ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY Battery Replacement

ID: 149470

Description: This guide is for replacing the battery of the...

Steps:

1. Turn off the laptop.
2. Disconnect the charging cable.
3. Failure to disconnect the charging cable and power down the computer could result in personal or property damage.
4. Flip the laptop so the back is facing up.

5. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the five 6 mm screws that secure the back panel.
6. Use the same screwdriver to remove the six 13 mm screws securing the back panel.

7. Insert the plastic opening tool at a corner and pry up along the edges, leaving the back side with the hinges for last.
8. Do not insert the opening tool too far into the laptop to avoid damaging internal components.

9. Gently lift up the back panel to release any remaining clips on the side with the hinges and remove the panel.

10. Using an ESD-safe spudger, disconnect the battery connector by pulling the plug away from its port.

11. Remove the 6 mm screw holding the battery in place using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
12. Avoid cutting, puncturing, or otherwise damaging the battery. Li-ion batteries can combust or explode if damaged.

13. Use a spudger to pry the retaining pin into the closed position to allow the battery frame to be removed.

14. Lift the battery up out of the computer.