iPhone SE Battery Replacement

This video will guide you through the process of replacing the battery on an iPhone SE. The video is a step by step follow along guide, with nothing left out, from start to finish.

WARNING: Lithium batteries can explode or catch on fire if they are twisted or loose their original shape. Attempt this repair at your own risk. We recommend taking it to a professional repair center.

IMPORTANT NOTE: As of January 2018 Apple is performing discounted rates for all iPhone battery swaps at $29. If possible visit your local center for a quick swap.

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[leedek]

I changed out my battery today with the help of your video. I have an iPhone SE 2020. The disassembly is a bit different for my phone. The button circuit connector attached to the right side of the motherboard along with two other circuit connectors. The display opens like a book unlike the one in your video. I just went very slowly when opening the case and could see the connector setup. I found that using a microwave heat up sore muscle neck pad was great for softening the case prior to separating the case halves. I also used it to soften the adhesive strips of the battery. I ended up using it again to facilitate battery removal as you demonstrated at 4:35 seconds of your video. I totally appreciate you taking the time to show the way. Apple does NOT want customers working on their phones. I have a bit of experience with electronic systems so this was not beyond me. Thanks Gribsoft for do this service for us.

[Shadowbolt]

i was completely stuck on how to get the screen up without a thin metal tool - i didn't realize that's what the guitar pick was for! thank you, you saved me from decimating my poor phone lol

[pmas]

Thank you for showing the final cable clip replaced in detail many others skip past showing details of this which is significant due to the metal clip not being symmetrical and how it actually clips into place, thanks again

[anthonybecker]

This video is good for the reassembly phase. Most others say, "Reassembly is the reverse, " but that is not strictly true. Well done video. Thanks.

[greatsave]

Narrator: You don't want to bend the battery.

[Proceeds to completely crunch the battery.]

[iamthedr]

This is the best video for replacing the battery. All the steps were really straightforward. The only part I struggled with was putting the shield back on the last ribbon cable for the home button. Even the old battery came out relatively easily.

[sanfordsattic]

I did it! Had to heat the case to get battery out. All the parts are really tiny. I have MS, but still pulled off the replacement myself. My eye to hand coordination has really gone downhill, but I feel really good saving the money. My SE is only worth about $30 as a trade in, so nothing to lose in trying.😃

[jonthibault]

Thanks! FYI, it's easier to cut the black tab in half and pull out the adhesive pieces one at a time.

[juliankilburn]

Very very useful - many thanks. I wound the adhesive round the body of the sponger tool...wind, pause, wind, pause etc which controlled the angle so no snaps and came out whole (without any heating). Replacement did not come with tape but had some double sided tape in the house. While I was in there i removed dust from the read camera lens- a job I had previously avoided but all the hard work had been done so I strongly recommend.

[hawaiirealmedia]

EXCELLENT TUTORIAL. Took me about 1.5 hours because I did it slowly. DO NOT RUSH THIS JOB. Take extra time and do it slowly and methodically. Worked perfectly. If you rush, you will lose the teeny tiny itty bitty screws. Wear powerful reading glasses for magnification.

[keithesmail]

That was an awesome tutorial ! Thanks man . My brand new iphone se battery cost me a princely sum of $10.50. Yay !!

[ohbobpleez]

Make sure the battery is fully or nearly discharged before removing it. Don't use a metal tool to reattach the component connections. Other than that I found it helpful. Thank you. I watch 6 or seven videos on battery replacement before doing it my self. I've done a battery on Iphone 4, 4s and 5s soon I gotta do my SE.

[mikem]

This is a great video. Very clear instructions. Used it to change my battery without problem. The screws are tiny yet with a little patience the battery process was straight forward. Recommend you view this video.

[JP-xmqf]

Took me 2 hours due to the stupid adhesive, but finally made it thanks to you, my only fear was the battery exploding, but everything went fine, thank you!

[lexonitro]

The battery cable should be disconnected first when disassembling and also connected last when assembling to ensure there is no power running through the PCB during the replacement process. The home button and touch id cable is an exception.

[Cotterpin_Doozer]

Oh god getting that battery out without a hairdryer was hell. I had to heat up a knife and place it against the back of the case. I think I was lucky I didn't damage any of the circuitry with the way the case conducted the heat. The battery was mutilated too by the time I was able to pry it out, lucky it didn't blow up/catch fire although it was less than probably .5% capacity. Overall a smashing success although I dont think I'd try it on an expensive phone. Great guide, thankyou!

[robjenkins]

Very clear video, with lots of useful info for the sequence and orientation of parts. Wish everyone would leave out the annoying music though. Personally, I don't think you need to detach the screen cables But DO remove the 4 screw shield to releave the cable strees. Support it by taping to a food can with some low tack tap to avoid ripping the cables ( a tip shown by others)

[tonyHern]

i just changed my battery with your video. It is very detailed and nicely explained, ty man

[danielagaia]

Thank you so much for this video!
My phone is working great! You’re amazing

[nathaliebaron]

Merci ! you helped me a lot ! step by step perfect !