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Kobo Clara Colour N367B: Kobo Clara N367 screen replacement on N367B?

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:43:51 -0700

My Kobo Clara Color N367B's screen broke. It is completely black except for the 'Power Off' writing surrounded by horizontal lines. When I turn it on, the small liht on the top of the screen flickers, the backlight turns on on the screen, but nothing happens. I bought the only replacement screen I saw on this website, but turns out there are two different models, but only one screen available. Is it possible to use the Kobo Clara N367 screen replacement kit for the Kobo Clara N367B? Since there is no replacement for the N367B screen, it seems useless to return, and I would prefer to not have to need to purchase a new Kobo. Thank you.

Kobo Clara Colour N367: Repaired screen only displays lines

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:38:30 -0700

I replaced my Clara Color screen with the kit, the backlight works but the screen is only displaying horizontal lines. How do I get the display to work?

⟐ Answered June 30, 2026 at 1:38 MST

Kobo Libra 2: Screen white and light flashing

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:59:16 -0700

Hi, I tried to upload a file with Calibre and the Libra 2 stopped working. I tried to reset it, but screen became white and flash began lightening. Now I can turn it on and off, but basically nothing happens, but screen is white and light is flashing. When plugged, PC recognized something but is not able to identify the device. Any idea? Thanks.

⟐ Commented June 29, 2026 at 21:59 MST

Kobo Clara BW: Screen frozen after fall

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:33:37 -0700

I dropped my 4-year old Kobo Clara BW HD on to a hard floor. Case came slightly loose but clipped back easily. Unfortunately now when it powers up, you can see there is light behind the screen, but the cover of the book i was reading is frozen in place and unresponsive. Any idea if it can be repaired? Thanks

⟐ Answered June 29, 2026 at 19:33 MST

Kobo Libra 2: Kobo Libra 2 dead after 1 month of no use - no charge LED, no response

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 01:43:56 -0700

Looking for advice before I commit to a battery replacement.

My Kobo Libra 2 was working perfectly with no signs of battery degradation whatsoever. Normal charge times, normal runtime, no swelling, no issues. It then sat unused for about a month. Now it's completely unresponsive:

- No charging LED when plugged in (from any source)

- No response to short or long power button presses

- Screen stays blank, no "Powered off" message, no boot logo, nothing

What I've already tried:

- Multiple USB-C cables (data-capable, known good)

- Multiple power sources, including a 2A wall adapter (not just computer USB)

- Power button hold for ~30 seconds, then attempted reboot

- Left it plugged into the wall adapter overnight, no change in the morning

- Inspected the USB-C port, it's clean with no lint or debris, and the connector seats fully

Kobo support told me it's out of warranty and pointed me to iFixit as their repair partner. I understand iFixit doesn't currently stock a genuine Kobo battery for the Libra 2 specifically (only for the newer Colour models), so I'd be sourcing an aftermarket 305080 cell.

My questions:

1. Given that the device was fully healthy a month ago and just sat unused, does this sound like a deep-discharged battery latched off by the protection circuit, or could it be something on the motherboard?

2. Anything else worth trying before I open it up?

3. For the Libra 2 specifically, any tips on the battery swap? Recommended sources for a pre-wired 305080 to avoid soldering directly to the board? Anything to watch out for on disassembly?

Thanks in advance.

⟐ Commented June 28, 2026 at 1:43 MST

Kobo Sage: Power cover not charging the Kobo Sage

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 11:09:04 -0700

The power cover and kobo both charges. When I unplug the battery drain over time like it should, but the cover is not recharging the Kobo. After a few hours, the kobo is at 10% and cover is at 100%. It's not a connection issue because the kobo to showing the covers battery life and it does charge the cover when plugged in.

Kobo Aura: On-off switch for Kobo Aura 2019

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 04:10:16 -0700

Good morning.

My Kobo s/n 514A451005832 does not switch on or off because the Red switch on the upper left corner Is Stick, without a sprint return It always head.

Furthermore, when the Kobo is in standby, without this switch, you can activate the Reader only with a pin inserted in the hole near the supply Door, or connecting the Reader to a charger.

I didn't perform or tried any repair, for I have no tools and spare parts.

I ask again: do you have any After Sales service rather than a repairing hub in Europe or in Italy.

Thank you and best regards

Roberto Costacurta

+393470545576

⟐ Edited by author June 13, 2026 at 4:10 MST

Kobo Clara Colour N367B: Screen ghosting, split into quarters

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:34:05 -0700

How do I fix my Kobo? It was fine the night before, and has a case.

The screen is split into quarters, one (TR) ghosts with clarity, one (BR) ghosts with lines, one (BL) is functional, one (TL) is white.

I did a software update the day before this happened, if that is relevant.

⟐ Edited by author June 08, 2026 at 18:34 MST

Kobo Clara Colour N367: Is it possible to replace broken colour screen with BW version (N365)

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:26:58 -0700

I have a Kobo Clara Colour, which I purchased October 2024. As such, it is the N367 (not the N367B). Unfortunately, I managed to crack the screen while on a flight (too much pressure on device). There are currently no replacement colour screens in stock, and based on the content I've been reading, a BW screen would be more appropriate. Is it possible to replace the colour screen with the BW version (screen sold for the N365)?

⟐ Commented June 08, 2026 at 1:26 MST

Kobo Touch: Was charging fine and now suddenly won't

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:54:48 -0700

eReader has been working fine up until today. battery has been holding charge with no issues. Today it says connect to a power source. i did. it isn't charging. tried three different cables.

any ideas?

⟐ Commented June 02, 2026 at 8:54 MST

Kobo Aura: My Kobo aura h2o battery is failing.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:42:09 -0700

I have an old kobo aura h2o. It is first generation. I notice a decline in the battery. Which is the correct one and where can I order it from so I can replace it and give new life to my old kobo.
On my Kobo, it says model N250, if that helps at all.

⟐ Commented June 01, 2026 at 15:42 MST

Kobo Libra 2: Why is my kobo in white page and cannot be reset?

Sat, 30 May 2026 19:52:14 -0700

My kobo intially shows an error message and cannot be updated. Then it now turns to white page and cannot be reset.

⟐ Answered May 30, 2026 at 19:52 MST

Kobo Libra Colour: I cannot charge or boot up my Kobo Libra Color.

Sun, 17 May 2026 20:02:36 -0700

Hi,

I need to repair my Kobo Libra Color which it cannot charge nor boot up

⟐ Commented May 17, 2026 at 20:02 MST

Kobo Libra Colour: Background light stopped working

Wed, 06 May 2026 02:31:11 -0700

After about 18 months my Libra Colour background lighting started flickering and then stoped working. I have don factory settings reset but to no avail.

Kobo: Replace battery in Kobo libra H2O

Mon, 04 May 2026 16:40:58 -0700

My 5 year old Kobo Libra H2O has stopped working. O ly works en connected to power.

So I would like to replace the battery

Is.it possible and how

⟐ Answered May 04, 2026 at 16:40 MST

Kobo Clara HD N249: Backlight is not working

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:20:34 -0700

I tried using a factory reset, but the brightness level is still not working.

Kobo Clara BW: Need SD card full image

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 07:14:34 -0700

Does anyone have a full SD card image for Kobo Clara HD N249 model? My sd card is working anymore, I need to image a fresh SD cars. I have no previous backup.

⟐ Answer accepted April 26, 2026 at 7:14 MST

Kobo Clara Colour: White Reading Light Broken; Yellow Light is Fine

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:25:49 -0700

The white/blue illumination for reading in the dark has stopped working. The warm yellow light still works fine.

What could cause this?

⟐ Answer edited April 20, 2026 at 20:25 MST

Onyx Boox E-reader: Boox Max2 requires heating

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:06:41 -0700

This is not a question -- this is a quick note on my attempt to replace the battery in Boox Max 2 (a 1000 Euro device), Maybe it will help someone out there. My device had a thick layer of hot-melt glue below the rim, gluing the unit shut and hiding screws behind that need to be removed to access the battery. The glue had no function in water-proofing the device, it only appeared to be there to prevent self-repair. If you can't lift the rim with a blade, do not attempt further and use a hair dryer/heat gun to soften the glue or send the unit to Onyx. The battery inside is soldered to the motherboard. One can cut the cables and solder to the cables. The white cable did not need to be connected to a battery protection board to power up the unit. I was able to power my up with a lab power supply set to 3.8V (a this setting, the battery shows at 50% full). The unit draws as much as 1.2A during power up.

I will never buy an e-reader again w/o checking its repairability score. At least not for this amount of money,

P.S. If anyone wants parts from the damaged unit, let me know. The motherboard seems OK. I am in Europe.

⟐ Edited by author April 13, 2026 at 5:06 MST

Kobo Nia: Rubber Power button cover replacement

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:25:56 -0700

My N3060 NIA has a rubber membrane covering the power button. The membrane on my KOBO is so worn out that I have removed it. I can still turn the unit on using a tooth pic or match stick. Can I get a replacement rubber membrane/power button cover?

⟐ Commented April 07, 2026 at 8:25 MST