Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Pro Battery Replacement

• Insert a SIM eject tool, SIM eject bit, or a straightened paper clip into the SIM tray hole at the phone's left edge.

• Press firmly and directly into the hole to avoid damaging the tray.

• Remove the ejected SIM card tray.

Locate the plastic clips holding the back cover in place.

• Insert an opening pick between the screen and back cover, positioned on the left edge of the phone where the SIM card tray was located.

Guide the opening pick along the left edge to the lower left corner.

• This action will release the plastic clips.

Slide the opening pick along the bottom edge of the device, moving it towards the bottom right corner.

• The goal is to release the plastic clips that hold the part in place.

Slide the opening pick along the right edge of the phone towards the top right corner.

This will help release the plastic clips.

Release the remaining plastic clips by sliding the opening pick along the top edge.

Do not attempt to fully remove the back cover at this time, as it remains connected to the motherboard.

Fold the phone assembly towards the left side of the back cover, mimicking the motion of opening a book.

Remove the fingerprint cable connector cover using a Phillips screwdriver.

• The screw is approximately 2.9mm long.

Remove metal cover with a pair of blunt nose tweezers.

Disconnect the fingerprint sensor cable using the flat end of a spudger.

Remove the back cover.

Remove the two 3.0 mm long screws securing the battery connector cover using a Phillips screwdriver.

Remove battery connector cover with a pair of blunt nose tweezers.

Disconnect the battery connector with a spudger, prying it straight up from its socket.

Avoid using sharp tools that could puncture the battery, causing a chemical leak or fire hazard.

• Peel down both battery adhesive pull-tabs with tweezers or a clean fingernail to unstick them from the bottom edge of the battery.

Avoid pressing down on the battery.

• Use tweezers or your fingers to grab the first pull-tab and slowly pull it away from the battery, maintaining a low angle to avoid snagging.
• Pull with even tension, giving time for the strip to stretch and unstick without forcing it.
• Retain control of the Redmi by its sides while pulling.

Do not pry under the battery if the adhesive breaks off; instead, try to retrieve it or proceed with caution to the next step.

Repeat the previous pull-tab removal procedure on the second pull-tab.

• Follow the same steps as before: keep the strip flat and unwrinkled, and pull at a low angle.
• If adhesive breaks off underneath the battery, apply 2-3 drops of high concentration (over 90%) isopropyl alcohol under the edge of the battery in the affected area.

Wait one minute for the solution to weaken the adhesive before proceeding.

• Gently lift the battery using the flat end of a spudger.
• Avoid forcefully levering the battery out, and never deform or puncture it with your pry tool. If needed, apply additional drops of alcohol for further weakening of the adhesive.

Remove the battery.

A damaged or deformed battery must not be reused due to safety risks.

• Before installing a new battery, clean the glued areas with isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free cloth to remove any remaining adhesive.
• Temporarily reconnect the battery to the motherboard during reassembly for alignment assistance. Disconnect it once seated.