Please give me some ideas for what/how to check! I've already taken it halfway apart again to make sure all cables are securely plugged in but this is my first repair so I can't be certain.

Thanks :)

Google Pixel 3: Why are there three thin red lines on the left side of display?

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:14:24 -0700

After making replacing the battery in Pixel 3 according to ifixit instructions, why are there three thin red vertical lines on the left side of the display?

Google Pixel 3: Replacement battery not working

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 21:54:46 -0700

My phone died a year ago, woke up in the morning and it wouldn't turn on, but would get warm when left to charge. I figured it was the battery as it wasn't holding much of a charge anyway. I just put in a new battery in hopes it would work for my daughter to use it. I haven't fully sealed it back together, as I wanted to check it first, it's still doing the same thing. I've never replaced a battery before, so maybe I did something wrong?

Google Pixel 3: Pixel 3 charging very slowly and indicator not on

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 09:09:07 -0700

Out of the blue my Pixel 3 started charging very slowly with any charger or cable.

Overnight got only to 40% when in safe mode.

Battery icon is not on when charging.

However - if I turn it off and connect the charger, it does turn on.

Can't connect it to my Mac either.

Is it an issue with the port? Battery was fine the previous day, didn't drain fast or anything.

Thank you!

⟐ Edited by author July 28, 2023 at 9:09 MST

Google Pixel 3: Pixel 3 - No signs of life after battery replacement. What to check?

Sat, 01 Jul 2023 14:07:47 -0700

Hello! I just finished installing a new battery into my Pixel 3, but unfortunately am not seeing any signs of life. No vibrations, no screen activity (with/without charger), all while trying different button combos. The old battery wasn't really holding a charge very well but the phone did work. I've reconnected everything 3 times, nothing looks torn or damaged on the phone. The old battery did get its connector damaged during removal so I cannot test with that one.

What would y'all recommend I try next? How can I tell if the new battery is DOA?

Google Pixel 3: WIFI and BLUETOOTH stop working suddenly

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:28:46 -0700

hi so few weeks ago my phone dropped, and the back glass broke, after a while bluetooth and wifi turned off at the same time and didnt start up, i tried restarting the phone some times and then it worked magically, but then after a while same thing happened and this time while restarting it show some software error ( idk how can there a software error after a drop)

so i changed the phone software ( i did it from googles website through chrome, all you have to do is keep the laptop connected with phone select the phone and software version and it will unlock bootloader and install the new software and then lock is back up automatically. )

after this software change the issue did still happen once in few days but very less frequent, but today wifi and bluetooth stop working completely i have tried restarting the device multiple times and now i believe it is a hardware fault so can someone tell me where the wifi and bluetooth are located on board and there anteena are ? so i can check if theres anything wrong with them or not.

⟐ Commented June 28, 2023 at 23:28 MST

Google Pixel 3: Why is my touch screen not working?

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 18:16:18 -0700

I recently replaced the motherboard on my Pixel 3 because of power distribution issues. The replacement motherboard came out of a fully functional Pixel 3 with broken front and back glass. I followed the instructions from this website to the letter. The phone powers up, but the touch screen function does not work.

⟐ Commented June 03, 2023 at 18:16 MST

Google Pixel 3: Is the pixel 3XL camera compatible with the Pixel 3 (non-XL variant)?

Sun, 07 May 2023 11:24:57 -0700

I'm looking to replace the camera on my pixel 3 (non XL variant), and to reduce e-waste, I'm looking into buying a used camera. Does anyone know if the pixel 3XL camera is compatible with the pixel 3? From the repair guide here on ifixit, it looks to be physically the same, but the model numbers on them differ. I'm not sure whether they would be compatible or not.

If anyone knows, that would be greatly appreciated!

Google Pixel 3: No audio on earpiece

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 05:36:49 -0700

So I got a Pixel 3 with no sound on the earpiece, I bought a replacement on Aliexpress and installed it, still no sound, so I bought another 2 pieces and tested them both, still no sound. What can it be? The bottom loudspeaker sounds normal, but the top one refuses to work and I can't find a board diagram anywhere. Any help is appreciated, and sorry, I'm not a native English speaker.

Google Pixel 3: How do I confirm the motherboard is dead?

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 08:44:01 -0700

My Pixel 3 was suddenly dead. At first, I thought it was a battery issue. Unluckily, there is no charging icons after battery replacement, no matter wired or wireless charging. I know it's less likely that both charging units malfunction at the same time. However, I've found that the motherboard seems to have response to wireless charging. My Pixel Stand 2 has charging response as well. The part marked in blue of the motherboard seems warmer than before charging.

How do I tell the motherboard is dead?

⟐ Edited by author July 03, 2022 at 8:44 MST

Google Pixel 3: Device-State: error! after battery replacement

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:37:21 -0700

Just replaced my battery using the ifixit guide. Replacement went smoothly but now I cannot boot up my phone: it get stuck in fastboot mode with the status "Device-State: error! Boot-slot: a Enter Reason: failed to load/verify boot images"

Does anyone have a solution to this issue?

Google Pixel 3: Pixel 3 Battery Connector Broken in Socket

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 11:41:47 -0700

After replacing the battery with one from iFixit, it worked beautifully for two months. Three weeks ago, it began to power cycle with every bump the phone endured and so I opened it up and it appears that the battery connector does not seat and stay in the phone. I believe this to be because the actual male connector is still in the socket and no longer attached to the ribbon cable. I am attaching photos to confirm this before attempting to extract this part to salvage the phone. Please advise on repair options. I will attach photos of the current condition (in the best resolution my old tablet can handle)

⟐ Edited by author February 26, 2022 at 11:41 MST

Google Pixel 3: My power button is too sensitive

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 20:53:01 -0700

My power button wakes the phone up by simply touching it (not pushing it) or sometimes even because of the table vibrations.

Is anyone have a solution or can someone create a tuto to show how to change it?

⟐ Edited January 11, 2022 at 20:53 MST

Google Pixel 3: New Battery, previously working phone, heats circuits but no display

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 17:09:20 -0700

I bought a new battery and back for my Pixel 3, and installed per the directions. Before putting the back on with the fingerprint sensor and charging coil, I thought I’d test it without those 2 parts. There was no display visible, whether by trying to turn it on or by plugging in a charging cable. The concerning thing is that it heats up the large metal part on the circuit board, so the battery is draining with no display visible before trying to turn it on, with or without the charging cable. Has anyone ever experienced this? Where is the most likely short?

⟐ Commented August 02, 2021 at 17:09 MST

Google Pixel 3: Replacement USB-C port: no audio, and one way cable orientation issues

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 10:56:54 -0700

Hi All,

I recently replaced the battery and usb port on my pixel 3 using the IFIXIT kits.

-Battery: old one was draining very rapidly

-USB port: old one was no longer working for audio (tested with usbc-aux dongle, and directly with usbc pixel buds)

Results:

-Battery is only slightly better, so I have to assume there is another hardware or software issue here

But I have a more specific question about the USB-C port:

Question 1:

The replacement port also does not transmit audio, adjusting usb settings in the developer options menu did not fix this. Restarting didn’t help, and would try a factory reset but hesitant unless anyone else has had success. Any ideas?

Question 2:

USB charging worked with the new replacement immediately, but now, after 3 days, I can only charge with one orientation of the charging cables (tried 3 different cables, all only work in one orientation). I doubt this could be damage to the port so soon after replacement. Has anyone else experienced this and any ideas for a fix?

Thanks for reading.