Nintendo Switch Battery Replacement - tutorial

Today I will be replacing a bad battery in a Nintendo Switch. Nintendo's idea of a traveling console is great, as long as the battery can keep you going through those long gaming sessions. Lets make sure it can!
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[@Merik2013]

I can't stand that companies started gluing in batteries like this. They use the excuse that it's to protect customers from rupturing batteries but the end result is that it heightens the risk of that happening many times over.

[@TNinja0]

I could understand a smalll portion of glue so the battery wouldn't flop around, considering its a portable device. But that was pretty excessive.

[@corralzin4909]

Stop trying to defend their bullshit. Literally no phone/ hand held gaming device I’ve had has ever needed fucking glue to keep it in place. It’s literally just to screw over the average customer. They’re literally pulling apple scum business practices to rob customers of more money

[@chrisstephenson8311]

You really helped me out with a bad battery in the switch joe thanks for a great tutorial that made it easy👍🏻👍🏻

[@aggieIW]

Thanks for helping with your tutorial. The new battery was easy to install and seems to be working great.

[@leprechaunprime]

And this is why I love KZbin, it has helped me keep my now 6 year old og switch alive and well.

[@Somedude20282]

My 2 year old console recently kicked the bucket and stopped holding a charge! Fuck $100+ to repair a battery pack

[@rampak1]

Extremely helpful, made what would have been a difficult job easy! Thanks.

[@birdbird22]

Super helpful! Appreciate seeing a video that flat out mentions the adhesive can be super difficult, rather than all the ones which magically seem to remove the battery in 2 seconds. Do you think adhesive on the new battery is a must? Or is the fit secure enough that I could just do without it?

[@JoeDoesStuff]

It's probably secure enough. But I would still do some kind of tape if you have any. Doesn't have to be anything special.

[@Zaque-TV]

A little dot of 2 sided 3m would be perfect.

[@Mohammed-roblox]

@@Zaque-TV Aslong as that survives the heat your battery will go through sure

[@teresagyllenhaal3452]

Thanks Joe!! This helped me get my battery replaced on my Switch! I appreciate your easy to follow guide!!

[@LordVarreus]

Your tutorial was great! Thanks for posting!

[@T.O.Wallee]

Thanks. Manage to successfully changed mine thanks to your video. Even though I have hard time removing the final piece of the square sticker at the back. But all in all I did it.

[@electrocast]

thanks for the vid, followed this and got my old expanded battery out and replaced!!

[@emrahalien2972]

I really like this tutorial, for some reason adding the addition that you don't need a specific tool anymore really helps. Maybe a weird human thing where you aren't comfortable because you start worrying you'll mess up and used the other tool, anyway good video ill be using this to replace an old switch I was meaning to fix.. Once the battery gets here.

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Awesome!

[@Retracted_claws]

Really excellent video because you showed the struggle and solution for getting the original battery out. Isopropl alcohol - good tip. Only suggestion is to show screw replacement in same order as removal...I believe the kickstand screw was out of order. Anyway, great video. Worked like a charm. Thanks!

[@LibtardsTears]

The only video that helped me remove the battery. Nobody else advises to poor alcohol around battery. I have a heat gun and that didn't work, at least I wasn't risking to blow up the battery from the extreme temperature. But alcohol definitely worked!

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Dude I’m so glad I could help!

[@DrJIMMI]

Same, that was a pro tip indeed!

[@zerg6205]

WHOOOOOOA! The rubbing Alcohol worked miracles! Thank you for that bit of knowledge about adhesives!

[@Antihero-4132]

Thanks for the video and tips!!

[@MellowPuffNZ]

Thank you very much for the video, much appreciated 🙂👍🏼

[@gerardo8av]

Ready didactic, and concise too. Thanks!

[@johnmanterola1864]

Thanks a lot bro helped so much!!!

[@gregyoun9343]

Can i replace it with new battery of v2 and does it need to replace the board?

[@guillaumebellevue6775]

How efficient is the new battery compared to the original? Thanks for the vidéo 👍

[@Topcomment94]

thank you brother nice tutorial video :)

[@HexagonZRU]

Finally, a good video that SHOWS a HAC-001(-1) aka V2 console, the rest just showed HAC-001 aka V1 consoles

[@Armbreakfire]

The side of the battery with the cable was angled and lifted up a bit more than other sides. It was easier to wedge the spudger underneath it. Removing the battery was easier once I focused on that side. I also used a good amount of alcohol.

[@MrGriffo117]

Mate you are a legend thank you

[@BlackRikke]

Just replaced my battery today. GREAT walkthrough. I do have one question - should I be at all concerned about some of the thermal paste sticking to the metal shield? it obviously goes right back to where it was before I took the shield off when i reinstall it, but didn't know if that was an issue.

[@zombie.k.i.n.c79]

I’d just clean it and add new same concepts at a pc if thermal paste seal is broken clean add new

[@user-ov7lh6kz8u]

Cool, thanks for the video! 😎

[@JoeDoesStuff]

No prob! Thanks for watching 😁

[@Soundwave85]

Excellent tutorial Sir! A question if I may is do you recommend any other USBC charging blocks/wall adapters for use with the Switch and preexisting USBC cables, or is it best to stick with the proprietary Nintendo charging AC adapter?

[@JoeDoesStuff]

You can use third party chargers. Just make sure the output is the same as the original. It’s written on the block that plugs into the wall. Probably 2.1 or 3 amps I’m guessing.

[@TheGamingUniverseIsAwesome]

Did you press down hard when clicking the wires into place with the battery? Because it won't click into place for me

[@kyullzz]

Thanks for the help great guide.

[@JoeDoesStuff]

No prob KD. Glad I could help!

[@spaid7f]

I SCREWED UP THE BATTERY, NOW I NEED TO BUY TWO!!

[@AJCoRePlays]

My V2 stop Turing on! Barely used, lived in dock! It doesn’t even get warm when trying to charge it directly from wall charger!

[@swed-t-pie8206]

Thank you so much. I successfully saved myself from buying my kid a new switch after he used a laptop charger on it.

[@contactsoap1382]

Thanks a ton!!! 😊😊😊

[@mamaharumi]

Do I need to worry about the thermal paste? Or will this repair not effect it and it's ability to cool properly?

[@Mohammed-roblox]

Thermal paste is there to cool down whatever its needed on replacing it isnt necessary unless you have literally nothing just dont touch anything else as nintendo charges 99 dollars for repairs

[@DoggydogCEO]

Great video :)

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Thanks 😁

[@OwlMetal]

Just a quick heads up! I did this today, and I think I may have used too much isopropanol Alcohol. The right corner of the screen has patches on it. I do not know if this is permanent😢 hopefully It drys out and corrects it self. AMAZING VIDEO BTW the best on KZbin for how to change switches battery.

[@thedecmyster1]

I can’t get the faceplate off, the screws at the top left and bottom right will not budge, they look too be different screws any ideas

[@lachlanseddon8005]

Just thinking how important is the quality of the adhesive like could you recommend other substitutes??

[@JoeDoesStuff]

It’s not super important. Regular double-sided tape would easily do the job.

[@weso18]

I’ve read that you’re supposed to replace the thermal compound anytime you remove the metal plate, but noticed you didn’t do this. No problems with the heat?

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Generally speaking yes. As long as you don’t remove any, usually you’re safe to work with the old.

[@jaygosch8705]

In this case, he isn't actually removing the heat sink. If you look closely, you can see that the heat sink metal goes from the processor to the fan. They put thermal compound between the heat sink and shield for a little added cooling. But it's not the main way the processor is cooled. If you did remove the heat sink from the processor, check whether the thermal compound has dried out. If it's not dried out, you can reuse it. If it's dried, it would be best to clean off the dried compound and apply fresh.

[@LuisC202]

Joe is this battery worth it?

[@SSGSativa]

Hello! Quick question... My battery is going to need to be replaced soon. If I replace it, once the new one is in and running, will my save data still be there (backed up and not backed up)? I cannot for the life of me find the answer to this question. When you put the battery back in and turned on your switch, was your account and save data still there?? Thanks! Edit: I spoke too soon. I saw your stuff was still there when you turned it on. Can you reassure all my game save data will be there? This just worries me very much.

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Lol I know the feeling. Yes everything will still be there.

[@SSGSativa]

@@JoeDoesStuff Omg, thank you!! you just saved me a lot of hair loss!!! I've been so worried because I have thousands of hours on my switch and those games and my save data for them are my life due to disabilities. I don't know what I'd do if I lost my save data. Thank you so much! You are the ONLY person that answered my question and that includes searching the net for a VERY long time! Thank you again and I hope you have an awesome one! I can rest easy now and not worry about when my switch battery dies! 😁😁😁🙏💯

[@JoeDoesStuff]

No problem! I hope you have a great weekend and a good repair!

[@SSGSativa]

@@JoeDoesStuff Thanks! When I do the repair/battery swap, I'll definitely be using your vid for the process! I'm also going to recommend this vid and your channel to others with the same question as myself as well as others that just want to know how to change the battery.

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Thanks! I really appreciate that. 😁👍

[@Captain_Yossarian]

Is there a 3rd party higher capacity battery you can get yet/now? I know the v2 switch had better battery life but was that a different battery or just efficiencies elsewhere?

[@JoeDoesStuff]

They both have the same battery from what I’ve read. The v2 I guess is just more efficient. The battery is a 4310mah battery. I found this 4550mah battery. Not much better but maybe half an hour more on time. amzn.to/3MquzeM

[@Captain_Yossarian]

@@JoeDoesStuff Thanks so much. Considering the hackability of the v1 would be great to get a higher capacity and get as much extra time as possible. Surprised someone hasn't made another or a mod in the last 5 years.

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Yeah at least a battery pack case or something.

[@Mohammed-roblox]

@@Captain_Yossarian Battery capacities arent the main factor as seen with the iphone of course theres been notable differences between the battery life on the 13 and 14 with the 14 having lower life as it has terrible battery management

[@kysierkevin]

Do you really need a new adhesive before putting on the new battery? I mean back in the psp days you just plugged the new battery in and it works

[@Stickyboy67]

Thats my question cause i aint got none

[@michaelfoote9581]

Is the adhesive optional cuz I aight doin and paying for allat

[@StabTheDabb]

I recently got my new battery but It didn’t come with any adhesive. You’re better off not using it incase the replacement fails

[@Galaxy-du9qj]

Do you need the tape cus i have none and cany buy it

[@ras4782]

Did you have on a static band or something

[@pedrotheman1]

I knew i had to get alcohol involved but couldn't think of a solution to get it to go in... A fucking straw, genius!

[@alvinalejandrodiazmarine9231]

Hello i follow the guide and everything is perfect but the new battery wont Charger it show the icon but after 4 hours with the nintendo Charger and different Chargers it's at 30% now any idea?

[@alvinalejandrodiazmarine9231]

From 50% when i connect the batery

[@Ilicia_08]

Is the glue 100% necessary? Or will the battery be ok without it?

[@secondary2nd]

I want to know, too. But I decide to use heat resist 3m double side tape. Because I just happen to have those tape. (3M 4920 double side tape) My part haven't arrived, so I haven't done it. If I were you, I will wiggle the battery, see if it wiggles without tape. If it wiggles, I definitely will apply some tape. Regular double side tape probably won't cause much issue... But I am no expert, maybe tape will melt or something.

[@a.camden4631]

How did this Battery perform long term? I seen bad reviews on this battery

[@Mohammed-roblox]

Probably a year or two batteries especially genuine sell for 10 dollars new on ebay always go genuine they have warranties and will last longest.

[@FatherMarley]

Want to ask, Can u use any type of alcohol? Thanks

[@neilk4862]

Probably not! Alcohol from the liquor store typically has sugar in it which isn't good for electrical components

[@itsmatt517]

I’m guessing they use all that glue on the original battery to discourage people from replacing it themselves?

[@krisvaras7801]

correct, it's exactly how phone manufacturers do.

[@chrisy4011]

Yea, voids warranty. Nintendo is stingy and are very adamant about alot of things. Lol.

[@mannydiaz215]

So after not using my switch 2 months or so I was trying to charge it , and not sure if it was dead at the time but I’m pretty sure it did drain the whole battery as you can see my switch doesn’t turn on , and with all the methods I have tried in KZbin holding down the power 15-20 second and then letting it go and finger press it one sec , and 5 other ways , no luck at all!! Tried over charging it for 2 days which was about 48 hours I suppose and nothing! My last bet is probably checking the battery pack and get a replacement other than that I hope that’s the problem

[@mannydiaz215]

Also yea I did use plenty of other usb type c chargers if you ever ask and no it didn’t work !!

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Yeah sounds like the battery may need to be replaced. Great job trouble shooting!

[@jaygosch8705]

I've run across the dead battery after sitting for a long time or if the device was left on and the battery drained too far down. What works most times is to connect a charger directly to the battery. Like jump starting your car. You need a charger or power supply with the voltage a little higher than the battery. For the switch, the battery is 3.7 volts, so a 5 volt charger would be good. You need bare wires from the charger and you need to know which is + and - (just like when you connect jumper cables to your car). You could use an old 5v charger that you don't use anymore and just cut off the plug that goes to the phone or whatever it was made to charge. You could do the same if you have an old cable for a USB charger. Leave the plug that goes into the "brick" that plugs in the wall and cut off the other end of the cable. You'll need to identify the + and - wires. A DC volt meter will do the trick. Harbor freight has cheap ones for under $10 in case you need one. Once you have figured out the + and -, just connect the + from the charger to the + on the battery and the - to the -. I usually let it charge for 15 to 30 minutes. Basically you want to get some charge in the battery so it can be charged normally the rest of the way. This "jump start" method bypasses the charging controls in the device, so you don't want to try to charge it all the way like this. Just enough to get it working normally again.

[@mannydiaz215]

@@jaygosch8705 thanks Jay ! It looked like the problem was not my battery , yeah I had ordered a new one and replaced it and I know usually it always comes at least 50% battery It started up from there and I had received a code shown on the screen and searched the code on Google and reviewed that it was a corrosion on the charging port not being able to charge so I had to replace and get that fixed.

[@Mohammed-roblox]

Overcharging is terrible for the battery have you seen samsung note 7s?

[@SVT_Maverick]

Wish you would’ve said how sensitive the battery connecter was.. just broke it off the board. 😢

[@Animedude74]

Can I just use regular double sided tape for the new battery

[@Mohammed-roblox]

Yep

[@sonic_fk8]

My nintendo switch will only show a black screen and a tiny charging symbol in the top left corner, am i in need of a new battery?

[@rampak1]

If the charging symbol just has a red bar at the end even after several hours on charge then I would say yes. That's what I found with mine anyway.

[@CB-qv2mf]

The screws on the sides by the joycons will not come out. Any suggestions?

[@Mohammed-roblox]

Its probably corroded which is something i forgot about as im about to fix my own honestly just use some alcohol

[@prodminicam]

2 of my screws are stripped, do you have any tips?

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Best way to fix this is with a dremel. Otherwise I just kind of pick at them with needle nose plyers. If you have super glue and the accelerator, you can glue an old bit or something to it.

[@timetogopsycho4502]

I've just changed the battery in my son switch because it wouldn't change with the old battery, just got a new battery for the switch removed the original put in battery in the switch works still won't charge 🤷🏼‍♂️ any help please

[@timetogopsycho4502]

It wouldn't charge not change 🤦🏼‍♂️😂😂

[@abhinavrad01]

can i use 70% iso prop alchohol to get the battery out and clean it?

[@Mohammed-roblox]

90 is stronger which is why it was shown here you can try though

[@B34RProductions]

My switch won’t turn on at all. My computer doesn’t recognize it when I plug it in when trying to put it in RCM mode using the tegra program. Does anyone here think replacing my battery will turn it on?

[@chadstore1196]

How long does the battery last

[@JoeDoesStuff]

When I had it the battery lasted forever. Never really tested to get a reading. I have the switch away tho so I don’t have it anymore.

[@Suekru3]

Some of the Isopropyl Alcohol got onto the motherboard and now it won't turn on

[@kevinteran5624]

Update on the battery?

[@JoeDoesStuff]

It's working 👍

[@CAArmy]

Great video! Hey I have a question Does a HAC-003 battery fit a HAC-001 console? Thanks

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Thanks Addiel! Yes it will work on the HAC-001.

[@CAArmy]

@@JoeDoesStuff Awesome! And one more thing... Do I really have to have adhesive in order to put the new battery in to stay in place securely? I don't have adhesive of sorts Thanks!

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Keeping things from moving is important for keeping a good connection. You could just fold over some packing tape or something though.

[@CAArmy]

@@JoeDoesStuff good idea! thanks man! subscribed!

[@chrisy4011]

Just replaced one on my sons, but it still doesn't turn on. Not even a charging indicator in the dock 🤦‍♂️

[@AJCoRePlays]

USB port needs replaced. Know how to solder?

[@ImLiterallyYourDaddy]

What type of battery does the nintendo switch use?

[@JoeDoesStuff]

I’m not quite sure what your question is… lithium ion

[@ImLiterallyYourDaddy]

@@JoeDoesStuff Oh its fine. Can you just send a link of the battery replacement you used? Thank you 😊

[@JoeDoesStuff]

amzn.to/3sQyMOw There ya go 😁

[@ImLiterallyYourDaddy]

@@JoeDoesStuff Thanks 😊

[@ImLiterallyYourDaddy]

@@JoeDoesStuff Sorry to bug you but another question. Will this improve nintendo switch battery life?

[@ray-a-day4561]

Thank you. Nintendo wanted to charge me $200 for this

[@JoeDoesStuff]

😳

[@openone3183]

My switch still doesn’t turn on after the battery has been replaced. Do all the screws have to been in for the switch to turn on? Missing one of the side screws where the joycons are located

[@JoeDoesStuff]

No they don’t. Did the switch have any water damage?

[@Bley_12]

Have you had any issues with that battery?

[@JoeDoesStuff]

None.

[@SSmith-bn4et]

What if you've replaced the battery and the screen doesn't come on

[@MCraven120]

Mightve shorted something.

[@jacobray9711]

I wouldn’t use alcohol if you’re planning on sending back to Nintendo! Alcohol will trigger the moisture indicators.

[@JoeDoesStuff]

There are no moisture indicators in the battery compartment. Also, why would send it back to Nintendo if you’re replacing the battery?

[@krispewkrem3]

So tired of shitty batteries that are almost permanently installed yet don’t last even a few years. You think they would understand these batteries eventually fail and gotta be swapped. But I guess they make more money if you just throw it away and get a new one.

[@johndandy6943]

I don't need a battery I just enjoy the music

[@JoeDoesStuff]

Thanks John!

[@nrikhy2793]

planet unfriendly product.

[@yelenaknudsen4406]

I just found this video. After I send it to nintendo company for repair. If I found this video sooner I would repair it myself. ..my nintedo won't charge with the new charger, or even on the dock. Agh..I hope they will send it back..and won't charge a ridiculous amount of money.

[@AJCoRePlays]

They don’t tell you price until they have it?

[@jaymesjmathias9390]

The alcohol worked for me, I think your problem was spilling it, I got every ounce of my drink down, didn't spill a drop mind you.

[@s1lentcalib3r]

Is the the same mah as the stock one or did you get a bigger one

[@no_misaki]

My guy you should definitely replace the thermal paste. It isn't designed to be disturbed and reapplied like you've shown here so there's a high risk someone will follow your guide and wind up with an overheating console when they fire it back up.

[@Animedude74]

What is thermal paste

[@Mohammed-roblox]

@@Animedude74 Its in the name its just paste to cool down components