moto g05 repair

moto g05

g05 - Battery Replacement

35-40 Minutes

VIDEO / PHOTO GUIDE

Need to replace the battery on your G05? No problem—we’ll have you back to 100% in no time, using only genuine parts for a reliable and long-lasting repair!

Technician notes:

Overall, this isn’t a difficult repair—just a bit time-consuming. The battery is held in firmly, so take your time and use heat to make removal easier. The adhesive cleanup is the longest part, but it’s straightforward with a little patience. Go slow, stay steady, and you’ll have it done in no time!

  • SIM Eject & Battery Cover Removal
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    Use the SIM eject tool to press into the small hole next to the SIM tray—this will pop the tray out just enough for you to remove it by hand. Set the tray aside safely.

    Next, warm up the battery cover, focusing on the edges. Use a heat gun on a low setting or a hairdryer on medium until the cover feels warm to the touch.

    Use the blade tool to carefully create a small gap at the bottom of the phone. Once there's enough space, insert the card tool and begin working it counter-clockwise around the device. Be sure to insert the card no deeper than 1–2 cm.

    Take extra care on the left-hand side near the volume buttons—there's a flex cable here that can be easily damaged if the card goes too deep. Reapply heat as needed to soften the adhesive.

    Once you've worked around the entire edge and broken the seal, gently wriggle the back cover off. This will release any remaining adhesive, particularly around the camera area.

  • Chassis Removal
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    Remove the screws securing the internal frame—there are 9 at the top and 7 at the bottom. Once removed, double-check to ensure none have been missed.

    Using a solid pry tool, begin separating the chassis from the screen. The easiest entry point is next to the empty SIM card slot. Insert the tool to create a small gap, then work your way around the entire edge of the phone. No adhesive is used here, so the frame should unclip with gentle pressure.

    Once the frame is free, place the phone face down and slowly lift the frame. Be careful—there’s a flex cable connecting it to the motherboard. Gently lift just enough to see the connector, then use a probe tool to disconnect it, as shown in the video. Once released, set the frame aside.

    Next, remove the black shielding lightly bonded to the battery. Slide a card tool underneath and work it back and forth to loosen the adhesive. Peel the shield away, then locate the battery connector on the far-right side and disconnect it.

  • Battery Removal & Replacement
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    This model features the "Easy Removal System"—but even so, removing the battery may still require a bit of effort.

    Start by heating the front of the phone (never the battery directly) using a heat gun on a low setting or a hairdryer on medium for no more than 5 minutes. Once the device is warm to the touch, peel back the stickers labeled "1" and "2" on the battery and tuck them out of the way.

    Next, lift sticker "3" and begin pulling the battery upward. It may take some effort—apply more heat if needed. As you pull, you’ll hear the adhesive releasing. Remove both the battery and sticker. Don’t worry about leftover adhesive mess at this stage.

    Set the battery aside. Then, using the spade end of your probe tool, begin scraping up the remaining adhesive. It’s generally easy to remove but may take a couple of minutes.

    Once the area is clean, peel the new adhesive sheet from its backing and position it on the phone’s frame. When satisfied with the placement, press it down with your finger to help it bond. Remove the light blue protective tabs covering the flex cables.

    Finally, peel off the top protective layer and press the new battery firmly into place.

  • Main Frame Installation
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    Reconnect the battery, then loosely position the internal frame back on top of the phone. Reconnect the flex cable for the fingerprint sensor, ensuring it's securely attached.

    Once connected, press the frame gently into place, applying light pressure around the edges—you should hear it click as it locks in.

    When you're satisfied with the fit, secure the frame with all screws: 9 at the top and 7 at the bottom.

  • Battery Cover Installation
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    Before installing the battery cover, it’s essential to thoroughly clean all old adhesive from the phone’s frame. Use a plastic probe tool (avoid metal to prevent damage) to carefully scrape away the adhesive. This can take a bit of time—light residue or surface marks are fine, but any lumps or clumps must be fully removed. Repeat this process on the battery cover. Once clean, apply gentle pressure to remove the flash diffuser, then clean off any remaining adhesive underneath.

    With both surfaces clean, install the square foam adhesive and the three adhesive strips onto the phone’s chassis as shown in the video. If any adhesive remains, be sure it’s completely removed. Peel off all protective covers from the new adhesive, preparing the phone for the battery cover installation.

    Next, install the main adhesive onto the battery cover. Remove it from its protective backing and loosely align it, starting from the top. If the alignment isn’t perfect on the first try, don’t worry—it can be lifted and repositioned, as demonstrated in the video. Once properly aligned, press the adhesive down firmly to bond it to the battery cover.

    Now, remove the protective film from the main adhesive. You’re ready to install the battery cover—align it using the camera lenses as a guide, then press it firmly into place. Apply gentle, even pressure across all adhesive areas to ensure a strong, lasting bond.

  • Final Testing & Device Help App
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    Download and run Motorola Smart Assist to fully test your device and follow any required configuration.