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Canon EOS 40D Battery Replacement

Introduction

Follow this guide to replace the battery for the Canon EOS 40D. Make sure your battery is fully charged and it's the correct model if you have purchased a new battery. The battery should be a BP-511A Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, BP-514 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, BP-511 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, or BP-512 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery. With a BG-E2N battery grip or a BG-E2 battery grip, size-AA batteries can also be used.

What you need

  1. Canon EOS 40D Battery Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the camera below the shutter button.

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  3. Canon EOS 40D Battery Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Find the marked arrow on the battery compartment cover labeled "BATT. OPEN". Slide the lever following the arrow's direction and lift at the same time to release the latch.

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  4. Canon EOS 40D Battery Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Release the lever and allow the battery compartment cover to completely open.

    • Remove the battery.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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