How to Repair an IPOD Nano and Other Models

Whether you want to buy an IPod for cheap on eBay and repair it or you have your own IPod that needs repair you can do it yourself and this article can help.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• Tweezers
• Pocket Knife
• Electrical Tape
• Internet Access

1. First you must decide which component of your IPod is broken. If the part isn't obvious, like the screen is cracked, then you may have to replace parts one at a time until you find the problem. The good thing is the battery and screen are the two components that cause most of the problems.
2. Next go to eBay and purchase a screen and/or battery for your IPod model. I have purchased screens for $11 and batteries for $7.
3. Go to YouTube.com where you can find articles that show you how to separate the IPod apart. Just slip your knife down the side of the IPod and twist. Do this slowly all the way down both sides. Becareful not to crack your IPod case.
4. Unplug the old battery/screen or cust the wires. Attach the new battery by plugging it up or splicing the wires together. This is where the tweezers will come in handy. If you are splicing wire together, cut the electrical tape into tiny squares. Use the tweezers to apply the tape the cover the bare wires.
5. Charge your IPod and test it to see if it works before putting it back together. This will save you from taking it apart again.

Tips & Warnings

• Take your time. Don't rush.
• Be gentle.
• Take care not to crack your IPod casing.
• Don't take your IPod apart too much or it will have a hard time staying together.