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Sony Vaio PCG-3C2L Battery Replacement

Introduction

This replacement guide provides step by step instructions with pictures to help replace your Sony Vaio PCG-3C2L battery. You may need to replace your battery if your laptop is failing to power on or if it is not holding a charge. To complete this replacement, an iFixit Opening Tool can be used, but it is optional.

Always check to make sure you have the correct battery. You can find replacement batteries here.

What you need

  1. Sony Vaio PCG-3C2L Battery Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn your computer over so the bottom is facing up.

    • The battery should be in the top on the back of the computer.

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  2. Sony Vaio PCG-3C2L Battery Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Sony Vaio PCG-3C2L Battery Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Initially, the "lock" button should be pushed all the way to the left. To unlock the battery, move the lock button from the left to the right.

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  4. Sony Vaio PCG-3C2L Battery Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • After unlocking the battery, hold the "release" button and push to the left.

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  5. Sony Vaio PCG-3C2L Battery Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 Sony Vaio PCG-3C2L Battery Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 Sony Vaio PCG-3C2L Battery Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Keep the "release" button pressed.

    • Use the iFixit opening tool (or your hands) to lift the battery up.

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Conclusion

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

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