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Samsung Galaxy S5 Active Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement guide for the Samsung Galaxy S5 Active
Before you begin
Tools
- Plastic prying tools
- Spudger tool
- Cotton swabs
- Anti-static wrist strap
- Clean micro-fiber cloth
Parts / materials
- Replacement Galaxy S5 Active Battery
- 99% Isopropyl alcohol
Safety
- Power off the device completely before opening the battery compartment.
- Do not bend, puncture, or apply excessive force to the lithium-ion battery.
- Handle old or swollen batteries carefully and dispose of them at an authorized recycling center.
- Allow isopropyl alcohol to dry completely before installing components or powering on the phone.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Power off the device
1 minPress and hold the Power button on the right edge of the device. Tap 'Power off' on the screen and wait for the phone to shut down completely.
- 2
Locate the rear cover recess
1 minFind the small pry slot located at the top edge near the corner of the back cover.
- 3
Pry open the top corner of the back cover
1 minInsert a plastic prying tool or opening pick into the slot. Gently lever the tool upward to release the initial plastic clips.
- 4
Unclip the left edge of the back panel
1 minSlide the plastic prying tool down along the left edge of the back cover. Press lightly inward to pop all retaining tabs loose.
- 5
Unclip the right edge of the back panel
1 minMove the prying tool around to the right edge of the cover. Gently pry along the seam to release the remaining side clips.
- 6
Remove the rear cover completely
1 minLift the rear cover straight off the chassis. Set it aside on a clean, scratch-free surface.
- 7
Inspect the rubber water-resistance seal
1 minExamine the integrated rubber gasket on the inner side of the rear cover. Ensure it is free of dirt, hair, or damage that could compromise water resistance.
- 8
Locate the battery removal notch
1 minFind the small indentation situated at the top edge of the battery recess inside the housing.
- 9
Pry up the old battery
1 minInsert a flat plastic spudger into the battery removal notch. Carefully pry the battery upward out of its compartment.
- 10
Remove the battery from the phone
1 minGrasp the raised top edge of the battery with your fingers. Lift it out of the device completely.
- 11
Clean the terminal contacts
2 minDampen a cotton swab slightly with 99% isopropyl alcohol. Lightly wipe the gold spring contacts inside the battery well to clear debris.
- 12
Insert the replacement battery
1 minAlign the gold contact pads of the new battery with the metal terminal pins inside the device compartment. Lower the battery into place and press down firmly.
- 13
Position the rear cover on the phone
1 minAlign the rear cover with the back of the device, making sure the camera cut-out matches up correctly.
- 14
Snap the rear cover into place
2 minPress firmly along all outer edges and around the center of the rear cover. Listen for clear snapping sounds to ensure a tight, water-resistant seal.
- 15
Power on the smartphone
1 minPress and hold the Power button until the Samsung boot logo appears on the display screen.
- 16
Verify battery charging operation
2 minPlug a micro-USB charging cable into the bottom port. Confirm that the battery charging icon lights up and shows positive current flow.
After your Samsung Galaxy S5 Active battery replacement
Power the Galaxy S5 Active 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 S5 Active job before assuming the part is defective. Keep leftover adhesive and screws labeled in case you need a second pass.
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