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Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement guide for the Samsung Galaxy Note 4
Before you begin
Tools
- Plastic opening tool
- Spudger tool
- Anti-static wrist strap
- Clean workspace mat
- Precision tweezers
Parts / materials
- Replacement Galaxy Note 4 battery
- Isopropyl alcohol (90%+)
- Cotton swabs
Safety
- Power off the device completely before beginning the procedure.
- Do not puncture, bend, or apply excessive pressure to the lithium-ion battery.
- Store the old battery in a cool, dry place until proper recycling.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Power down the device
1 minPress and hold the Power button on the right edge of the phone. Select 'Power off' on the screen and wait for the device to shut down completely.
- 2
Remove the S Pen stylus
1 minPress the end of the S Pen to release the locking mechanism. Slide the S Pen completely out of its slot at the bottom of the phone.
- 3
Locate the rear cover notch
1 minFind the small pry notch located on the top left edge of the phone near the Power button.
- 4
Unclip the top edge of the cover
1 minInsert a plastic opening tool or fingernail into the pry notch. Gently twist the tool to detach the top plastic clips of the rear panel.
- 5
Release the side perimeter clips
1 minSlide the plastic opening tool down along the left and right edges of the phone frame. Disengage all retaining clips securing the rear panel.
- 6
Separate the rear cover
1 minLift the rear cover away from the phone chassis and set it aside.
- 7
Locate the battery removal notch
1 minIdentify the small recessed notch located at the bottom edge of the battery compartment.
- 8
Pry up the old battery
1 minInsert a plastic spudger or fingernail into the battery notch. Lift the bottom end of the battery upward out of the housing.
- 9
Remove the battery from the frame
1 minGrasp the lifted edge of the battery and pull it out of the compartment completely.
- 10
Inspect the contact pins
1 minExamine the four gold spring contact pins in the top right corner of the battery recess for corrosion or bending.
- 11
Clean the battery terminals
2 minDampen a cotton swab with 90%+ isopropyl alcohol. Gently wipe the gold battery connector pins to remove dust or residue.
- 12
Prepare the replacement battery
1 minUnpack the new replacement battery and verify that its four gold contacts match the alignment of the original unit.
- 13
Align the replacement battery contacts
1 minPosition the top end of the replacement battery so its golden terminals align with the contact pins in the phone compartment.
- 14
Seat the new battery
1 minPress the bottom of the battery down firmly into the compartment until it lies flat inside the housing.
- 15
Align the rear cover tabs
1 minPosition the rear cover over the back of the phone, aligning the camera opening with the camera lens module.
- 16
Snap the rear cover into place
1 minPress firmly along the outer edges and center of the rear cover until all plastic clips snap securely shut.
- 17
Reinsert the S Pen stylus
1 minSlide the S Pen back into its bottom slot until it clicks into place flush with the frame.
- 18
Verify phone operation and charge
2 minConnect the original Micro-USB charger to the phone to confirm charging activity, then power on the device.
After your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 battery replacement
Power the Galaxy Note 4 back on and test the battery replacement function before you put every screw away. Check touch/display response, charging, cameras, buttons, and wireless as relevant to this repair. If something fails after closing the device, reopen carefully and reseat the connectors for this Samsung Galaxy Note 4 job before assuming the part is defective. Keep leftover adhesive and screws labeled in case you need a second pass.
Keep learning
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