Step-by-step

1. 1

   Power off the device

   1 min

   Press and hold the Power button on the back of the phone, then tap 'Power off' on the screen. Ensure the device is fully shut down before proceeding.

2. 2

   Attach ESD wrist strap

   1 min

   Put on your anti-static wrist strap and clip the ground wire to a grounded metal object to prevent electrostatic discharge.

3. 3

   Press rear cover release button

   1 min

   Locate the small mechanical release button on the lower right edge of the phone frame. Press down firmly on the button to pop up the back cover corner.

4. 4

   Remove rear aluminum cover

   1 min

   Grasp the freed corner of the aluminum back plate and lift it away from the phone body. Set the back cover aside in a safe spot.

5. 5

   Locate battery removal notch

   1 min

   Find the small indentation near the bottom edge of the battery well. This recess provides leverage for lifting the battery.

6. 6

   Insert spudger into notch

   1 min

   Insert the flat end of a plastic spudger or your fingernail directly into the battery removal notch.

7. 7

   Pry battery upward

   1 min

   Gently lever the spudger upward to dislodge the battery from its recessed housing.

8. 8

   Remove original battery

   1 min

   Lift the old battery completely out of the phone frame. Place it on your work mat away from metallic objects.

9. 9

   Inspect battery contact pins

   1 min

   Examine the four spring-loaded gold contact pins in the upper corner of the battery compartment. Ensure none are bent, recessed, or damaged.

10. 10

    Clean gold contact terminals

    2 min

    Lightly moisten a cotton swab with 90%+ isopropyl alcohol and gently wipe the gold contact pins to remove any dust or oils.

11. 11

    Inspect new battery

    1 min

    Check your replacement battery for any signs of swelling, denting, or missing insulation wraps before installation.

12. 12

    Align battery contacts

    1 min

    Orient the replacement battery so its four gold pads match the position of the contact pins in the battery housing.

13. 13

    Press new battery into bay

    1 min

    Lower the contact side of the battery in first, then push the bottom end down into the bay until it rests flat.

14. 14

    Align rear cover tabs

    1 min

    Place the top edge of the aluminum rear cover against the top of the phone frame, aligning the retention tabs.

15. 15

    Snap rear cover into place

    1 min

    Press firmly along the sides and bottom of the back cover until all clips engage and lock the release button.

16. 16

    Connect charger

    2 min

    Plug the phone into its original USB-C charger and allow it to charge uninterrupted to 100% to calibrate the new battery controller.