Removing The Battery - Dell Latitude 3340 2-in-1 Service Manual

● Do not expose the battery to high temperatures, or disassemble battery packs and cells.
● Do not apply pressure to the surface of the battery.
● Do not bend the battery.
● Do not use tools of any kind to pry on or against the battery.
● Ensure any screws during the servicing of this product are not lost or misplaced, to prevent accidental
puncture or damage to the battery and other system components.
● If the battery gets stuck inside your computer as a result of swelling, do not try to release it as puncturing,
bending, or crushing a lithium-ion battery can be dangerous. In such an instance, contact Dell technical
support for assistance. See www.dell.com/contactdell.
● Always purchase genuine batteries from
● Swollen batteries should not be used and should be replaced and disposed properly. For guidelines on how to
handle and replace swollen Lithium-ion batteries, see

Removing the battery

Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in
2. Remove the base cover.
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the battery and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
Steps
1. Use the pull tab to disconnect the battery cable from the connector on the system board.
2. Loosen the five captive screws that secure the battery to the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
3. Lift the battery off the palm-rest and keyboard assembly.
Before working inside your
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Handling swollen Lithium-ion
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