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Introduction |
Follow this guide if you need to replace the battery of your Asus ZenFone 5. | | If your Asus ZenFone 5 [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Device/Asus_zenfone_5#Section_Troubleshooting|has lost its ability to hold a charge], you most likely have a dead battery, which requires replacement. | | The battery is one of the most important parts of the phone and often needs replacement. A battery that needs to be replaced will often lose charging ability and charge retention, and the phone will often overheat if the battery is worn out. | | A functional battery provides power to your cellphone. Eventually, cellphone batteries will rapidly drain after going through a repeated amount of charge cycles. If you notice that your charged battery is draining more quickly than usual, consider calibrating your battery to determine an accurate charging capacity. If you continue to notice significant drops in battery percentage, you should replace your battery. | | This guide shows the use of metal tools in close vicinity to the battery. Choose to use plastic, ESD-safe tools for the opening procedure in order to greatly reduce the risk of a battery puncture. | | Make sure to power down your device before you begin. Use ESD safe tools when accessing the battery. ESD safe tools greatly reduce the risk puncturing the battery. A punctured battery can cause a dangerous fire. If your battery is swollen, [[What to do with a swollen battery|take appropriate precautions.]] |
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