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Samsung Galaxy S1 Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement guide for the Samsung Galaxy S1
Before you begin
Tools
- Anti-static wrist strap
- Clean workspace mat
- Plastic prying tools
- Spudger tool
Parts / materials
- Replacement battery (EB575152VU)
- Isopropyl alcohol (90%+)
- Cotton swabs
Safety
- Do not puncture, bend, or apply force to lithium-ion batteries.
- Ensure the device is fully turned off before removing or inserting batteries.
- Avoid using sharp metal objects near exposed battery contacts to prevent short circuits.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Power down phone
1 minPress and hold the Power button on the right side of the device. Tap 'Power off' on the screen and wait for the display to turn completely black.
- 2
Set up workspace
1 minPut on your anti-static wrist strap and place the Galaxy S1 face down on a clean workspace mat.
- 3
Locate back cover notch
1 minIdentify the small pry seam located near the top edge of the plastic rear cover.
- 4
Pry rear panel loose
1 minInsert a plastic prying tool into the top seam of the rear panel. Gently lever upward to disengage the top retention clips.
- 5
Release perimeter clips
2 minSlide a plastic opening tool along the left and right edges to unclip the rear panel from the chassis.
- 6
Remove rear panel
1 minLift the plastic rear cover straight off the back of the phone and set it aside.
- 7
Locate battery recessed slot
1 minFind the small finger notch located at the bottom edge of the battery compartment.
- 8
Remove original battery
1 minInsert your fingernail or a plastic spudger into the bottom notch. Pry the battery up and lift it out of the recess.
- 9
Inspect terminal pins
1 minExamine the three gold-plated battery connector pins in the upper corner of the bay for dust or corrosion.
- 10
Clean contact pins
2 minLightly dampen a cotton swab with isopropyl alcohol and gently wipe the gold contact terminals. Allow thirty seconds to dry.
- 11
Unpack new battery
1 minRemove the replacement battery from its protective anti-static packaging.
- 12
Align replacement battery
1 minOrient the new battery so its metallic contacts align directly with the gold connector pins inside the housing.
- 13
Insert new battery
1 minPress the top edge containing the contacts down first, then push the bottom end until the battery sits flat.
- 14
Align rear panel
1 minPosition the plastic rear panel over the back of the phone, aligning the camera opening with the rear camera lens.
- 15
Snap rear panel closed
1 minPress firmly along all outer edges of the rear panel until every plastic tab snaps into place.
- 16
Boot up device
2 minPress and hold the Power button until the Samsung logo appears on screen to confirm operational power.
- 17
Calibrate new battery
15 minConnect the micro-USB cable and charge the device to 100% without interruption to calibrate the new cell.
After your Samsung Galaxy S1 battery replacement
Power the Galaxy S1 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 S1 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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