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Add Note Step 16

  • Use a spudger to slide the click wheel ribbon out of its connector.

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Add Note Step 17

  • The logic board and battery are now free from the iPod.

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Add Note Step 18 — Display

  • Use a spudger to carefully pry up the adhesive holding down the edge of the display.

  • Be careful not to slide the spudger in too far to prevent scratching the display.

Add NoteNotes: Step 16

daisystanton's avatar
Flag Reply by daisystanton Aug 31 @ 7:55 PM

Don't do this unless you have to. Getting this ribbon back in is nearly impossible.

rsharich's avatar
Flag Reply by rsharich Sep 25 @ 11:17 AM

Quote from daisystanton:

Don't do this unless you have to. Getting this ribbon back in is nearly impossible.

Try using tweezers or medical clamps to reach in that tight spot. Use these tools to also connect the click wheel ribbon back to the logic board.

Mabrew's avatar
Flag Reply by Mabrew 3 days ago

yeah i just finished puting in a brand new display but it only goes white - no text or anything just white.

any tips?

Add NoteNotes: Step 18

rsharich's avatar
Flag Reply by rsharich Sep 25 @ 11:14 AM

Be careful when you are trying to remove a working display from the nano it came on (when replacing the faceplate as well). Because of the adhesive, too much force or pressure can cause the display to crack and cause the display to "bleed"... resulting in replacing that part if it was still good. Try using a hairdryer to gently warm the adhesive to then remove the display. Warning: Too much heat can also ruin the display or melt the front panel.

SpeedManiac's avatar
Flag Reply by SpeedManiac Oct 30 @ 7:59 AM

I replace 2 displays, and they are still white,nothing else...maybe I damage