Introduction

If your JBL stops turning on or won’t charge when showing no signs of working with a working charger or battery, use this guide to replace the internal motherboard.

What you need

Step 1 Grille

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Using an iFixit Opening Pick or a Jimmy, pry along the seam between the rubber outer layer and the hard shell.
Work your way around the edges until the shell loosens and can be fully removed.

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Step 2

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Once the shell is loosened on all sides, gently lift and remove it completely.
Align the new shell with the speaker’s body, making sure all edges are properly positioned.
Press firmly around the edges until the shell snaps securely into place.

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Step 3 Motherboard

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Locate the internal screws underneath the outer shell.
Use your precision screwdriver to remove all screws securing the plastic enclosure.
Carefully lift the casing to expose the motherboard and other internal components.

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Step 4

Unscrew the motherboard to the internal casing of the speaker.
Unscrew the speaker attached to the casing as well.
The speaker and part of the battery may be soldered onto the motherboard, proceed with caution when removing attachments

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.