Battery Replacement Process
Preliminary Requirements
Required Tools and Components
Tools
• T6 (Torx) driver
• Anti-static wrist strap (1 MOhm resistance)
• Soft ESD safe mat
• Microfiber / lint free cloth
• Gloves
• Safety glasses
• Bucket of sand (1 gallon)
• Clean, dry, untreated sand (0.5 gallons)
• Cotton swab
• Plastic pry tool (spudger)
• Plastic tweezers
Components
• Bumper (Refer to Illustrated Service Parts List)
• Battery Lid Screw (PN) Qty. 4
Prerequisite Steps
Discharge the battery
For devices with rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that power on, fully discharge the battery
before beginning repair. To expedite the battery discharge process:
• Connect the controller to a device wirelessly.
• Operate the device in wireless mode until the battery is fully discharged and the device
powers off.
Remove Top Case
Remove the top case as detailed in the Procedure – Removal (Top Case) for the appropriate
device. (page 14)