Garmin Edge 800/810 Battery Replacement

[@jofin300]

Shane, thank you for this. Most of all it gives us the confidence to do these tasks. Just wanted to note I had two difficulties on the way. Connecting the battery connector - it is quite easy to have the terminal the wrong way round without realising it - red wire needs to be to the left. Also, found the battery replacement I had was a bit fatter than the original, which prevented the circuit board from settling low enough in the casing, which also then prevented the tiny 'on' button from pressing on the corresponding circuit board button, preventing powering on. It took a while to suss out why no power.

[@matthewjctalbot]

Good point. I'm colour blind, and wasn't even looking at colours! It's not totally obvious looking at the shape which way the terminal goes round. I'd broken the surround somehow removing the old terminal, so wondering why it wasn't fitting snug for a bit. Yep, it's worth taking your time here. Was Shane's snappy action a first take? I doubt it! Got there in the end. Good vid ta.

[@alistairdavidson4652]

Hey Shane, I was going to replace my 810 due to crap battery life, saw this video, ordered a battery ex Amazon, followed your step by step and it's good as new. Thank you!

[@whitemat1]

Thanks for this video, I’ve just replaced the battery in my 2011 Garmin 800 which has been all over the world and is still going strong! It’s working like new.

[@DavidSmith-yd4lr]

Just did battery replacement using your video 👍. The circuit board was bonded to the moulding that holds the charging socket/SD card socket. I pryed the circuit board up and gently cut the rubber bonding until it came lose. Also needed to clean rubbery out of the battery contacts. New battery in and working 👍 Cheers Dave Smith

[@grbeech01]

thanks for those comments

[@jamesvaughan7274]

This video is why your channel is awesome Shane. Watched this when you released it, but back today to rewatch as I need to give my 810 a new lease of life.

[@timdavy4201]

Thanks for this Shane - gave me the confidence to replace my Garmin 800 battery. Nice clear instructions.

[@tonyalbanese9961]

Wanted to say thanks for the tutorial. I was much slower than you but the results were the same for my 4 yr old Garmin 810. Better than purchasing a new one. Keep on riding-

[@ViscountCharles]

I was a touch worried when my 800 sprang to life mid-transplant, until I saw yours did the same! Very helpful video.

[@johnkriedemann4901]

Thanks you Shane now my 810 is up and running again with new battery 🔋

[@nickbianchi]

Thanks. I was considering buying a 830 due to my 800 not having been used for 8-9 years while i was touring the world (with 4 years in Australia). It’s currently losing 16% per hour with speed sensor only! (Still decent for a device not charged once in all this time, but not enough for my tours.) Guess i can save a lot by replacing the battery! I’ll live without climb pro, though it’s a nice to have feature in the Swiss Alps. Cheers.

[@marcus_velo_9970]

excellent how to. I run both an 800 (battery life still at 12 hours) and a 1000 and tell you I was shocked to see the 1000 battery life declining on ride, so still using 800 for epic rides.

[@languid100]

Shane, thanks. I likewise have replaced my 810 battery without incident. Only downside is I have no excuse to buy an 830...

[@886014]

Awesome, thanks Lama. I've previously done 705s and didn't have much luck with the quality of the aftermarket battery. My 1000 only lasts about 6-7 hours now if used in Full Monty mode with Bluetooth to my phone etc, so I'll chase down a battery for it from the same source you used.

[@martinhiggins9814]

Cheers, concise, no waffle and good info on size of tool bit.

[@9P38lightning]

Cheers Shane, I've just added a new battery and all seems well... Was careful when adding the battery to the unit, the connection is fragile. Easy to get it upside down... Thanks for Videos...

[@andrewlew5964]

Thanks for the demo - easy to follow - I just replaced my battery on my 800 but in my case no success. When my OEM battery failed my unit got really hot. I think this might have cooked the circuits, so a bit of a different case from just deteriorating battery life - still, I thought it was worth a try, since way past warranty and nothing to lose since the unit was not working anyways.

[@gplama]

Oh, damn. Worth a shot. Let me know what you end up upgrading to.

[@AlexSwan]

Nice one you could probably show Durianrider how to replace the power button on his Garmin 1000 now. :)

[@BucketlistFitRunning]

haha nice one

[@getcycling6405]

Thanks Shane, that worked great. I also got a new 830 love it.

[@CharlieDeltaEchoVict]

Thanks, great video. Just replace battery in my Edge 800. Good to go again.

[@MrBPDude]

Great tip Shane. Still use my Edge 800 when I need a map. Use it together with the 520 (so I have my smaprtphone connected). Mapping on the 520 just ain't great (No SD card and small internal memory, so always have to swap maps when traveling, also very slow USB interface to perform the copy. The 820 only had about 4h of autonomy left. Successfully replaced the battery today.

[@swissjonesy]

Great step by step guide , so good even I could do it , loved the Lego reference, knew I was ok from that point in!!

[@gabrielung4088]

Thanks for this video. Very handy to know the batter is user upgradable.

[@giovannischiochet4578]

Useful video, thanks for it. However, I tried to change the battery in my Edge 800 and after that I'm no longer able to switch it on. The display is always off, no way to have it again up and running. I also came back to the old battery, but result is the same. Any idea on what's going on? Thanks

[@LeeMcGinley]

+Shane Miller single handedly destroying the second hand Garmin market in less than ten minutes 😉

[@MylesGascoyne]

Just a heads up. I bought a battery and replaced it as per Shane's video. However, my touch screen now doesn't work. I don't think I damaged anything and have tried numerous times to clean and fit properly the screen connection. I did a factory reset but can't now use the unit because I can't get passed the page which asks to confirm language!. This is not a criticism of Shane, just be aware that this may happen to you.

[@andybraithwaite2052]

It's very easy to dislodge the screen connection when closing the cover because the ribbon wire is stiff, it took me numerous attempts to get it to connect properly and the touchscreen to work again. Using a cocktail stick to make sure the connection was secure as I closed up the cover finally did it.

[@elidouek5438]

Great video yet again! How is the machined cassette on the lemond holding up? Any more issues with the Neo?

[@gplama]

Lemond, all good. Neo, all good. I'm a one stop trainer workshop! :)

[@itellyouwhy6957]

Your channel is awesome mate. I've been binging on it for days ;)

[@gplama]

This video has 666 views as I reply to this comment. Satan also binge watches my stuff! Awesome! :)

[@Stormbringer1984y]

own 810 it will be very helpful when battery lost capacity. dont want to change device it is fully satisfies my needs.

[@ferdinandsamuels9082]

Solid video. Does anyone have a link to where I can purchase a battery for a Garmin 800 please?

[@aarondcmedia9585]

Just replaced my Garmin 800 battery, thanks for the vid!

[@witte2702]

Couple of Qs a) is there an actual reason for Factory reset related to the battery replacement, or is it just 'spring cleaning'? b) is there any way (technical specification) to know if the battery you buy has auto-shut off (house burn down protection)? Got a feeling this will be a high view count video for you :)

[@gplama]

a) Spring cleaning. Just to be sure. b) No idea. It's written on the packet, but.... who'd trust that? c) There was no question c. I just added this to make the list look more comprehensive. ;)

[@lucagandolfi4k]

Very useful video. Great work Shane

[@sydartin1977]

Great video and thanks. I replaced battery and when I turned it on appears wierd screens about sound test, screens with diferents colors, and I cant restart ot convencional screens, can you help me?

[@1961gromit]

Hey Shane. Great video thanks. I followed your directions to the letter but the touchscreen will not work now. It 'acknowledges' a tap but I cannot access any menus. Any ideas please?

[@gplama]

Something not seated right with the cables? I"d take it apart and reconnect everything again.

[@andybraithwaite2052]

It's very easy to dislodge the screen connection when closing the cover because the ribbon wire is stiff, it took me numerous attempts to get it to connect properly and the touchscreen to work again. Using a cocktail stick to make sure the connection was secure as I closed up the cover finally did it.

[@simonjagassar]

More Shane brilliance. Thanks

[@fredrikstennert3754]

Sorry if this was mentioned in the video or in the comments above, in that case i´ve missed it. Does this affect my personal settings, fields, maps and so on? Will it erase memory or history etc.? Thanks for a good video!

[@gplama]

No

[@luismedeiros7139]

This video was oddly satisfying to watch :)

[@santiago69]

Thanks for this video Shane.

[@bigmitch3612]

Happy days!

[@gplama]

I'll even give that comment a Fonzie thumbs up. Aaayyyyyyy.

[@lucianonarno1408]

I'm not sure you used the correct amount of torque on those bolts, it seemed like you used .547 newton-meters when we all clearly know you should have used .438. LOL. Great video, I've always liked fixing things up so I really liked this one. Instead of throwing it away, you gave it new life.

[@gplama]

hahahha! This made me laugh, lots. Cheers mate. :)

[@lucianonarno1408]

Shane Miller Great! Good day mate

[@GhostGregg]

Shane, since that one is getting old and while it still has use and now new life, any chance you could contest it off to a viewer? I'd never ask for it but I'm not above competing for it. I'm training for triathlon and am getting fit and healthy in the process. 325lbs down to 259 using bikes, pools, running shoes and motivation from your biking videos with a dash of will power got me this far. What say you?

[@gplama]

Maybe in the future, but at the moment all I'm able to give away is my time to make these videos and pass on a few tips here and there. One tangible item won't boost subs or benefit the community/viewers/subs as a whole. I won't rule it out... but just not at this point.

[@GhostGregg]

Shane Miller one tangible item can benefit a viewer/ member of the community / subs who doesn't have one and may not be able to afford one. Didn't realize it was about views and subscribers for you.

[@michaelscullion5706]

Shane have you had any problems with the battery moving around since the new one doesn't have adhesive on it? maybe double sided tape?

[@gplama]

Nope. But the tape idea wouldn't hurt it, good idea.

[@martinmacmahon4542]

Wonderful. Can't afford a new head unit. This is ideal

[@JohnODonovan1]

WARNING !!!!! LIFT BATTERY CABLE UP AND NOT PULL TO THE SIDE One most important thing to mention. The difficulty in doing this is not the opening up or removing the battery but rather inserting the new battery. Ive replaced small batteries in computers etc etc and have had no problem. But this port for connecting the battery to is sooooooooo delicate. I had trouble trying to match the female connectors with the male pins and with a bit of frustration i pushed a tiny bit too hard and off came the female plug part from the device. So thats the end of that device. SO BE VERY EXTREMELY CAREFUL PLUGGING THE BATTERY IN SINCE NO ONE HAS MENTIONED THAT YET.

[@ticetice2998]

hello i had the same experience !!

[@you24601]

Same Experience. :(

[@ovaal]

2 of my screws broke by accident. Any information on what replacement screw I should buy? Would help a lot!

[@gplama]

I don’t think Garmin have a breakout parts list that detailed. I’d remove a good screw and take that to a hardware store to match it.

[@ovaal]

Couldn't find that list indeed, thanks for responding!!

[@folkerst]

Hi Shane, i replace mine aswell some time ago, i think 1,5 years ago. I first tried to find a replacement battery with the same Mha but couldn't get one. I also contacted garmin if they could replace the battery or sell me one. What was i thinking, ha ha ha ha. Turned out that i could sent it to them but i would cost me the same as getting a new one! Talking about costumer service. So i did the same as you did and bought a third-party battery with indeed 1000Mha instead of 1100Mha. Replacement is very easy as you just showed. Afterwards while using it i found out i doesn't last as long as the original one. Especially when you use turn by turn navigation, wich i use when riding abroad. As you are someone with more technical knowledge than me, could this have something to do with the lower Mha? Another question, how does the bolt ellemnt compare to the 800 on the regard of getting tbt-routes on it. I'm using sites like bike radar and GPSies to find and download files to my 800. Thanks in advance for your answer. Btw like you channel!

[@gplama]

Turn by turn and map display seems to chew through battery on all GPS units from my experience. To be honest, I've only used navigation on a bike computer a handful of times. 99% of the time I'll pull out my phone and look at Google Maps, so I'm not really able to comment on the comparison of this function. (Stick with Google Maps... and Waze in the car!) :)

[@jitkafrajbisova263]

Thanks so much. So helpful.

[@Ianjeffery2500]

That’s an excellent video. Thank you.

[@jmoore46jm]

Great content as always, question for you as I'm sure you will know the answer, Garmin speed and cadence sensors will they sync to element bolt with no issues

[@gplama]

+James Moore Yes

[@Fidasaind]

I've thought about doing that to an old Android tablet. The poor thing is old, has been on far too many plane trips watching movies and running games, and I used to use it to capture footage of Android mobile games. It got to the point where the battery on it is so shot that even while plugged in and playing XCom (relatively intense for a mobile device so probably fairly demanding) the device will still lose charge. Looked fairly straight forward on a head unit which I'd assume is harder (smaller, more compact, less room to move around), I may give it a go with my tablet. Well past warranty. Battery is about 1/4 the price of a new similar spec and size tablet. Extra credit because I hope one day there will be a Zwift app for Android so that tablet will have new life for me if/when I'm traveling. Maybe get a cheap fluid trainer at my in-laws' house for when we are visiting during the holidays (no thanks riding on snowy Michigan roads that have no cycling infrastructure) and at least take one of their garage sale bikes and get a bit of a workout.

[@runningwithmarc]

I'm not sure if you mentioned it, does it void the warranty? :P

[@gplama]

I'd love to post the shitfights my content has caused. Yep, really. Consider this my 'ffs I warned people' disclaimer. Which then causes viewers to poke at it... can't win on the Internets.

[@runningwithmarc]

Mate all that matters is that you make the great content you do make, its always informative and entertaining (not many youtubers mix the both) . Theres always someone who wants to have a poke because they have nothing better to do. What makes me laugh is the things people will happily write on a keyboard, but would never say to your face.

[@martinloughna5590]

This is a fab video but I have got a bit stuck - hope someone can help. When removing the battery - the connection appears to have been glued to the base unit. Have others found this and what have you used to create an electrical connection in the form of a glue? Shane's video shows a black square to which he attaches his new battery but this is absent on my unit. Apologies if this has been addressed already in comments below.

[@BikingVikingMTB]

Hello quick question! Done exactly to the video but when Iput the screen back in with the two silver screws It didnt power up like yours did! I assumed it had no battery life n put everything together n plugged it in to charge n now it came on straight away with 💯 % battery life. When I unplug it it wont switch on on its own? I may need to take this to garmin n have it checked out! Can you shed some light?

[@gplama]

Everything I can help with is in this video. Maybe re-trace your steps and try it again?

[@shazcol]

Did you have it on 1sec recording interval or 'smart' for the test with the new battery?

[@gplama]

1sec, same as the other tests.

[@jonjacobsen6339]

Shane, I have an older Garmin edge 500 and have been thinking of replacing it with a newer version. I am considering the 520, but have been impressed by the reviews on the Wahoo Element bolt. You seem to have a lot of experience with these units, and I am interested to know if you think the Wahoo is worth the switch from Garmin? Thanks

[@gplama]

It depends on your own requirements.... so what suits me might not suit you. Keep digging around reviews and feature overviews. Buy one. If it doesn't work out, then sell it and get the other.

[@jonjacobsen6339]

Thanks. I dont need a lot of features, just a unit that works well and is easy to use. The Wahoo appears intuitive with the app, and based on what I understand seams to have a fast processor. I have noticed some complaints on the Garmins that they can "lag". Is this accurate in your experience?

[@62TomL]

Did you lose all your settings after replacing the battery and have it go back to factory settings?

[@gplama]

I don't believe so.

[@davidlenneberg4303]

Thanks for that info greatly appreciated

[@M9IN0G]

Have you found batteries increasing design capacity?

[@gplama]

+M9IN0G Not really. It's something I wish would be increasing though. iPhone and Apple Watch having to be charged daily is a pain.

[@leroypierre380]

I face the same issue of corrupted files due to battery end of life that I could resolve using both the garmin SDK plus goldencheethat soft to actually recover all the data and recreate a full fit file.

[@allthingsTechrelated]

Ah, lots of gadgets. Do you use all of them now?

[@gplama]

Mostly. I'll sell what I'm not using to clear space/room.

[@lucianonarno1408]

Shane Miller will you ship internationally? I would buy an old one from you for a better price. Always wanted one but they're pretty expensive new.

[@gplama]

It's cheaper to fly places with things in my bag from Australia than to sent it a lot of the time.

[@garyhogg9869]

Is it the same process for an 820?

[@gplama]

No idea sorry. I haven't attempted it with that unit.

[@rustygramm7104]

does opening the unit affect its water resistance?

[@gplama]

+Rusty Gramm Not if you put it back together properly.

[@F.e.n.i.x13]

Se le puede poner una batería de más amperaje, por ej si trae de 1000 se le puede poner una de 1200 amperes?

[@gplama]

Not something I’ve tested. Maybe.

[@bonnyr6246]

At 3.28 in the video you push back the battery connection. There are x3 microscopic 'lugs' that the tab connects to. Those lugs are EXTREMELY FRAGILE and two of mine just broke off. They look like they require soldering back on. Didn't look like you had any issue like that, any idea how to fix them? (Just be careful people if you do this at that point). Thanks.

[@matthewjctalbot]

Yeh i broke the plastic surround. Terminal couldn't click back in. Not so tragic as your story, but definitely worth going slow and playing safe here.

[@許嘉宇-y5r]

Garmin should really pay you to put up this type of video

[@gplama]

+許嘉宇 More likely they'll pay me NOT to put out this video. Or they'll shitlist me. This keeps people from buying new units. Not their ideal situation.

[@許嘉宇-y5r]

Yeah, that's also true. "Garmin hates him! This sneaky little trick will double your Garmin 800's life!"

[@dambuster6387]

Torx T5 screw driver is shat you need for Garmin 800.

[@taurus20077]

Sounds like Shane is in a hurry in this video; probably running late for dinner!

[@gplama]

I'm always in a hurry. And reading comments like I'm not here is kind of weird.

[@ioannidesalex]

did you try to change the battery on garmin edge 820? it doesnt have any screws!!! how can i disasseble it?

[@gplama]

No, my 820 is holding charge nicely. How to take it apart? No idea.

[@ioannidesalex]

mine too but i am just curious how can i open it. maybe like the new smartphones you have to warm up the screen ect ect.....

[@mikejames172]

Hi Shane Any chance you could tell me where on eBay you purchased the battery please - my old 800 is only lasting about 8 hrs - also it comes up with a message that the USB cable is incorrect - the forums say the USB terminal is corroded - any advice ? Cheers mike

[@gplama]

See the Amazon links in the description then eBay search from there.

[@bicyclerider3978]

Good to know, Maybe I can get my old 700 series working and donate to a friend.

[@Daniel-oi3ts]

Hi, i have the problem that the powerbutton is broken on my garmin edge 810 can someone pls send me a picture of the powerbutton and maybe also tell me which 3 components are soldered to the plc?

[@MrHandsomejackuk]

hope you can help.. but i have read that if i copy the gupdate.upd file to the garmin folder on the gps it will update i cant seem to run the garmin connect app and have not got window or mac os on my comuter... have you updated a gamrin gps like this or can help on updateing the firmware as its on version 3.00

[@gplama]

To copy the firmware update file to that folder you'll need a Mac or PC.

[@satchice9102]

The touch screen on my Garmin Edge 800 has become erratic. It appears to register random touches even when not being touched, and often doesn't properly respond to actual touches. This erratic behaviour is less present when its fully charged, but gets worse during rides as the battery runs down, so I was wondering if its voltage/power related and a new battery might fix it, or does it need a new touch screen (assuming they are available)? Anyone else had this problem?

[@PieterBreda]

I can't the connector fixed in place

[@jlisci]

I cannot recomnect the faceplate. The connector is so weak and It disconnect everytime, and the touch screen doesn't work properly anymore

[@waynosfotos]

What is with the deja vu?

[@gplama]

Clarify? Me repeating things at the end? I need to be clear, really clear, or I'll piss people off... namely companies who see me as causing trouble for making content about how users can do this or that... and yes... it happens.

[@waynosfotos]

Shane Miller Hee hee yeah the repeating things at the end, it was like the video was stuck. Even check my ipad was working properly. Anyway, must be a glitch in the Matrix.

[@klewis2048]

Using a knife to remove a Lithium Ion battery is asking for trouble! If you puncture it, it could explode or burst into flames. Think about the Samsung Note! Use blunt plastic tools to remove the battery. The adhesive can be eased by heating with a hairdryer - though, clearly, Shane has no reason to own one! ;-)

[@gplama]

I try to throw something in every video that'll spark people... job done! ;)

[@mr_stivo]

Prying a lipo battery out with a knife is just asking for a disaster.

[@mr_stivo]

@@gplama lol. The video would have been a bit more exiting if you did. =)

[@tedgodfrey2708]

Very good to know.. Would I ever do it Not sure but good to know in the back of my mind it can be done...

[@johnnyboy4711]

garmin not very good build quality anymore.try bryton 530 great headunit,does Di2 and power as well as everything else!

[@gplama]

Not sure I'll be seeing Di2 any time soon, so what I'm tinkering with does the job. Even better now the battery has been given a boost.

[@johnnyboy4711]

fair enough,took a punt on bryton 530 for €150 and very happy!

[@Liamd330]

My 810 was at 100% then died after 15 minutes!

[@ericwhit43]

That's my problem too on edge 800! Not sure what the problem is with charging

[@BucketlistFitRunning]

Easy Pessy

[@arunw378]

1

[@gplama]

+Arun W 🥇

[@arunw378]

Thanks Shane. Great video!

[@Johnslist]

Any issue about not being able to do updates?

[@gplama]

I'm not sure Garmin have released any updates for this unit in a long time.