How to Replace a Dead or Failing Battery in the Beats Solo Pro Wireless Headphones (DIY Repair Tutorial)

Do your Beats Solo Pro wireless headphones refuse to power on, require frequent recharging, or shut down unexpectedly even when the battery hasn’t dropped to 1%? Do they deliver significantly shorter playback time or fail to charge when connected to a power source? These are common signs of a dead or failing battery. Replacing it with a genuine part can restore battery life.

In this DIY repair guide, we show you how to replace a dead or failing battery in the Beats Solo Pro headphones at home with original replacement parts. Find the tools and genuine spares below.

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Repair Difficulty

Moderate / Requires 45-60 minutes to complete.

This repair involves carefully handling delicate internal components, including cables, connectors, battery, and small screws. While prior soldering experience can help, it’s not essential. With the right tools, a bit of patience, and attention to detail, you can replace the battery in the Beats Solo Pro headphones yourself.

Replacement Parts You’ll Need

Restore the battery health and playback time of your Beats Solo Pro Bluetooth headphones by installing a genuine battery. Select the OEM replacement parts from the drop-down menu below to bring your device back to peak working condition.

• Beats By Dre Studio 2 3 Pro Solo Pro Wired Wireless Battery 640mAh (New) - Parts

• Beats Solo Pro Wireless Die-Cut Ear Pad Cushion Adhesive Tape

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Tools You’ll Need

Before you replace the Beats Solo Pro’s battery, gather the following tools. Using the correct instruments will help you complete the repair successfully. We used the following tools and recommend them for a safe, professional-quality DIY fix at home.

• 1.5mm Phillips Screwdriver
• 1.5mm Flathead Screwdriver
• Precision Tweezers
• Strong Metal Pry Tool
• Precision Electronic Wire Cutters (Pliers)
• Soldering Iron
• Heat Gun
• Heat-Proof Anti-Static Rubber Work Mat

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Step-by-Step DIY Guide to Replacing a Dead or Failing Battery in the Beats Solo Pro Wireless Bluetooth Headphones Yourself

In this DIY repair guide, we will show you how to fix a no-charge issue by replacing a dead or failing battery in your Beats Solo Pro headphones. Follow each step carefully and use the accompanying images as a visual guide to complete the repair with confidence.

The battery in the Beats by Dre Solo Pro wireless headphones is inside the left earcup. So, for this repair, we will only work on the left side.

Step 1: Extract the Left Earpad Cushion

1.1. Insert a strong metal pry tool into the seam between the earpad cushion and the earcup, then apply gentle pressure to break the adhesive tape.

1.2. Once you break the adhesive tape from around the perimeter, use your fingers to separate the earpad cushion from the earcup housing, then set it aside.

Step 2: Remove the Speaker Housing

2.1. Unfasten four 1.5mm Phillips screws from the speaker housing.

2.2. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the speaker housing and pry it away from the earcup. Don’t pull too hard, as you may tear the wires underneath.

2.3. Gently peel back the double-sided adhesive tape holding the ribbon cable to the speaker housing.

2.4. Unsolder the speaker wires. Take a photo of the connection for reference during reassembly.

2.5. Unfasten two 1.5mm Phillips screws from the metal plate connecting the speaker ribbon to the power button, then set the hardware aside on the rubber work mat.

2.6. Unplug the speaker ribbon from the power button PCB with a flathead screwdriver, then set the speaker aside.

Step 3: Pull Out the Power Button

3.1. Unplug the ribbon cable connecting the power button to the PCB, then pull the button out and set it aside.

3.2. Remove the power button pusher and store it safely.

Step 4: Separate the Speaker Cup

4.1. Peel the sticker to reveal the Phillips screw underneath.

4.2. Unfasten the Phillips screw securing the speaker cup.

4.3. Use a heat gun to soften the adhesive securing the wire and ribbon cable to the speaker cup, then peel them away with a flathead screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the wire or the ribbon cable.

4.4. Grab the headband with your hands, pull the speaker cup till all the gaskets pop off the assembly, then set the speaker cup aside.

Step 5: Extract the Old Battery

5.1. Apply heat around the wire and ribbon cable to soften the adhesive holding them down, then remove the residue using a flathead screwdriver.

Quick Note: The adhesive tends to harden over time and may tear the wire or ribbon cable. We recommend removing the old adhesive to improve your headphones’ longevity.

5.2. Unfasten 6 Phillips screws securing the gasket.

5.3. Insert a strong metal pry tool under the headband slider panels and slide the top panel down and away from the metal slider.

5.4. Peel the earcup away from the slider hinge to free up space for your repair.

5.5. Insert a strong metal pry tool under the battery, then gently pry up to extract it from the housing.

5.6. Pull the battery wire away from the connector while heating the terminal to soften the adhesive.

5.7. While the adhesive is soft, remove any excess residue from around the battery connector.

Step 6: Install a New Battery

6.1. Grab a new battery and plug it into the Bluetooth board.

6.2. Place the battery in the housing, then press down to secure it.

6.3. Align the tabs under the gasket with the notches in the battery housing, then fasten it with six 1.5mm Phillips screws.

Step 7: Reassemble Your Beats Solo Pro Headphones

7.1. Slide the notch under the screw, then push the two panels together to lock the headband slider.

7.2. Feed the wire and ribbon cable through the hole in the speaker cup.

7.3. Align the speaker cup with the gasket such that the ends of the gasket are visible through the hole in the speaker cup.

7.4. Fasten the single Phillips screw on the speaker cup.

7.5. Feed the ends of each gasket into the hole in the speaker cup with a metal pry tool, and pull it out from the other end using pliers. Be careful not to cut into the gasket with the pliers.

7.6. Reinstall the button pusher and line up the button PCB with the 2 screw holes on the earcup housing.

7.7. Plug in the ribbon cable.

7.8. Reconnect the speaker ribbon.

7.9. Place the metal plate back on top of the button PCB, then fasten 2 Phillips screws to secure the assembly.

7.10. Resolder the speaker wires using the reference photo to make sure the wires are back in the correct order.

7.11. Place the speaker housing on top of the speaker cup, ensure the wires don’t foul the screw holes, then secure the assembly with four 1.5mm Phillips screws.

7.12. Peel old adhesive residue from the earpad cushion and earcup housing.

7.13. Grab the earpad tape, align the holes with the notches on the earpad cushion, then paste the double-sided adhesive tape on the earpad cushion.

7.14. Peel the top cover off the adhesive tape, align the earpad cushion with the earcup, then press down till the adhesive bonds.

Congratulations! Your Beats Solo Pro Wireless Bluetooth Headphones are Ready to Use

You have fixed the no-charge issue on the Beats Solo Pro Bluetooth headphones by replacing the dead or failing battery. Check charging stability, audio quality, button response, Bluetooth pairing, and playback time to confirm the device is functioning properly.

If you found this guide helpful and want to try DIY gadget repair, check out our store for essential tools and spare parts. You can also check out our at-home headphone repair guides for other popular brands, including Apple, Beats, Bose, and Sony.

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