HP Chromebook x360 14c-ca0053 Battery Replacement

Introduction

This guide outlines how to remove the battery of an HP Chromebook x360 14c-ca0053. The battery supplies power to the entire device and is a very vital part, so it is important to replace it if it is malfunctioning or not working entirely. Lagging, black screen, and frequent shut-downs could be indicative of a malfunctioning battery.

What you need

Step 1 Lower Case

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Tool used on this step:

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Use tweezers to apply light pressure on the outer sides of the 2 small screw covers located near the bottom of the device.
Rotate the covers until they pop up out of the screw socket enough to remove them with tweezers.

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Step 2

Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 3.5 mm screws.

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Step 3

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Use tweezers to peel back the feet on the top and bottom of the Chromebook to reveal four additional screws.

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Step 4

Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the 4 7 mm screws located at each corner of the device under the grips.

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Step 5

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Insert an opening pick between lower case and chassis.
Separate the lower case from the frame by sliding the opening pick along the perimeter until the case releases.

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