Step-by-step

1. 1

   Power off the device

   1 min

   Press and hold the power button until the options menu appears on screen. Tap 'Power off' and wait for the screen to turn completely black.

2. 2

   Attach anti-static wrist strap

   1 min

   Secure an anti-static wrist strap around your wrist and connect the clip to a grounded metal surface. This prevents electrostatic discharge from damaging internal components.

3. 3

   Locate the back cover notch

   1 min

   Position the phone face down on a soft surface. Find the small opening notch on the bottom edge of the rear cover.

4. 4

   Pry up the back cover corner

   1 min

   Insert a plastic opening tool into the bottom notch. Gently twist the tool to release the initial plastic retaining clips.

5. 5

   Unsnap the lower edge

   1 min

   Slide a plastic opening pick along the bottom edge of the phone. Apply light upward pressure to release all bottom snaps.

6. 6

   Release the side clips

   2 min

   Guide the opening pick up the left side of the rear panel. Continue along the right side until all perimeter clips disengage.

7. 7

   Lift away the back cover

   1 min

   Grasp the freed edges of the plastic back cover. Lift it straight up away from the chassis and set it aside.

8. 8

   Locate the battery recess notch

   1 min

   Find the small indentation located at the bottom rim of the battery bay. This area provides clearance for prying out the cell.

9. 9

   Pry the battery upward

   1 min

   Insert the flat end of a plastic opening tool into the battery notch. Lever the old battery upward out of its housing.

10. 10

    Remove the old battery

    1 min

    Grasp the raised end of the battery with your fingers. Lift it completely out of the phone compartment and set it aside safely.

11. 11

    Inspect the battery bay

    1 min

    Examine the interior tray for any dust, dirt, or foreign matter. Ensure the gold contact terminals are intact and free of damage.

12. 12

    Dampen a cotton swab

    1 min

    Apply a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to the tip of a clean cotton swab. Ensure the swab is damp rather than dripping wet.

13. 13

    Clean the terminal pins

    1 min

    Gently wipe the gold connector pins inside the battery compartment with the dampened swab. Allow the alcohol to dry completely.

14. 14

    Unpack the new battery

    1 min

    Remove your new replacement GK40 battery from its protective packaging. Inspect its casing for any physical defects or swelling.

15. 15

    Clean the new battery contacts

    1 min

    Lightly clean the gold contact pads on the new battery using your alcohol swab. This guarantees a clean electrical connection.

16. 16

    Align the battery contacts

    1 min

    Hold the new battery at an angle with the gold contacts facing down. Match the contacts on the battery with the gold spring pins in the chassis.

17. 17

    Seat the new battery

    1 min

    Lower the top edge of the battery into place first so the contacts touch. Press the bottom half down into the bay until flush.

18. 18

    Position the back cover

    1 min

    Align the plastic back cover over the back of the phone. Ensure the camera lens opening lines up with the rear camera assembly.

19. 19

    Snap the cover perimeter

    1 min

    Press firmly around the outer edges of the rear cover. Work your way around until all plastic clips snap securely into place.

20. 20

    Verify rear cover flushness

    1 min

    Check along all four sides of the device to confirm there are no gaps. Press down on any raised spots until you hear a click.

21. 21

    Connect the wall charger

    2 min

    Plug a Micro-USB charging cable into the bottom port of the device. Verify that the charging icon appears on the screen.

22. 22

    Power on the phone

    2 min

    Press and hold the power button until the Motorola boot logo appears. Verify normal operation once the phone reaches the home screen.