Step-by-step

1. 1

   Power off the Surface Pro 10

   1 min

   Shut down the device completely and disconnect the Surface Connect charger and all external peripherals.

2. 2

   Heat the screen perimeter

   3 min

   Apply a heat gun or heated pad around the outer glass edges for two minutes to soften the display adhesive.

3. 3

   Attach suction cup to screen

   2 min

   Place a suction cup near the top edge of the display and gently pull up to create a small gap.

4. 4

   Insert opening pick

   2 min

   Slide a thin plastic opening pick into the gap under the glass to slice through the adhesive seal.

5. 5

   Slice remaining display adhesive

   5 min

   Move the pick carefully around all four edges, keeping it shallow to avoid damaging flex cables.

6. 6

   Hinge open the display assembly

   2 min

   Gently tilt the screen open from the top edge like a book to access the internal display connectors.

7. 7

   Unscrew the display cable shield

   2 min

   Remove the T3 Torx screws securing the metal shield over the display connectors.

8. 8

   Disconnect the display cables

   2 min

   Use a plastic spudger to pry the display press connectors straight up from the mainboard.

9. 9

   Remove the display screen

   1 min

   Set the freed display screen aside in a safe, dust-free location.

10. 10

    Unscrew the mainboard shield covers

    4 min

    Remove the T3 Torx screws holding the thermal shielding over the battery connector and board.

11. 11

    Disconnect the battery cable

    2 min

    Pry the battery connector up from the logic board to cut all power to the system.

12. 12

    Apply adhesive remover to battery

    3 min

    Apply a few drops of battery adhesive remover under the edges of the battery cells.

13. 13

    Wait for solvent reaction

    2 min

    Allow the adhesive remover to sit for two minutes to dissolve the strong glue under the battery.

14. 14

    Pry up the battery cells

    5 min

    Slide a wide plastic card or spudger flat beneath the battery cells to gradually separate them from the frame.

15. 15

    Remove the old battery

    2 min

    Lift the degraded battery out of the frame and dispose of it at a certified electronics recycler.

16. 16

    Clean residual adhesive

    3 min

    Wipe the battery bay clean using isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth to remove old residue.

17. 17

    Apply new battery adhesive

    2 min

    Lay down fresh double-sided adhesive strips into the battery recess on the aluminum chassis.

18. 18

    Position and secure the new battery

    2 min

    Align the replacement battery over the bay and press down firmly to set it into the adhesive.

19. 19

    Plug in the battery connector

    2 min

    Press the battery cable connector firmly onto the motherboard header until it snaps into place.

20. 20

    Reattach display flex cables

    3 min

    Connect the screen cables back onto the mainboard and reinstall the metal protective shield with its screws.

21. 21

    Apply pre-cut screen adhesive

    3 min

    Position fresh pre-cut adhesive strips along the inner frame perimeter before sealing the screen.

22. 22

    Seal the display glass

    2 min

    Align the display glass with the frame and press evenly along the borders to secure the adhesive bond.