How to carefully remove the watch from the metal bracelet Xiaomi: instructions with photos and tips

Xiaomi smartwatch metal bracelets look stylish and reliable, but their design often raises questions among users. The main problem is how to safely remove the watch body without damaging the latches or the device itself. Unlike silicone straps, metal bracelets (especially the Xiaomi Watch S1, Mi Band 7 Pro or Redmi Watch 3 Active) are equipped with hidden locking mechanisms that are not always obvious.

In this article, you will find step-by-step instructions with visual cues, a list of tools you need, and unique tips for unscratched disassembly. We will also look at the common mistakes that cause latches to break, and explain why some models (such as the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro) require a special approach. If you plan to replace a strap or clean the case, this guide will help you get it right the first time.

What Xiaomi models have removable metal bracelets

Not all Xiaomi smartwatches come with removable metal bracelets, and here is a list of popular models where the case can be removed without damage:

• 📌 Xiaomi Watch S1 (version S1 Pro and S1 Active) - classic metal bracelet with a lock button.
• 📌 Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro – bracelet with magnetic latch, requires accuracy when disassembling.
• 📌 Redmi Watch 3 Active - budget model with a simplified shooting mechanism.
• 📌 Mi Band 7 Pro (metal version) - miniature latches, easy to damage if you carelessly handle.
• 📌 Amazfit GTR 4 (compatible with the Xiaomi ecosystem) – a bracelet with a screw mount.

Note: Mi Band 6 and older (except Pro versions) usually come with non-removable silicone straps. If your bracelet is not listed above, check the documentation or contact a service center - trying to disassemble a non-removable design can lead to a loss of warranty.

The tools you will need to take off

For careful extraction of watches from the Xiaomi metal bracelet, prepare the following tools:

⚠️ Warning: Do not use metal screwdrivers or knives, they leave scratches on the body and bracelet. If you do not have a plastic blade at hand, it can be replaced with a bank card or a guitar mediator.

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Before starting work, take a photo of the bracelet from all sides - this will help to properly assemble it back if the latches are symmetrical.

Step-by-step: how to remove the watch from the bracelet

The removable algorithm depends on the type of attachment, and below is a general-purpose instruction that is suitable for most Xiaomi models with metal bracelets.

Step 1: Preparation of the device

Turn off the watch and turn it off (if possible) to prevent accidental tapping of the sensor during disassembly. If the model does not support shutdown (e.g. Mi Band 7 Pro), put it in flight mode.

Step 2: Determination of the type of attachment

Look at the bracelet on the back.

• 🔹 Lock button (pressed by screwdriver or spatula).
• 🔹 Magnetic latch (requires a shift to the side).
• 🔹 Screwdriver (Torx screwdriver needed) T4/T5).

Step 3: Remove the body

For models with a lock button (for example, Xiaomi Watch S1):

1. Place the watch on a soft surface (towel).
2. Insert a plastic blade into the gap between the case and the bracelet from the button side.
3. Carefully press the button through the shoulder blade, at the same time pull the body up.

For models with a magnetic latch (Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro):

1. Hold the bracelet with one hand.
2. Move the body sideways (usually counterclockwise) before clicking.
3. Lift the body up without putting too much effort.

Step 4: Integrity Testing

After extraction, inspect:

• 🔍 Bracelet latches – they should not be bent.
• 🔍 Charging contacts - they should not be scratched.
• 🔍 Sealing gums (if any) – they should not be torn.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even with careful disassembly, users often make mistakes that lead to the bracelet or watch breaking, and here are the most common ones:

⚠️ Warning: If you feel resistance to remove the case, don't use force, you've probably missed the lock. Stop and check the bracelet again for hidden buttons.

• ❌ Use of metal tools → Solution: wrap the screwdriver in a tape.
• ❌ Pressure on the touch screen → Solution: Turn off the clock before disassembly.
• ❌ Distortion of the housing during removal → Solution: Pull strictly upwards, no rotation.
• ❌ Ignoring magnetic latches → Trying to pull the hull out by force. Solution: move it sideways, not up.

Be especially careful with Mi Band 7 Pro models – their miniature latches break at the slightest skew. If you are not sure of your abilities, you should contact the Xiaomi service center (the cost of removing the bracelet is from 300 to 800 rubles depending on the model).

How to collect the bracelet back: tips and nuances

Installing the case in the bracelet is often more difficult than removing.

1. Combine contacts: Before fixing, make sure that the charging contacts on the case and bracelet match.
2. Click to click: For models with a lock button (Xiaomi Watch S1), you should hear a distinct click.
3. Check the mobility: after assembly, the body should not dangle. If there is a backlash, the latch did not lock.

For models with magnetic mounting (Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro):

• 🧲 Apply the body to the bracelet at an angle of 15-20 degrees.
• 🧲 With a light press, move it to a characteristic click.
• 🧲 Pull up - if the body is not removed, the fixation was successful.

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If after assembly the watch is not charged, check the purity of the contacts with alcohol - it is possible that dirt or fat from the fingers got on them.

Cleaning and care of metal bracelet after removal

While the watch case is removed, it is convenient to clean the bracelet and contacts.

1.Brushing the bracelet

• 🧼 Use a soft toothbrush and soap solution to remove dirt between the links.
• 🧼 For persistent pollution, an ultrasonic bath (5-10 minutes in the mode for jewelry) is suitable).
• 🧼 Avoid abrasives – they scratch the coating.

2. Cleaning contacts

• 🔌 Wipe the charging contacts with a cotton swab soaked in isopropyl alcohol.
• 🔌 Don’t use wet wipes – they leave fibers behind.
• 🔌 For oxidized contacts, an eraser is suitable (make sure to rub the surface with it carefully).

⚠️ Do not immerse the watch body in water, even if the model has 5 protection. ATM. When removing the bracelet, the sealing gums can shift, which will lead to the penetration of moisture inside the device.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing Xiaomi bracelets