JBL Flip 5 Battery Replacement

Written By: Dominik Schnabelrauch

Comments: 2

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

40 minutes - 1 hour

Introduction

Use this guide to replace a worn-out or dead battery in your JBL Flip 5.

The model you see in this guide is the TT version. There are different models of the JBL Flip 5 that differ in their build and internal connectors.

This guide can be used as a reference when repairing other versions, but some disassembly steps may vary.

Check the first two digits of the serial number to find the model of your device. You can find the serial number printed on the packaging or in the speaker's leash bar cavity.

For your safety, discharge the battery before disassembling your device. This reduces the risk of fire if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions.

Tools

Parts

JBL Flip 5 Battery

Step 1

Before starting repairs, turn off your device and unplug any cables.
The fabric cover of the JBL Flip 5 is secured by plastic clips.
Insert the flat end of a spudger underneath a corner of the fabric cover.
Pry up to release the plastic clips securing the fabric cover.

Step 2

Slide the spudger along the edge of the fabric cover while prying up to continue to separate the plastic clips.

Step 3

Release the remaining plastic clips to fully separate the fabric cover.

Step 4

Repeat the previous steps to release the plastic clips and to fully separate the opposite edge of the fabric cover.

Step 5

Use one hand to spread the edges of the fabric cover apart and your other hand to pull the speaker assembly away from the cover.
Remove the fabric cover.
During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your device and test your repair before reinstalling the fabric cover.

Step 6

Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four 17 mm-long screws securing the passive radiator brackets.

Step 7

The passive radiator bracket is held in place by mild adhesive around its center. If you‘re having trouble removing it, you can prepare an iOpener and apply it to the bracket for one minute to soften the adhesive.
Peel the passive radiator bracket off of the speaker assembly and remove it.

Step 8

The passive radiators are secured by plastic clips.
Insert an opening pick into the cutout next to the left passive radiator housing.
Push the opening pick underneath the passive radiator housing.
Pry upwards to release the plastic clip securing the passive radiator.

Step 9

Repeat the prying procedure for the three remaining plastic clips securing the left passive radiator.

Step 10

Remove the left passive radiator.

Step 11

Repeat the prying procedure for the four plastic clips securing the right passive radiator.

Step 12

Remove the right passive radiator.

Step 13

Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four 9.6 mm-long screws securing the woofer.

Step 14

Don't try to remove the woofer all the way yet, as it‘s still connected to the motherboard.
The woofer cables are long enough allowing you to place the woofer outside the speaker assembly, but avoid straining or sharply folding the cables when you lift the woofer out of its recess.
Lift the woofer out of its recess and place it next to the speaker assembly.

Step 15

Use the tip of a spudger to push the woofer JST connector straight out of its socket to disconnect it.

Step 16

Remove the woofer.

Step 17

Use the tip of a spudger or your fingernail to flip up the small, hinged locking flap on the power button cable's ZIF connector.

Step 18

Use a pair of blunt nose tweezers to pull the power button cable straight out of the ZIF connector.

Step 19

Use a pair of blunt nose tweezers to pull the volume button cable straight out of its connector to disconnect it.

Step 20

Use a spudger to push the charging cable connector straight out of its socket and disconnect it.

Step 21

The power button cable is lightly adhered to the motherboard with tape.
Use a pair of blunt nose tweezers to peel the fabric tape securing the power button cable off the motherboard‘s edge.

Step 22

The antenna cable is still connected to the motherboard, and the volume button cable is adhered to the speaker housing. Avoid straining or tearing them in the following step.
Push the motherboard out of the speaker assembly until you get free access to the battery connector.

Step 23

Squeeze the tab against the power cable connector, and pull the connector straight up from its socket to disconnect the battery.

Step 24

Pull the battery out of the speaker assembly and remove it.

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Conclusion

If possible, power on your device and test your repair before reassembly. For optimal performance, calibrate your newly installed battery after completing this guide.

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

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.

Author

Dominik Schnabelrauch

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One comment

Excellent instructions! Nice clean photos. I had no problem at all getting the new battery put in. Well done!

Timmy Langdon -