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Add Note Step 10

  • After pushing the logic board out sufficiently, gently grasp the logic board on either side of the display, and continue to slide the iPod out of its casing.

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Add Note Step 11

  • Lift the battery off of the logic board and lay it to the side of the iPod.

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Add Note Step 12

  • Carefully disconnect the battery from the logic board. Make sure to pull only on the connector and not on the battery wires.

Congratulations!

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. For more information, check out the iPod Mini device page.

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Add NoteNotes: Step 12

Flag Reply by rsharich Sep 25 @ 11:24 AM

If you need to, place the fingernail of one of your fingers, or use a spudger, to hold down the base where the iPod battery is connected. Take your time and have patience too. Using too much force can separate the base and ruin the logic board.