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iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement

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  1. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement, Rear Case: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Widen the small gap between the front and rear case by inserting a metal spudger into the gap near the top of the iPod.

    • Be careful when using a metal spudger, as you may scratch the outer case.

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  2. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Insert an iPod opening tool into the newly widened gap, and pry the rear case up and away from the front case.

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  3. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Insert the iPod Shuffle opening tool into the gap between the front and rear case on the same side, at the bottom corner of the iPod.

    • Pry the rear case away from the front case.

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  4. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Lift the bottom of the rear case and remove it from the rest of the iPod.

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  5. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement, Logic Board: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Disconnect the headphone jack and shuffle switch connector by prying it off the logic board with a spudger.

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  6. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the single Phillips screw securing the logic board to the front case.

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  7. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Peel the battery up from the front case with an iPod opening tool.

    • Remove the logic board and battery from the iPod.

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  8. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement, Headphone Jack & Shuffle Switch: step 8, image 1 of 1
    • Pry the headphone jack from the front case with an iPod opening tool.

    • Don't attempt to remove the headphone jack yet, it is connected to the shuffle switch.

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  9. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
    • Using the pointed tip of a spudger, push the shuffle switch in to separate it from the front case.

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  10. iPod shuffle 3rd Generation Front Case Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the headphone jack and shuffle switch from the front case.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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