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PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement

Introduction

Follow this guide to replace the CMOS battery (aka coin cell battery or RTC battery) in your PlayStation 5 Pro.

If your PlayStation's date and time settings are out of sync or not saving, you may need to replace the CMOS battery.

What you need

  1. PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Before you begin: step 1, image 1 of 3 PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Before you begin: step 1, image 2 of 3 PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Before you begin: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Before starting your repair:

    • Shut down your PlayStation and unplug all cables and accessories.

    • Remove any stands supporting your console and lay it down so the right side is facing up.

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  2. PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Remove the lower right cover: step 2, image 1 of 3 PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Remove the lower right cover: step 2, image 2 of 3 PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Remove the lower right cover: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • The cover is secured with hooks along the back edge and clips along the front edge.

    • Firmly pull up the front edge of the larger, lower cover to release the clips.

    • You'll hear distinct "pops" as the clips disengage.

    • To reinstall the cover, place the hooks into their cutouts along the rear edge and firmly press the front edge of the cover into place to re‑engage the three clips.

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  4. PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Unscrew the CMOS battery cover: step 3, image 1 of 2 PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Unscrew the CMOS battery cover: step 3, image 2 of 2
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    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to fully loosen the captive screw securing the CMOS battery cover (the screw will stay in the cover—don't try to remove it).

    • You can also use a wide, flathead screwdriver to loosen the screw.

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  5. PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Remove the CMOS battery cover: step 4, image 1 of 3 PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Remove the CMOS battery cover: step 4, image 2 of 3 PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Remove the CMOS battery cover: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Use your fingers to grip the cover's screw and remove the cover.

    • During reassembly, insert the cover's tab into its slot before laying the cover down.

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  6. PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Remove the CMOS battery: step 5, image 1 of 3 PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Remove the CMOS battery: step 5, image 2 of 3 PlayStation 5 Pro CMOS Battery Replacement, Remove the CMOS battery: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Use the point of a spudger to gently pry up the CMOS battery.

    • Remove the CMOS battery.

    • During reassembly, insert the battery negative (—) side down into the recess and press it into place.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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