How to Replace a Clock Movement

This page explains how to replace a broken quartz clock movement. If you haven't already tried the general troubleshooting tips, we encourage you to do this first. A repair may not be necessary. To request help or replacement parts, contact us.

Before getting started, download our instruction sheet.

Follow this video to change a movement with a pendulum.

(While playing, press 'F' or click the full-screen button in the bottom right corner of the video to enlarge. Click the 'CC' button for closed captions.)



Follow this video to change a movement with no pendulum.

(While playing, press 'F' or click the full-screen button in the bottom right corner of the video to enlarge. Click the 'CC' button for closed captions.)



Follow this video to replace the plastic pendulum swinger arm.

(While playing, press 'F' or click the full-screen button in the bottom right corner of the video to enlarge. This one has no spoken instructions so no captions.)


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