Introduction
If you notice that your computer's battery life has significantly decreased or if your computer shut downs unexpectedly, it could be due to a failing battery. Use this guide to remove and replace your battery.
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Position your closed computer on a flat surface, with the back facing up.
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Remove all eight 8 mm Philips #0 screws from the bottom cover.
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Flip over your computer and open it.
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Using a plastic pick, level up the edges of the keyboard by sliding the pick along the gap.
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Apply downward pressure to separate the bottom of the Chromebook and the keyboard.
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Do the same for all 4 sides of the keyboard until it starts to lift.
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Identify the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector.
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Now, disconnect the cable by using the tip of the iFixit opening tool or your fingernail to flip up the small locking flap.
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You can now gently pull out the cable.
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Identify the second cable and the ZIF connector attatching the cable to the motherboard. Then, unclip it with the iFixit opening tool.
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To do this, use the iFixit opening tool to flip up the small locking flap located on the ZIF connector.
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Proceed by gently pulling the cable straight out of the connector to disconnect the cable.
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Once the white cord is removed, this is what it should look like. At this point, you should be able to completely take off the keyboard.
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Lift up the adhesive holding the battery connector.
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Then, pull the battery connector straight towards you.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
