How to Repair an iPod Nano 4th Generation

[jennikifm2]

i have problems with my ipod nano too, it has 2gb and it was just fine, but now it wont turn on V.V

[extremebiker98]

how do i fix my ipod 4g the screen is verry dark how do i fix it

[SURXTRECE13]

Hey i need help! My ipod 4g it don want to turn on.. Wel it does turn on it showes apple then menu then it shuts down pls help me

[PowerbookMedic]

@SURXTRECE13 - You likely need to get your device professionally diagnosed. It is likely you'll need to replace the logic board.

[thebeazt12]

hi i need help. I got a ipod nano 4th generation and the screen is white and I cant restore or restart it and itunes doesnt recognize it how can I fix my ipod???

[PowerbookMedic]

@thebeazt12 - You will likely need to replace your logic board. You can give us a call at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.

[KnightRider2351]

thanks for the video, great step by step instructions.

I needed to take apart my ipod to replace the click wheel, and now that i've done that i need to put it back together; which i think is going to be more difficult than taking it apart. Do u have a video and or suggestions on assembling the ipod back together?

Also, should i use an adhesive? and is so what type?

[dakkoss198]

hi can u help me i dropped my ipod nano 5th gen and when i shake it the holder switch makes a rattling sound. will it escalate that the switch will eventaully come off

[PowerbookMedic]

@dakkoss198 - It's hard to say without seeing it. If it is working fine, then it is likely another component (likely cosmetic) is loose and causing the rattling.

[dakkoss198]

@PowerbookMedic alright thanks man

[shirleyxxxxx]

hey, i really need some help with my ipod, the hold switch is not working, i can switch it back and forth but it wont turn on. some help would be appreciated! :)

[siknik24]

@shirleyxxxxx same here. did he respond to u yet?

[yourtube1234567]

@everything4ipod

You made that comment 21 hours ago. (Jan 28, 2012)

You said you were giving away one as soon as you hit 2,000 subs.

You posted a video on Jan 17, 2012 that stated that you hit 2,000 subs on Jan 16, 2012. How are you still giving away the ipod if it's already too late to sub?

[everything4ipod]

@yourtube1234567 I am still giving it away I said once I hit 2k subs I will start the giveaway not end it.

[evanjones89]

my ipod nano got water damage. i dried it out completely and did not power it on until i was sure it was dry.

it did not turn on so i put it on the charger. it powered up and the screen and scroll wheel work great while on the charger as soon as i remove it it shuts off. do you think its a battery issue?

your help would be appreciated.

thanks

[Cyberlyft]

Got all the way to removing the ribbon cable from the screen. The clip was so delicate that I broke it with little force. Be careful. Bye bye iPod

[germany1314]

sir i need some help. i dropped my ipod nano 4th gen and it is stuck on the apple logo. ive tried restoring but it just restarts back to the apple logo. can you suggest anything?

[PowerbookMedic]

@germany1314 - You likely need to replace your logic board.

[mcamac1]

lol i totally ripped the ribbon off. oh well

[MrMissBones]

hey, can you please help me? my ipod had a little trip to the washing machine (about 4 weeks ago). i tried turning it on like 3 times (stupid, i know), and i even plugged it to my pc (i know, i'm really really stupid). after i did that, the screen turned very dark, but i could still see the menu and stuff. but then it went totally black. now it's resting inside a bowl of rice, and i'm sort of getting desperate. could you please, please help me? thank you.

[PowerbookMedic]

@MrMissBones -You'll likely have to replace the logic board or the iPod.

[yourtube1234567]

@PowerbookMedic

Hey. I dropped my ipod a long time ago. At first I could still see the menu display and everything, but it started to fade over time, now everything is just completely white (the screen is just white) I can still play music and all, but can't see anything. Also, I charge my ipod for like a day, and it dies faster (Like 1 hour or something) It usually last for a long time with out charging. What could be wrong with it?

Please help me.

[dannieboyfrom503]

hey my ipod wont sync or show up on my computer or itunes, ow can i restore it?

[PowerbookMedic]

@dannieboyfrom503 - You'll likely need to replace the logic board.

[ericphibbs]

@PowerbookMedic Hey my iPod nano Multi-Touch freezed on me, do you know how to fix that? if you can fix it I would sub to you and thank you so much! :)

[PowerbookMedic]

@ericphibbs - You can try a forced reset or wait for the battery to die and then recharge it.

[xxaleuthewolfxx]

@PowerbookMedic Hi, I have an Ipod Nano 4th generation, it was working well until this morning, the battery run out and it doesn't turn on anymore, I think the battery is not working, I have another Ipod Nano (of my cousin) and I want to know if I can change the batteries, thank you so much if you can help me

[amitgore]

Hi,

Hey my click wheel does not respond. Do i need to disassemble all parts to change it?

or can i remove the click wheel and replace it ?

[JTH97518]

buttons don't work and i turned volume down before it broke so plays low so can you help fix the buttons or a way to turn the volume up without the buttons

[TillUrHeartStops]

my ipod screen is frozen like it turn on but its not sensitive anymore what do i do?

[L0C0TV]

My iPod won't charge , i tried multiple chargers and it still will not charge !

[PowerbookMedic]

@L0C0TV - It could be an issue with your battery or logic board. Give us a call at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.

[J0NMARTINEZ]

hey can u please please help me its weird my ipod nano 4th gen chargers find it shows up everything good but when i unplug it it like dosnt turn on

[PowerbookMedic]

@J0NMARTINEZ - You likely need to replace your battery. It does require soldering, so you may want to give us a call to do the repair at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.

[PiffKushHaZeetc]

Recently my ipod hasnt been showing anything on the screen, but if i try to press a button, you can hear the clicking sound. Also, when i try to restart it, it beeps twice, but i still cant see anything, an apple symbol or nothing. Any suggestions?

[PowerbookMedic]

@PiffKushHaZeetc - I'd recommend a professional diagnosis at that point. Give us a call at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.

[pico90015union]

i have an ipod nano 4th gen and the screen turned white and it stoped playing music what should i do

[PowerbookMedic]

@pico90015union - You likely need to have it professionally diagnosed. You can give us a call at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.

[hugo77095]

Is it hard to take off the click wheel off an ipod nano 4th generation without breaking it?

[xXxLfcxSuarezxXx]

im from the uk how can i contact u

[PowerbookMedic]

@xXxLfcxSuarezxXx - You can contact us on our website or toll free at 1-866-726-3342.

[Mspikes34]

i need an lcd screen and the glass screen...how much will that cost?

[PowerbookMedic]

@Mspikes34 - Give us a call at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.

[honeythief98]

very informative. thanks 

[edstchoi]

Hi my ipod nano in the same generation will turn on and off whenever the lock button is switched to unlock. However, when it is switched to unlock, it won't turn on and off. Therefore I cannot use my Ipod at all. Do you have any idea what is the problem with my ipod? Thank you

[PowerbookMedic]

@edstchoi - You likely have a problem with your logic board. We offer a free diagnosis service. You can give us a call at 1-866-726-3342.

[ChilliByteChannel]

Is there any reason there wouldn't be a backlight on my screen?

[PowerbookMedic]

@ChilliByteChannel - It could be a defective screen, a problem with your logic board, or a cable that isn't properly connected.

[PowerbookMedic]

@ChilliByteChannel - It could be a defective screen, a problem with your logic board, or a cable that isn't properly connected.

[danssquad]

Can you post a video on how to replace the click wheel in and ipod nano 4g

[ChilliByteChannel]

I have replaced the LCD and glass screen, following everything you described. However now the iPod does not work. I have been extremely careful not to break/snap anything, however I did loose one of the screws from the bottom, could that be it?

[PowerbookMedic]

@ChilliByteChannel - A missing screw won't cause an iPod not to work. The problem is likely a cable that is not properly connected.

[ChilliByteChannel]

@PowerbookMedic Ah okay, i was wondering if it may be a fail safe. As for the glass casing, how on earth are you supposed to get them in/out?

[TheSrode1000]

Now how do you put it back together???? most of it is glued, what glue do you use to hold it all back into place?

[PowerbookMedic]

@TheSrode1000 - It should go back together without adhesive. Don't use glue.

[SuperMetroid4567]

is there any other way to remove the plastic cover that protects the lcd screen? because i just wanna clean the inside since dirt in stuck in there.

[adityahardrocker]

My iPod nano wont start when i press and hold the down button it wont charge when connected to PC but my PC recognizes it as USB drive but My PC wont show any contents in it .iTunes doesnt recognize it so that i can restore it. really weird problem. what should i do?

[PowerbookMedic]

@adityahardrocker - It likely has a logic board issue based on what you describe.

[smotala1]

Nvm got it lol

[smotala1]

The glass won't come off..no matter how much i'm pushing on it I'm scared to break it. WHat should i do?

[d4rksoljah55]

i have a question. my ipod only works while the lock button is set. when it is unlocked all it does is show a flashing apple logo. would anyone happen to know what the problem might be?

[patriotahmed]

thanks a lot .. but you forget to mention that the lock button is attached to the LCD and we should unattached it before we push the LCD.. i cut the wire :(

[DiYcHiZeLZz]

PowerbookMedic could u help me fix the back light plzz ?

[lukyestupe1311]

um my ipods charging entrence thing is lose do you know how i can fix it?....please help!!

[PowerbookMedic]

@lukyestupe1311 - If you're just referring to the Dock Bezel, you just need to replace it. The part is $4.99 from our website. You can also call us at 1-866-726-3342.

[xxsurcentralxx]

@garry159 just buy the ribbon cable!...or if you kno how to soder just soder the 2 joints so you could cancel the hold button..be creative...

[garry159]

Hmm, my hold switch is broken. do you know how to fix it?

[PowerbookMedic]

@garry159 - Depends on how it broke. You could possibly get away by replacing the metal hold slide assembly, but most of the time the problem is with the logic board and requires a board replacement.

[garry159]

@PowerbookMedic Yea. i kinda dropped it. I took the top part of the ipod and tried flipping the switch thing manually. It didn't work. Upside is that it didn't get stuck on the locked side when it broke xD

[caw1995]

i rly dont get how this will help. plz give me advise my ipod is lagged into looking like i have paused a song the display lights are on and everything but i cant do shit whit it. when i connect it to the computer, itunes tells me that its damaged and that i need to reset it. when i try to do that, the whole itunes lag. what should i do?

[PowerbookMedic]

@caw1995 - First try a restore. If that doesn't work, you'll likely need to replace your logic board.

[LelandDaPimp]

HOW SMALL OF SCREWS CAN THEY POSSIBLY MAKE! JESUS

[madkeenNZ]

whoops i striped the bottom screw completely HELP WHAT DO I NEED TO DO?????????

[PowerbookMedic]

@madkeenNZ - You'll likely have to dremmel it out. I'd recommend getting it professionally done.

[63pyramid]

It really looks complicated. How much does a new battery cost?

[PowerbookMedic]

@63pyramid - Replacement are $18.95 from our website. You can also call to order at 1-866-726-3342.

[PowerbookMedic]

@63pyramid - Replacement are $18.95 from our website. You can also call to order at 1-866-726-3342.

[hanypants]

@63pyramid new battery from ebay is 6 dollars

[wafa101]

my ipod 4th gen only works when it is plugged in and when i take it out the screen gose black what do i do ?

[PowerbookMedic]

@wafa101 - You probably need to replace your battery. We sell them at our site or you can call to order at 1-866-726-3342.

[hanypants]

@wafa101 its your battery, trust me. I look all over and the reviews say its a battery.

[wafa101]

@hanypants yes, thank you :) i went and got it fixed.

[hyrumsk8]

Oh my gosh! Where can I get a new click wheel. I pulled my logiboard out and didnt take off the locking mechanism!

[PowerbookMedic]

@hyrumsk8 - We sell them at our website, or you can call us at 1-866-726-3342.

[xXaltowolfXxmp3]

is there any way to remove the glass without taking apart the ipod? there is dirt on the inisde of my glass

[PowerbookMedic]

@xXaltowolfXxmp3 - No there is not.

[Oggyoskar]

Hi There, you really seem to know your stuff. I have a problem with my iPod nano 4G. I've been using it in a logitech dockingstation for 2 year or so. My iPod has worked perfectly untill last night. when I woke up, the wheel nor the buttons worked. It has been playing unstopable until it went low battery. Whenever I charge it the power turns on, but my wheel/buttons still wont work. any suggestions?

[PowerbookMedic]

@Oggyoskar - For an issue like that, I'd recommend a professional diagnosis. Give us a call at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.

[tweet43218]

Can u put everything back together afterwords? and i have two ipods that broke for diffrent reasons, can i switch out parts between them?

[PowerbookMedic]

@tweet43218 - If they are the same model, you can switch parts between them.

[JKirk03]

Please help! My iPod can't sync to my pc, it's frozen and it's out of battery! :(

[PowerbookMedic]

@JKirk03 - You likely have a problem with either your logic board or your battery.

[elmago771]

how do u fix an ipod that has been in water please reply!!!

[PowerbookMedic]

@elmago771 - You'll likely need to get the iPod professionally diagnosed.

[elmago771]

@PowerbookMedic ok nice vid keep up the good work peace!

[NioEke4rm916]

i hav the same exact ipod i tried to restart it but it wont turn on but wen i put it on the charger it is frozen nd the apple will show. can nyone help?

[PowerbookMedic]

@NioEke4rm916 - You likely have a problem with your logic board.

[camaroXpharaoh]

I have a ton of dust between the LCD screen and the glass. Is there a way to remove the glass without going through all the other steps before it?

[PowerbookMedic]

@camaroXpharaoh - No. You have to follow the steps.

[swordfish2009]

will top and bottom cover and glass panel will be fixed as before if we do it in reverse? or do we need to add some adhesive?

[PowerbookMedic]

@beaverbaseball8 - Follow the steps in reverse.

[LucesDumet]

I have the same ipod u have the video on. Sound only comes from the left speaker! I already tried many headphones. Any ideas how to fix this?

[PowerbookMedic]

@LucesDumet - You need to replace the headphone jack.

[PCOMAreloaded]

s*** i broke the lock kabel !!

[TheXLordsWay]

does anyone know how to fix the audio on the ipod nano because ihave the one with the camera it can record but there no auido involved can someone please help?

[PowerbookMedic]

@TheXLordsWay - You'll likely need to replace the logic board.

[ealkass]

@PowerbookMedic whats the logic part have to do with it?

[PowerbookMedic]

@ealkass - It controls virtually everything in this model.

[BenjaminCamach]

Gracias!

[ViaLaBam25]

what can i do if i have torn off the cable?

[SkateElG]

thanx



[olafur60]

Can anyone help me dunno what happened to my ipod but theres no picture and i can't select anything so it can't be a broken screen but when i charge it it peeps 2 times is this peep wwhat should i do :S

[skatermanist]

Where do you get that screw driver?

[PowerbookMedic]

@skatermanist - We sell the screwdriver at our website.

[random10012]

wat if it fell on the toilet

[PowerbookMedic]

@random10012 - Place it in a bag of rice for 24 hours and see if it turns on after that.

[PowerbookMedic]

@jer11dera -You have to solder the battery to the logic board.

[JoshHBruhh]

I absolutely cannot get the top part of the glass to come up. >:(

Any solutions?

[Marineboy191]

My ipod voume wont work i dropped it in water by accident ,and i can only control the outer volume with the head phones on. Example: when u put the head phones in the ipod nano u can control the inside volume. when you take it out you can control the outer volume. both when I take out or put in my head phones I can only control the outer volume. Please help me because if I send my ipod to apple they will delete everything and get me a new ipod.

[MrAnghelol]

i have a 4th gen ipod that ive had for two years. for some reason it wont turn on and it its fully charged. is there any way of fixing it? i didnt drop it or anything or got it wet. this just happened yesterday

[samtytn]

I've thorn a cable.. what should i do with it now?

[PowerbookMedic]

@samtytn - You'll have to replace the cable.

[jasbk]

@JoKeRheartzHaRLEy repairing an ipod is easy.. this video is very useful. If you can build a kit with lego you can repair an Ipod, trust me its that easy.... Take your time, dont force any parts, watch this video 4 or 5 times before you repair and pause and rewind when you repair..make sure you have the right tools first though. its easy.. trust me.. it will save you money as well

[PowerbookMedic]

@icansmellcyanide - Replacing the LCD is usually the place to start.

[NC17Rated]

Very helpful instructions. The only thing I would be critical of, would be reassembly. It would be great if you would do the video both ways because sometimes getting the ribbon cables and other parts back on and back together is tricky.

[MissLoveAddict]

please answer if you see this :(

So my ipod nano's buttons aren't working. It plays and whatever but i cant use any of the buttons (turning it off, pausing, scrolling through playlist, ect) What should be looked at and how can I fix it?

[imranh101]

@MissLoveAddict Check this out

Worked for my iPod so I made those instructions.

I know the solution sounds stupid but your symptoms sounds like this should fix it!

Google "ipod nano 4g (5g?) repair" and you should see a link on instructables , posted by user imranh101... follow those instructions

[booge3000]

love the magnet idea. i've used that once or twice

[lilaztecprincess]

my ipod freezes up and wont get off the apple logo. what can i do to fix this

[bombdiggitybombom]

why would you need to disassemble your ipod?

[PowerbookMedic]

@bombdiggitybombom - Mainly if it is broken and needs to be repaired.

[ImprovedMexican]

iPod Nanos are a work of art!

[SnarkieDrums]

Cool! but uh.... how do i put it back together?

[swcrazyfan]

@SnarkieDrums By playing the video in reverse ;)

[tealsuki]

Is it possible to expose the click wheel connector without having to slowly work through getting the other parts out? I need to take a look, to see if it's come loose, and it seems like an exercise fraught with peril if I remove anything else.

[PowerbookMedic]

@tealsuki - No, you have to disassemble it. 

[cookielover41]

My lighting is like messed up even when the brightness it at the max its still dark

[DailyBread2007]

Question: I have an Ipod nano 5th generation, when my earphones are plugged into the jack, I hear the music through my earphones and through the ipod speakers. I've tried turning it off, and I even bought a new pair of earphones, but nothing seems to work. I want to be able to hear my music through my earphones, but I don't know what's wrong. I'm thinking that it could be the earphone plug/ jack on the ipod that's not working? Or is there anything I can do about it? Thanks!

[PowerbookMedic]

@DailyBread2007 - You'll likely need to replace the logic board to fix the issue.

[charlesandjulien]

Hi last summer by mistake i went in the ocean and fergot my ipod in my pocket. I put it in rice but it seems that the click wheel doesnt work and the actual button part of the wheel wont work, like the buttons dont press, but the screen works. Should I de-assemble it and dry cleaning it?

[PowerbookMedic]

@charlesandjulien - You'll likely need to replace the clickwheel.

[charlesandjulien]

@PowerbookMedic Thank you very well made video by the way.

[MRTSKEEN6969]

bull shit it aint that easy

[jamierockssocks]

hey man hows it going my ipod turns off after unplugging it from anything (ac or itunes) iv already bought a batt. but was wondering if you think a new battery will help?

[PowerbookMedic]

@jamierockssocks - It is likely the battery.

[nerdmanjr]

Hi my ipod went through the wash and i put it in rice and it turns on but the touch screen doesnt work. (got the newest ipod nano too) anything i can go about it?

[PowerbookMedic]

@nerdmanjr - It's likely hosed, but I'd recommend a professional diagnosis. We offer a free diagnosis service. You can call us at 1-866-726-3342, option 2.

[nicpants4]

I hate to say this but I would never do that because I know I'd break it!!

[joshieboy999]

I cant put the lcd back in, when i try to push it in the top, it pushes the logic board out of the bottom. have you got any ideas?

[trongkhiem96]

now my computer doesn't recogninize my ipod, even itunes.

my ipod s screen it had a lot of line, i didn't know why and i could't see the screen clearly.

and now the screen is black. what should i do now

oh, and my cable has a slit, can i fix it ?

[tscamms]

Hello, I dropped my iPod when it was on hold and now the buttons dont work. Is there any way to fix this or will I have to bring it in to get fixed?

[PowerbookMedic]

@tscamms - You likely need to have it professionally diagnosed. We offer a free diagnosis service. You can call us at 1-866-726-3342 for more information.

[sk8terj888]

well i was trying to put a dent in my desk(long story) and my ipod was face down and I accidentally hit it with a hammer, full force. now it wont turn on or anything. theres a dent in the back of it now and when i plug it in to my computer, it makes this super high pitch noise. how can i fix this? i really need your help, im moving to Alaska in a month and I would really like some music for my trip :/

[maeishoj]

Hello I accidentaly broke the hold switch while replacing the lcd screen of my ipod nano 4th gen. Can you fix it?

[smithnwesson50]

i wish u wre here in jamaica to help me fix mine

[xXhighwolfXx]

how do i put the screen cover back on lmao

[hotness163]

I dropped my iPod in the water and it turns on after having it in rice but the click wheel or the button doesn't work

[PowerbookMedic]

@hotness163 - You'll likely need to get the unit professionally diagnosed as it could be the logic board.

[therezn55]

@hotness163 why have people put there ipods in rice what dos rice mean like really eatible rice food?? :(

[THEAMERICANBADBOYS21]

Hi my ipod is just black i try reseting it dosent do any thing i try charginging it and nothing happens what do i do?

[PowerbookMedic]

@THEAMERICANBADBOYS21 - It's likely the logic board, but I'd recommend getting it professionally diagnosed.

[riatixic]

where can i get LCD?

[PowerbookMedic]

@riatixic - They are available from our website. You can also call to order at 1-866-726-3342.

[OmarMursXXX]

My ipod turns on and everthing, But when I try movies it with that white circle it doesn't movie.. What can I do?

[mikebeshures]

now the ipod wont tun on what do i do?....

[mikebeshures]

how do i take the phone jack off cuz i need to replace it?

[killerdeedo]

how do you replace the casing on a 4th gen ipod nano