Bose SoundLink III Charging Port Replacement

Written By: Dakoda Sanders
  • Comments: 26
Bose SoundLink III Charging Port Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

13

Time Required

15 - 20 minutes

Introduction

If you notice any major damage to your charging port that prevents you from charging your device, you may need to replace your charging port.

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    • Use a spudger to pry the rubber pads off of the bottom panel of the SoundLink.

    • The rubber pads should have enough adhesive to stick when you reassemble them at the end. If not, however, you may need your own adhesive.

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    • Remove the two 12.5 mm screws using a Phillips #2 screwdriver.

    • These screws may be difficult to remove. If necessary, use a lever for extra torque.

    • Remove the bottom panel.

    easy peasy. great instructions!

    couple things: 1. you dont need to remove the rubber pads completely; just enough to get the screws in & out. 2. if you get a small screw driver with the battery, its crap. use your own.

    thank you ifixit for another great tutorial.

    scott

    Scott Oakley -

    My SL III battery lasted nearly 8 years with almost daily use—but recently stopped holding a charge for more than 15-20 minutes. Replacement was super easy so thanks for posting. Bose quality is exceptional as always!

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    • Flip the rear panel back to allow access to the SoundLink's battery.

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    • Remove the two 12.5 mm Phillips #2 screws from the sides of the battery.

    Super Erklärt!!

    Ralf s -

    You do not have to remove the rubber completely. Just lift up the ends towards the middle to reveal the screws.

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    • Gently peel back the adhesive padding on either side of the inner back panel.

    • The adhesive for these pads is powerful, but you may require new adhesive if the original begins to fail.

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    • Remove the four 12.5 mm Phillips #2 screws mounting the outer case.

    • Slide off the outer case.

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    • Remove four screws from each of the four speakers (16 screws total) using a Torx #10 screwdriver.

    • All screws (excluding the two middle screws on the right side) are 12.5 mm in length. The aforementioned middle screws are 21 mm.

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    • Remove the two 12.5 mm screws which mount the top panel using a Phillips #2 screwdriver.

    • Now you should be able to lift the top panel off.

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    • Use a metal spudger to pry the device apart. You must use a metal spudger because of the great force necessary to pry it apart.

    • The circuitry for the buttons on the top panel may be found underneath, so use caution not to damage it.

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    • Remove the 12.5 mm screw mounting the motherboard using a Philips #2 screwdriver.

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    • Gently disconnect the three cables connected to the motherboard.

    • Remove the motherboard from the device.

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    • Remove the two 12.5 mm screws on either side of the charging port using a Torx T10 screwdriver.

    where can I get/buy the charging port for a Bose SoundLink III ?

    Maritza Manchester -

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    • Gently unplug the cable connecting the charging port.

    • Now the charging port should be fully detached and ready for replacement.

    Great video. I need to change the aux port. Where can I buy one?

    rmorin04 -

    I need to replace my aux port as well… were you able to replace yours? is the charging port and aux on the same piece?

    Alejandro -

    had any luck with the aux port, I also need a new one

    paul -

    were you able to repair yours?

    Alejandro -

    Any luck with the aux port?

    Miguel Angel Jimenez Palacios -

    where can you buy there replacement charging port at? I have checked many website and no luck!

    lbgohorns -

    Any luck finding charger replacement port it’s a flawed design I’d take a couple of them for firer repair as well

    -Wayne -

    Cannot find board with replacement parts

    Glenn Rooks -

Conclusion

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

Author

Dakoda Sanders

Member since: 04/02/16

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13 comments

Hello, This is an excellent resource. One thing, you did not say, or I did not see, where to purchase the actual usb port. Where can I locate one and this would be for a Bose Soundlink II.

Thank you,

Jim

jp7868@gmail.com

James Patrick -

HI, thanks a lot for the instructions, any idea where i acn purchase the charging port full part

thanks

Carlos

Carlos Gallardo -

I would like to know where i can buy the replacement part

Jeroen Knip -

Also would love to know where to purchase the required replacement MicroUSB Port. I'm searching and if I find anything compatible I will contact anyone else who posts to this thread.

Bridgetown Electronics Repair -

Where can you get the part?

Shari -

Hi.

Excellent step-by-step. Just the same question as the rest please

Aaron Popple -

Agree with the rest of the comments about the instructions. I am writing from Mallorca, Spain, and I was just talking to the Bose service provider here and they were telling me the Soundlink III battery problem is common. The price for a new battery installed is around 140€ which for a product that costs between 250€- 290€ is nothing but normal. Lithium batteries and their useful life, nobody tells you about it when you buy their product.

ATM -

ATM the issue is the charging port. Now part of these instructions will get you to battery you can buy a battery on Ebay or amazon $40.+usd make sure the battery is oem 2330mAh -same if you order from Alibaba.com/aliexpress .i buy/sell/repair mini I/ii/& the iii

bookbundler -

I am also looking for a part. The instructions are irrelevant if a part is not available.

James Nowicki -

Parts for the sound link iii check Ebay/mouser/also once it’s out check some stereo shops -again Alibaba.com/Ali express

bookbundler -

any link for this charging port replacement?

Ezar

ezralocs@gmail.com

ezar locaylocay -

Hello all,

Does anyone have the part number for the charging port?

Thanks.

Robert Andrews -

Great troubleshooting section. However can you enlighten me as to the next step - if there is one?

My Bose sound Link III will not switch on. Nothing if battery alone. No lights or function with the AC power plugged in apart from the Bilip sound for power on or off but only via the power source not the switch on top left.

Is this motherboard or power generally?

Appreciate your guidance here.

Bill

William Carroll -