Introduction
The iHome dock found at the top of the device is unresponsive when connected to an iPod/iPhone. The iHome dock may also be bent or broken and will need to be replaced in order to connect an iPod/iPhone.
Tools
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Locate all screws on the back of the iHome. Each screw can be located by the arrows on the iHome.
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Two Countersunk 9.7 mm Phillips #2 screws in the middle.
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Two 15.9 mm Phillips #2 screws.
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Six 13.9 mm Phillips #2 screws.
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Some screws are located under the black sticky pads. Gently remove the black sticky pads and it will expose the screws.
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Two 11.8 mm Phillips #2 screws.
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Slowly tilt the bottom cover of the iHome up.
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Disconnect the wire just by pulling on the connector gently.
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Disconnect the final connector pin series and carefully set your lid behind the body of the iHome.
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The tiny speaker will not be disconnected for this repair, but you can easily remove it from the lid by means of a paperclip from the outside. While not necessary, this can help prevent damage to your device.
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Remove the seven screws that are holding the motherboard in place:
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Six 14 mm Phillips #2 screws.
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One 14 mm Phillips #2 screw with two rubber washers on it.
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Carefully tilt the motherboard up from the front.
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Disconnect the 8 connections by gently pulling on them. Starting from the front and work your way backwards.
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All 8 connectors disconnected.
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Unscrew the screws holding the speakers onto the body. One on each side:
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Two 14.3 mm Phillips #2 screws.
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To remove the speakers from the iHome, gently lift up the back of the speaker and pull towards you. These are very secure so minor shaking may help release the speaker.
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Repeat for the other side.
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Remove the four screws from the mounting bracket.
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Two 11.7 mm Phillips #2 screws.
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Two 12 mm Phillips #2 screws with metal washers attached to them.
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Unscrew the two 10 mm Phillips #2 screws and remove the dock and chip.
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The wiring harness is loaded through the bracket, so be careful when removing the chip.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
