Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IMH05 Battery Replacement

Written By: Alex Diaz-Kokaisl
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Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IMH05 Battery Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

12

Time Required

15 - 30 minutes

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the battery in your Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IMH05 Laptop.

For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% 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.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the following ten screws securing the back cover to the frame:

    • Six 7.6 mm PH1 screws

    • Four 5.7 mm PH1 screws

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    • Insert the rounded edge of an opening pick between the back cover and the frame in the lower right corner.

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    • Angle the pick to about 45˚.

    • Slide the pick along the front edge to release the clips securing the back cover to the frame.

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    • Insert the rounded edge of an opening pick between the back cover and the frame on the right edge.

    • Angle the pick to about 30˚ and slide down the right edge to release the clips.

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    • Repeat the same procedure on the left edge to release the clips.

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    • Lift the back cover up and remove it from the chassis.

    • During reassembly, this is a good point to power on your laptop and test all functions before sealing it up. Be sure to power your laptop back down before you continue working.

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    • Use the pointed edge of a spudger to push each side of the battery connector to loosen it.

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    • Use the flat end of a spudger to push out and disconnect the battery cable.

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    • Use tweezers, or your fingers, to remove the sticker covering the top right screw hole.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four 5.5 mm-long screws securing the battery.

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    • Insert the flat end of a spudger between the battery and its plastic clip at the middle of the top edge.

    • Pry away from the battery to release the clip enough to be able to lift the battery out of its recess.

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    • Lift the battery straight out of its recess and remove it.

Conclusion

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

For optimal performance, calibrate your newly installed battery after completing this guide.

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

Alex Diaz-Kokaisl

Member since: 16/01/22

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2 comments

Hi !
Which specific replacements battery options are there ?
I wish to upgrade it as high as possible but I have no idea what to look for or which specific battery to look for !

michje13@hotmail.com -

Hi there!

It doesn't seem we sell that battery. I did find one here, but I recommend looking around to find options.

Alex Diaz-Kokaisl -