Palm m500 Battery Replacement

Introduction

Before you begin disassembly, be sure to have the necessary tools. You will need a Torx size T6 screwdriver, tweezers, and the device opening tool. You will remove the stylus and back plate in order to access the battery.

What you need

Step 1 Back Panel

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Remove the stylus from the side of the PDA by sliding it upwards.

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Step 2

Remove the 4 screws from the corners of the back panel of the device using a size T6 Torx screwdriver.
Place screws in a plastic bag or another safe place.

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Step 3

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Insert the edge of the plastic opening tool between the back panel and the black stylus holder.
Carefully and forcefully pry the panels apart.

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Step 4 Battery

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Tool used on this step:

Tweezers

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Use tweezers to unplug the battery cable from the motherboard socket.
Gently remove the battery from the motherboard using your thumb and forefinger to pull upwards.
The battery may be difficult to remove because of light adhesive on the back. It may require some force to pry the battery away from the motherboard with your fingers.