Learn how to replace the battery and the battery cable on Dell Pro 13 Premium PA13250 / PA14250. This video shows how to remove and install the battery and battery cable on Dell Pro 13 Premium PA13250 or Dell Pro 14 Premium PA14250. Before you begin, power off the computer, and disconnect all the attached peripherals. Ensure that you always use ESD protection when working inside the system. If you need more information or assistance, go to: Dell.com/Support.
In this video, we will demonstrate how to replace the battery and battery cable on your Dell Pro 13 or 14 premium. Before you begin, create a recovery drive and back up all data. After the data backup is completed, turn the computer off and disconnect all attached peripherals.
To enter service mode, press and hold the B key and then press the power button. The computer will boot up and the Owner Tag information is displayed on the screen. Press any key to proceed. The computer will emit three short beeps and shut down. Ensure that you always use ESD protection when working inside the computer.
To begin, loosen the seven captive screws that secure the base cover to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly. Next, use a plastic scribe to pry open the base cover. Start from the indent near the left hinge. Continue prying along the top and sides of the base cover to release And remove it. Disconnect the battery cable from its connector on the system board. Loosen the four captive screws that secure the battery to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly. Then remove the battery.
To remove the battery cable, turn the battery over. Peel the tape that secures cable to the battery. Disconnect it from the connector on the battery. Unroute the cable from the routing guides. Then remove the cable. To install the battery cable. Align and route the battery cable through the routing guide on the battery. Then connect the cable to the connector on the battery. Adhere the tape that secures the battery cable to the battery. Using the alignment posts, align and place the battery on the palm-rest assembly. Tighten the four captive screws that secure the battery to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly. Then connect the cable to the battery cable connector on the system board. Align and place base cover on the palm-rest and keyboard assembly. Then, snap it into place.
Tighten the seven captive screws on the cover. Once the computer is fully assembled, connect the power adapter, and press the power button to turn on the computer. Note: The computer will only power on if the power adapter is connected. For more information about your Dell Pro 13 or 14 Premium, visit Dell.com/Support.
