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Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement

Introduction

Follow this guide to replace a worn-out or dead battery in your Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8‑inch).

Your laptop's lithium-ion battery has a limited lifespan. If your Surface Laptop 7 doesn't hold a charge, dies unexpectedly, or requires more frequent charging, it might be time to replace the battery.

If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

What you need

  1. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Prepare your laptop for disassembly: step 1, image 1 of 3 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Prepare your laptop for disassembly: step 1, image 2 of 3 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Prepare your laptop for disassembly: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Before starting this repair, allow your laptop's battery to drain below 25%. A charged battery may catch fire if damaged.

    • Unplug all cables and fully shut down your laptop.

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    • Close your laptop and lay it down so the rubber feet are facing up.

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  3. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the feet: step 3, image 1 of 3 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the feet: step 3, image 2 of 3 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the feet: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Gently slide one arm of your angled tweezers into the recess near the upper right edge of one of the feet.

    • You can also use the point of a spudger. However, you're more likely to damage the foot, if you're reusing it.

    • Use your tweezers to pry up and remove the foot.

    • The feet may eject very quickly—be careful not to lose them.

    • Repeat the process to remove the remaining feet.

    • To install a foot, align the pegs on the bottom with their cutouts in the frame and press the foot into place.

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  4. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the lower case screws: step 4, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the lower case screws: step 4, image 2 of 2
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    • Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from.

    • While the Surface Laptop 7 uses Torx Plus screws, standard Torx bits work. Make sure to apply constant, downward force to prevent stripping.

    • Use a Torx Plus 5IP screwdriver to remove the four 4.5 mm‑long screws (with washers) securing the lower case.

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    • Insert the tip of an opening pick under the top edge of the lower case, about an inch (2.5 cm) to the left or right of the Microsoft logo.

    • Don't insert the pick near the outer edges or you'll damage the antenna bar.

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    • Twist the pick to lift the lower case enough that you can grip it with your hand.

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  8. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the lower case: step 7, image 1 of 3 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the lower case: step 7, image 2 of 3 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the lower case: step 7, image 3 of 3

    • Lift the lower case and remove it.

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  9. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 8, image 1 of 3 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 8, image 2 of 3 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Disconnect the battery: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Use a Torx Plus 3IP screwdriver to remove the two 2.3 mm‑long screws securing the battery connector cover.

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    • Use tweezers or your fingers to remove the battery connector cover.

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    • Insert the flat end of a spudger under the top edge of the battery press connector and pry up to disconnect it.

    • To reconnect a press connector, align it over the socket and gently press down on one side until it clicks into place, then press down on the other side. It may take a few tries to align the connector—don't try to force it into place.

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  12. Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the battery: step 11, image 1 of 2 Microsoft Surface Laptop 7 (13.8-inch) Battery Replacement, Remove the battery: step 11, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Torx Plus 5IP screwdriver to remove the eight 5.4 mm‑long screws securing the battery.

    • Be very careful not to puncture the battery with your screwdriver.

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    • Lift the battery and remove it.

    • If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

    • Never reuse a deformed or damaged battery—it's a fire hazard. Replace it with a new battery.

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Conclusion

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

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.

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2 Guide Comments

Anybody knows how to get the IP screw drivers? I just seem to find the Tork screwdrivers, but not the Tork + IP2 to 6 like it is recommended on the repair guide by Microsoft on YouTube.

Vibraille - Reply

Hi Vibraille! We sell Torx Plus bits ''''on our site, as well as the driver to use them with.

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