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Introduction |
| This guide shows how to open the Motorola Moto Z in order to replace an old or dead battery. | | | Before you begin, '''discharge your battery below 25%'''. A charged lithium-ion battery can catch fire and/or explode if accidentally punctured. | | '''If your battery is swollen, do not heat your phone'''. If needed, you can use a dropper or syringe to inject isopropyl alcohol (90+%) around the edges of the back cover to weaken the adhesive. Swollen batteries can be very dangerous, so wear eye protection and exercise due caution, or take it to a professional if you're not sure how to proceed. | | If your battery is swollen, [[What to do with a swollen battery|take appropriate precautions|new_window=true]]. | | | '''The display assembly is extremely fragile and has no reinforcement.''' Work slowly and methodically when handling the display assembly. |
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