Replacing your iBook's battery

You can replace the main battery for an iBook computer. Additional information is available at http://www.apple.com/batteries/replacements.html.

Be sure to follow the instructions in this article carefully. Failure to follow these instructions could result in damage to your equipment and may void your warranty.

Replacing the battery in your computer requires three basic steps:

• Turn off the computer.
  
• Remove the battery.
  
• Install the new battery.

Tools Required
The only tool required for this procedure is a coin or a flat-blade screwdriver.

Removing the Installed Battery

1. Place your computer on a clean, flat surface.
   
2. Shut down your computer, then disconnect all cables.
   
3. Turn over the computer and with a flat-blade screwdriver or a coin, turn the battery screws counterclockwise to release the battery door.
   
4. Pull the battery pull tab to remove the battery.
   
   
   
   Removing the Battery

Installing the Replacement Battery

1. Install the new battery.
   
2. Secure the battery door.
   
3. Turn your computer upright and reconnect all cables.
   
4. Restart your computer.

Warning: Never turn on your computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can damage your computer or cause injury.

Related documents

88121: Replacing the battery in an iBook (Dual USB) or iBook (Late 2001) computer