Nintendo Switch Battery Replacement (2)

Gerät: Nintendo Switch
Schwierigkeit: Mittel
Geschätzte Dauer: ⏱ 45 min

Follow this guide to replace an old and degraded battery in the Nintendo Switch game console.

The Nintendo Switch uses JIS screws, which are slightly different than Phillips. We don’t recommend using Phillips drivers for JIS screws; however, iFixit Phillips bits are specifically designed to be compatible with JIS screws. If you use a non-iFixit Phillips driver, you risk stripping the screws.

When you remove the shield plate, you’ll need to replace the thermal compound between the plate and the heatsink. Normal thermal paste isn't designed to bridge large gaps, so you'll need thermal putty or viscous thermal paste.

This guide, and the part we sell, are compatible with the original Nintendo Switch model released in 2017, as well as the newer refreshed model released in 2019 (model numbers HAC-001 and HAC-001(-01), respectively).

For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% before disassembling your Switch. This reduces the risk of a fire hazard if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

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Werkzeuge

iFixit Opening Picks (Set of 6) Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Isopropyl Alcohol Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
JIS 00 Screwdriver Bit Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Microfiber Cleaning Cloths Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Plastic Cards Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Spudger Verfügbarkeit: Bestellbar Im Shop ansehen →
Thermal Paste Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Tri-point Y00 Screwdriver Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Tweezers Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →

Ersatzteile

iFixit Thermal Putty Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Nintendo Switch Micro SD Card Reader Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Nintendo Switch Rear Panel Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Nintendo Switch Replacement Battery Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Nintendo Switch Shield Plate Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →
Precut Double-Sided Adhesive Card Verfügbarkeit: Externe Bezugsquelle Bei iFixit kaufen →

Anleitung

Release the Joy Con controller locking tabs
Hinweis: Note Before you begin this repair, make sure the device is completely powered off.

Press and hold down the small round button on the back of the Joy Con controller.

While you hold down the button, slide the controller upward.
Remove the Joy Con controllers
Continue sliding the Joy Con upward until it's completely removed from the console.

Hinweis: Note Repeat this same process for the other Joy Con.
Remove the back-side screws
Use a Y00 screwdriver to remove the four 6.3 mm-long screws securing the rear panel.

Hinweis: Note Throughout this repair, <a href="https://www.ifixit.com/en-eu/products/magnetic-project-mat" target="_blank" class="product-link">keep track of each screw</a> and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from.

Hinweis: Note If you do happen to strip one of the four 6.3 mm-long Y00 screws, If you are lucky and careful, you may be able to use a Y0 bit to remove the screw(s). Please note that if you do attempt this, a bit of extra pressure will need to be applied to the screwdriver so that the screwdriver bit catches the screw.

Vorsicht: Caution If you do end up removing the stripped screw with this method, PLEASE do not reuse the screw again and instead replace the screw.
Remove the top and bottom screws
Use a JIS 00 driver to remove the following screws securing the rear panel:

One 2.5 mm-long screw on the top edge of the device

Two 2.5 mm-long screws on the bottom edge of the device

Hinweis: Note To prevent these tight screws from <a href="https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+to+Remove+a+Stripped+Screw/13213">stripping</a>, apply firm downward force, work slowly, and try another JIS 00 driver if the screws won't come out. Make sure the driver is fully inserted.

Hinweis: Note You can use a Phillips #000 screwdriver in a pinch, but you risk damaging or <a href="https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+to+Remove+a+Stripped+Screw/13213">stripping the screws</a>. Push down firmly on the screwdriver and twist slowly. Often, switching drivers may help, even if they are the same size.
Remove the center side screws
Use a JIS 00 driver to remove the two 3.8 mm center screws on the sides of the device (one on each side).
Step 6
Use your finger to flip up the kickstand on the back of the device.

If there's a microSD card in the microSD card slot, remove it now before you continue to the next step.
Remove the kickstand well screw
Use a JIS 00 driver to remove the 1.6 mm screw in the kickstand well.

Close the kickstand.
Remove the rear panel
Open the game card cartridge flap.

Hinweis: Note The game card cartridge flap attaches to the other half of the plastic shell, preventing you from completely lifting up the rear panel if it's closed.

Lift the rear panel straight up from the bottom of the device and remove it.

Hinweis: Note Don't tilt it upwards while opening or else you risk breaking the plastic tabs on the top edge of the panel.
Remove the microSD card reader
Use a JIS 00 driver to remove the 3.1 mm screw securing the microSD card reader to the device.
Step 10
Use your fingers or a pair of tweezers to lift the microSD card reader straight up from the device to disconnect and remove it.

Erinnerung: Reminder During reassembly, make sure the press connector underneath the foam pad is firmly connected to the motherboard. It may help to remove the foam pad before reinstalling the card reader.
Remove the shield plate
Use a JIS 00 driver to remove the six 3 mm screws securing the shield plate to the device.
Step 12
Use your fingers or a pair of tweezers to peel back the piece of foam on the top edge of the device near the fan exhaust port.

Vorsicht: Caution If the foam doesn't easily peel away, don't force it as it might end up tearing. Carefully peel at different spots to pull back the foam.
Step 13
Insert a spudger underneath the shield plate along the edge of the device.

Pry up to lift the shield plate and remove it from the device.

Hinweis: Note You may feel a bit of resistance. This is normal, since the shield plate is slightly bonded to the heat sink with thermal paste.

Hinweis: Note A thick pink thermal compound bridges the gap between the shield plate and the copper heat sink underneath. This helps prevent the Switch from overheating.

You can reuse the pink thermal compound if you're careful. Keep the compound clean and make sure it makes solid contact between the heat sink and the shield during reassembly.

If you need to replace it, refer to our thermal paste guide to remove the old thermal compound and replace it with an appropriate compound, such as thermal putty or K5 Pro, during reassembly.
Disconnect the battery
Use the point of a spudger to pry the battery connector straight up and out of its socket on the motherboard.
Remove the battery
Apply a few drops of adhesive remover or high-concentration (90% or higher) isopropyl alcohol inside the battery well along the top edge to weaken the adhesive.

Hinweis: Note If you are using adhesive remover, <a href="https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/iFixit+Adhesive+Remover+Preparation/118537" target="_blank">follow these preparation steps first</a>.
Step 16
Tilt the top edge of the device upward to allow the isopropyl alcohol to work its way underneath the battery.

Hold for 1-2 minutes to allow time for the isopropyl alcohol to weaken the adhesive.
Step 17
Insert an opening pick into the gap between the battery and the wall of the battery well.

Carefully dig the tip of the opening pick underneath the battery and slide it along the edge to begin slicing the adhesive.

Vorsicht: Caution Take care not to puncture or bend the battery with your tool—a punctured or bent battery may leak dangerous chemicals or cause a thermal event.
Step 18
Leave the opening pick in place and apply a few more drops of adhesive remover or isopropyl alcohol inside the battery well.

Tilt the top edge of the device upward and wait 1-2 minutes for the isopropyl alcohol to weaken the adhesive.
Step 19
Continue sliding the opening pick deeper along the top edge of the battery, slicing more of the adhesive underneath.
Step 20
Once there's enough room, insert a plastic card underneath the battery and slowly pry the battery up.

Hinweis: Note You may need to apply more isopropyl alcohol if you have difficulty prying.

Vorsicht: Caution Be careful not to bend the battery as you pry.

Remove the battery.

Vorsicht: Caution Do not reuse the battery after it has been removed, as doing so is a potential safety hazard. Replace it with a new battery.
Step 21
Use adhesive remover or isopropyl alcohol and a microfiber cloth to clean up any remaining adhesive left behind in the battery well before you install the new battery.

Hinweis: Note If your new battery does not come with pre-installed adhesive, <a href="https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/How+to+Use+a+Pre-Cut+Adhesive+Sheet/113604" target="_blank">follow this guide to install pre-cut adhesive</a> on the bottom of the battery.