- 2nd generation iPod batteries can be changed at a third-party store or on your own with instructions.musique image by Christophe Schmid from Fotolia.com
IPods use rechargeable batteries, which deplete over time to the point where they are unusable. Most iPod problems are battery related, with the low-energy capacity of old batteries influencing the functioning of the unit. If you are experiencing problems with your iPod, the first step to diagnosing the problem should be checking the battery's capacity. - First, determine whether the iPod needs to be serviced. There are some simple steps for checking the status of the battery. Apple recommends charging the battery to full capacity, then choosing an album and pressing "Play" with the headphones connected. Remember to turn "Backlight" and "EQ" off while setting the volume to mid-range. Don't interrupt the iPod during the process. When the iPod battery depletes, check the song it stopped on, which will tell you when the battery depleted and how much playing time you have when the battery is fully charged.
- If your battery is depleting too fast to use the iPod unit, than it is time for a replacement. Most third-party stores offer battery replacements for a fee. Some online websites handle installations, including Rapid Repair. The company handles 2nd-Generation battery installations and inquiries.
- If you want to try to replace the battery on your own, buy a spare battery and a safe opening tool. The tool is a small specialized plastic tool that will pry open the iPod without scratching the exterior case. Try laying the iPod on a towel when opening it with the safe opening tool to minimize exterior damage. When the 2nd-Generation iPod is open, disconnect the battery connector by pinching both sides, which will disengage the battery. Connect the new battery to the iPod and carefully snap the unit back together.
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