Surface Laptop 4 (13.5-inch) repairability

What to check before buying

Replacement parts

Battery, SSD and fan each have replacement guides.

Repair documentation

The battery is adhered in place, and iFixit calls for new adhesive during reassembly.

Battery adhesive

The battery guide specifies replacement adhesive.

Battery

The battery is adhered in place, and iFixit calls for new adhesive during reassembly. An SSD upgrade is a separate operation.

SSD and charging

SSD removal is documented before major repairs; the Surface Connect port also has its own guide. This is the 13.5-inch chassis, not the 15-inch model.