Introduction
Use this guide to replace the battery in your Dell Inspiron 3501 Laptop.
For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% before disassembling your device. This reduces the risk of fire if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.
What you need
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Use your Phillips screwdriver to remove the seven screws securing the back cover:
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Three 5 mm-long screws
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Four 7.5 mm-long screws
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Loosen the three captive screws.
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Flip the laptop upright and open the lid so that the keyboard is exposed.
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Insert an opening pick between the front right corner of the back cover and the chassis.
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Pry upward to release the retaining clips holding the cover.
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Repeat this procedure for the opposite corner.
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Insert an opening pick between the front edge of the back cover and the chassis, near the trackpad.
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Pry upward to release the clips along the front edge of the laptop.
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Close the screen to the laptop and flip it over.
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Pull the left side of the back cover away from the frame and remove it.
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Pull the tab on the head of the battery cable away from the socket to disconnect the battery.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three 3.3 mm-long screws securing the battery.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
For optimal performance, calibrate your newly installed battery after completing this guide.
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.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
For optimal performance, calibrate your newly installed battery after completing this guide.
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.
