Introduction
Follow this guide to open your Logitech M170 wireless mouse.
Opening your mouse gives you access to clean its internals, troubleshoot mechanical problems, or replace a part.
What you need
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Before starting, slide the power switch on the bottom of your mouse to the left, so it's in the OFF position.
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Press down on the battery cover and slide it away from the mouse to remove it.
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Use your fingers to lift the end of the battery and slide it out of its recess.
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There are five clips located around the perimeter of the top shell that slide into the bottom shell.
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The clips can be accessed through cutouts on the bottom of the mouse.
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Insert the flat edge of an opening pick under the outer edge of the left click button.
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Tilt the pick so it's flat and slide it towards the rear of the mouse to release the back left clip—this will also release the rear clip.
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Leave the pick inserted near the rear of the shell for the next step.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
Reuse or Recycle—Never put discarded electronic parts in household waste. Visit Logitech Recycling to find your nearest recycling points, including the option to mail back old devices to Logitech for free if there’s no convenient solution in your area. You can also take your e-waste to any R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler. And don’t let good working parts or repaired devices die a slow death in your sock drawer—pass them along to someone who can use them.
Share your experience—Leave a comment here or send your feedback directly to Logitech at repair@logitech.com to help shape future repair guides and product design.
