How To: Dismantle a 3rd Generation iPod Nano

How to Dismantle a 3rd Generation iPod Nano

In this how-to video, you will learn now to dismantle an iPod Nano 3rd Generation. First, run a plastic tool on both sides of the device. Once this is done, remove the back cover with your fingers. Next, unscrew the six screws on the circuit board. Store them in a place where they will not be lost. Next, remove the click wheel ribbon cable from the jaw connector. Lift the jaw connector with the tool and use a pair of tweezers to gently remove the cable from the jaw. Next, remove the small metal clips near the head phone jack. Now you can remove the motherboard from the iPod. Turn it over and release the jaw clip to remove the screen. Your device is now dismantled. This video shows you how easy it is to dismantle this device.