If you own a Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga laptop and your battery is not performing as it should, you can Fix Your Laptop and replace it. This guide will walk you through the process of Replacing the Battery in a Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga.
Tools Needed
Step-by-Step Guide to Replacing Lenovo Battery
- Turn off your laptop and unplug it from any power source.
- Flip the laptop over so the bottom is facing up.
- Remove the 10 screws around the case and the center screw in the middle.
- Flip the laptop on its side near the hinge, where there’s a small groove. Use your fingernails to pull the back plate off.
- Work your way around the edges to the front of the laptop, which is held in place by several snaps. Gently pull them out.
- Remove the back plate, which contains the battery.
- Unscrew the screw at the top of the battery.
- Lift the battery out by the edge and gently pull on the cable to unplug it from the motherboard.
- Align the cable of your new battery with the motherboard and insert it, ensuring a good fit.
- Align the snap on the bottom of the battery and place it down.
- Reattach the top screw.
- Reattach the bottom plate, starting at the front and applying pressure to re-engage the snaps.
- Work your way around the edges to engage the rest of the snaps.
- Screw the back plate back onto the case.
- Press around the edges to make sure all the snaps are engaged.
Safety Precautions
- Always discharge your battery below 25% before disassembling your device to reduce the risk of a dangerous thermal event if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair.
- If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.
- Replacement of the battery must be done by a Lenovo-authorized repair facility or technician. Only recharge the battery strictly according to instructions included in the product documentation.
Compatible Models
The battery replacement guide is applicable for the following models:
- Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga
- Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga 260 Series
Battery Part Numbers
The compatible battery part numbers are:
- 00HW026
- 00HW027
Remember to purchase a high-quality replacement battery that meets the safety and performance standards required for your Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga.
