Acer Chromebook 14 CB3-431-C5FM Battery Replacement

ID: 149244

Description: Released in April 2016, the inexpensive Acer...

Steps:

1. Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the ten screws securing the bottom case:
2. Eight 6.6 mm screws
3. Two 4.2 mm screws

4. With the display hinge facing you, wedge an opening tool between the bottom case and hinge, then gently pry upwards.
5. Pry your way around the perimeter of the bottom case until it fully releases, then lift it up and off.
6. You should feel and hear the tabs releasing as you pry.

7. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 4.5 mm screws.

8. With your fingernail or a spudger, disconnect the battery from the motherboard; there are small protrusions on either side of the connector, and are perfect for wedging your fingernail behind.
9. Lever the battery connector out of its port from both sides of the plug until completely it releases.

10. Grip the battery on both sides, near the motherboard, and lift upwards.
11. The battery should lift out with no resistance.