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This guide will teach you how to replace the battery for your Sony WH-1000MX5 headset. The headset uses lithium-ion batteries, which can swell.
In the event the battery looks swollen or hot to touch, stop and read this guide on how to handle a swollen battery
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crwdns2935267:0crwdne2935267:0iFixit Opening Tool$1.99
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Place the edge of an iFixit opening tool under the earpad cushion.
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Slide it alongside the edge of the cushion until it detaches from the rest of the headphones.
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crwdns2935267:0crwdne2935267:0Phillips #000 Screwdriver$5.49
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Use a Phillips #000 screwdriver to remove the eight screws along the outer inside edge.
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Flip the headphones to the other side and slowly lift up the back plastic cover piece.
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Gently disconnect the touch sensor ribbon cable by pulling it out evenly from the main board.
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Peel off the tape covering the battery connector.
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Pull out the battery and disconnect the battery cable from the motherboard.
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To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
For optimal performance, after completing this guide, calibrate your newly installed battery.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.
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Hey folks, thanks for taking the time to layout this procedure. These headphones are amazing, and this really helps me get my friends onboard.