Motorola GK40 Battery Guide and Factory Reset Instructions


About the Motorola GK40 Battery

The Motorola GK40 battery is a high-capacity rechargeable lithium-ion battery commonly used in a variety of Motorola smartphones, such as the Moto E4, E5 Play, and G4 Play. With a typical capacity of 2800mAh, it offers reliable power for daily use.

How to Replace a Motorola GK40 Battery

  1. Power off your Motorola device completely.
  2. Carefully remove the back cover using your fingernail or a plastic prying tool.
  3. Lift the GK40 battery from the bottom using the notch provided.
  4. Insert the new GK40 battery by aligning the contacts correctly.
  5. Reattach the back cover and power on your device.

Tip: Always use an original or certified GK40 replacement battery for safety and compatibility.

How to Factory Reset a Motorola GK40

If your Motorola GK40 device is experiencing software issues or you plan to sell it, a factory reset can restore it to its original settings.

Factory Reset via Settings (if accessible):

  1. Go to Settings.
  2. Select System > Reset options.
  3. Tap Erase all data (factory reset).
  4. Confirm your selection and wait for the device to restart.

Factory Reset via Recovery Mode (if the phone won’t boot):

  1. Power off the device completely.
  2. Press and hold Power + Volume Down buttons simultaneously until the boot menu appears.
  3. Use the volume buttons to navigate to Recovery Mode and press the Power button to select.
  4. When the Android logo appears, hold the Power button and press Volume Up once.
  5. Use the volume buttons to select Wipe data/factory reset and confirm with the Power button.
  6. After the reset is complete, select Reboot system now.

Note: A factory reset will erase all user data, so make sure to back up important files beforehand.


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