Sony WF-1000XM3 Battery Replacement
Do your Sony WF-1000XM3 earbuds die fast or won’t hold a charge? A fresh battery can bring back full listening time. This guide shows you how to swap the battery in each earbud and reset them when you’re done.
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Shop WF-1000XM3 Batteries: $21.99What You’ll Need
- 2 replacement batteries (one for each earbud)
Tools (not included):
- Small thin blade, like a box cutter
- Spreader tool, small flathead screwdriver or butter knife
- Small Phillips screwdriver
Step-by-Step: How to Replace the Sony WF-1000XM3 Battery
Step 1: Loosen the cover
Cut into the seam with a small thin blade to start separating the plastic cover. Then slide a spreader tool, small flathead or butter knife in and work all the way around to loosen the adhesive.
Step 2: Remove the cover
Once it’s loose, pry the cover up with your thumbnail, working all the way around.
Step 3: Remove the two screws
Remove the two screws under the cover with a small Phillips screwdriver.
Step 4: Fold open the housing
Lift the housing piece and fold it over to reach the battery.
Tip: A small ribbon connects the two parts. Be very careful not to break it.
Step 5: Remove the old battery
Pry the battery up with your thumb. There is a little adhesive, so go gently. If a small metal tab is attached to the old battery, remove it and slide it onto the new battery.
Step 6: Install the new battery
Place the new battery in the housing. Fold the other piece back over the top and reinstall the two screws.
Step 7: Snap the cover back on
Press the cover back into place. It should snap in and stay on when it’s installed correctly.
Step 8: Reset the earbud
Put the earbud back in the case. When the red light comes on, hold the touchpad. The light blinks and then goes off. Release the touchpad, and when the light comes back on the earbud has reset. Repeat for the other earbud.
Bring your WF-1000XM3 battery life back.
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Get WF-1000XM3 Batteries: $21.99Why Do the Sony WF-1000XM3 Batteries Wear Out?
Earbud batteries are tiny rechargeable cells, and every charge cycle wears them down a little. After a few years of daily use they hold less charge, so the earbuds die sooner or won’t charge at all. That’s normal battery aging, not a defect.
Swapping in fresh cells is much cheaper than buying new earbuds. Our 2-pack covers both earbuds in one repair.
All Replacement Batteries for the Sony WF-1000XM3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are tools included?
No. You need a small thin blade, a spreader tool or small flathead, and a small Phillips screwdriver.
How many batteries come in a pack?
Two, so you can replace both earbuds.
Do I need glue to put the cover back on?
Usually not. The cover snaps back into place. A small dab of super glue is an option if it won’t stay, but it shouldn’t be needed when it’s installed correctly.
Do I need to reset the earbuds afterward?
Yes. Put each earbud in the case and do the touchpad reset in step 8.
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