How to SUCCESSFULLY pair replacement earbud for Sony WF-1000XM5!

If you're like me and lost a Sony WF-1000XM5 earbud, had a super hard time finding instructions to re-pair them, and don't want to be extorted for a replacement, follow the steps in this video and the instructions below! It worked for me and I hope it works for you.
1. Put both the earbuds into the case, keep the lid open, you should get a flashing LED , 3 times
2. Next press and hold the button on the back of the case for about 15 seconds
3. The LED should flash (orange), then let go of the button on the case within 5 seconds
4. The case should now flash the LED in a green colour, 4 times. then the LED will turn off.
5. They should be paired, if it doesn't work, try from step 2 again.
* If it doesn't end up working, the issue might be that each earbud is on a different firmware. Check the Headphones app to find your models firmware and ensure your potential replacement matches BEFORE you order! *

[@cifer0372]

Thanks so much!

[@bithooked]

Thanks. I was in this exact situation and was struggling to re-pair the eBay purchased bud. I had held down the button for a long time in my own attemps, just from guesswork, but apparently not 15 seconds. That worked.

[@darwinsingh8438]

Wow didnt think id find a guide...getting my replacemenf earbud soon. Will be back. Thanks man. Saviour

[@moistsuprise7827]

did it work?

[@darwinsingh8438]

@@moistsuprise7827 havent got them yet. Will let you know maybe 2 weeks from now when i get them

[@jstanish8]

​@@moistsuprise7827YOU'RE DAMN RIGHT IT WORKED (well atleast I hope it did)

[@BourbonOfTheWeek]

Dang this is so helpful!

[@geraldbergado5111]

If I only have left earbud, I cannot pair it to other devices. Is it so?

[@thefishkid1]

My brother!

[@PhilipWilson-tb9wl]

How can I pair to new device.

[@TheSkeptic_1]

What do you do if you bought a secondhand set on eBay, and no amount of holding down the button changes the light to either amber or blue? I'm tempted to return my order if someone just tossed two unpaired and incompatible buds into a case and sold as-is.

[@jstanish8]

Hard to say, if you had two earbuds with seperate firmware (that you can only tell by pairing with the app), then this might not work. If the set pairs with the app on your phone, they should be usable or you should be able to grab info such as firmware number to help figure potential solutions.

[@kilmad]

Could be firmware issue but also try with the lid open it was the only way I got mine to work

[@JacobSmith-zw8ci]

WOW! I’m gonna buy Sony earbuds, lose one and buy a replacement just to do this!