Apple AirPods Max [A2096] - How to Replace the Headband

Are your AirPods Max headphones experiencing problems with powering on? Did your headband snap? Both of these issues may be solved by replacing the headband.

 

 

🚥 Repair Difficulty:
Easy / 5-10 minutes

This repair requires minimal tools, no disassembly beyond removing ear pads, and Apple designed the headband to be easily replaceable with a simple release mechanism.

 

Parts you'll need 🧰

  • A replacement headband arch (Pick the right headband arch for your AirPods Max from the drop-down Below)

Tools you'll need 🪛 

If the tool cost seems prohibitive, check out our repair catalog to see if we offer repair services for your device. If it's not listed, we don't repair it.

SIM Card tray pin (or purchase the entire kit below)

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Steps to Replace your Apple AirPods Max Headband

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Step 1: Remove the Ear Pads

 

1.1. Lift the magnetic ear pads off and set them aside.

Lifting and removing the magnetic ear pads

 

1.2. Locate the small hole near the hinge on each side.

Finding the small hinge hole near the ear cup

 

Step 2: Remove the Old Headband

 

2.1. Pull the hinge all the way down.

Pulling the hinge down fully

 

2.2. Use a SIM card removal tool to press into the hole gently.

Using a SIM tool to press into the hinge hole

 

2.3. Apply slight pressure while pressing down to release the headband.

Pressing down to disengage and release the headband

 

2.4. Repeat for the other side and remove the headband completely.

Sliding out and fully removing the headband

 

Step 3: Install the New Headband and Reassemble

 

3.1. Align the new headband with the hinge slot, ensuring the correct orientation.

Positioning the new headband for proper alignment

 

3.2. Insert it until you hear a click. Repeat on the other side.

Snapping the new headband into place with a click

 

3.3. Reattach the ear pads magnetically.

Placing and attaching the ear pads back magnetically

 

Step 4: Congratulations!

 

Great job! You’ve successfully replaced your AirPods Max headband. Your headphones are now good as new.

Successful headband replacement completed

 

 

If you have any questions in regards to this repair, feel free to shoot us an email or text and we will do our best to reply to you as quickly as possible. Please inquire using our Repair Catalog if you are wondering how much a certain repair will cost. If you do not🛒 see your item in our repair catalog, it means that we do not offer repair services for it. 

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