What tools do I need to replace the battery on my HP Spectre x360 - 15-ap012dx

[rclowe]

What tools do I need to replace the battery on my HP Spectre x360 - 15-ap012dx. I also have a larger SSD HD I would like to put in, so any recommendations for a tool kit would be most appreciated. I used to have one, but it has disappeared. I have found my wrist strap, if we still need those.

[BeemerBiker]

This should be your laptop or close to it

https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/HP+Spectre+x360+15-Inch+(15t-ap000)+Battery+Replacement/141004

There is a parts list here but I had to guess the product ID

Please go there and put in your serial number to be sure the battery number is 

831731-850

ASSY-BATT 3C 64WHr 5.68Ah PG03064XL-PL

https://www.google.com/search?q=hp+%22831731-850%22

also aliexpress

but aliexpress usually does not provide a kit including tools.

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

Hi:

Chapter 4, page 16 of the service manual has the list of required tools needed to open up the notebook.

HP Spectre x360 Convertible PC Maintenance and Service GuideIMPORTANT! This document is intended for...

Find a laptop tool kit that has the Philips P0 size screwdriver.

Amazon.com : laptop tool kit

Pry tools are also handy in case the bottom cover needs to be separated.

[rclowe]

Thanks, what I ended up ordering was this:

ZTHY 65Wh PG03XL Battery Replacement for HP Spectre X360 15-AP0000 15T-AP000 15-AP011DX 15-AP012DX 15-AP000NF 15-AP000NX 15-AP001NF 15-AP002NG 831758

[rclowe]

Thanks. I'm thinking this "Phillips P0 screw driver" is for the star shaped screws - was wondering about them.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome. 

The star shaped screws are Torx screws. 

A Philips P0 screwdriver is a standard Philips head screwdriver with a thin driver end.