Apple AirPods Max 1st and 2nd Generation Headband Jack Repair - Kit
Fix power or audio issues with this right-side headband jack replacement kit from JoesGEcom. Compatible with both AirPods Max 1st Generation (Model A2096, released 2020) and 2nd Generation (Model A3184, released 2024) the parts are fully interchangeable.
⚡ How to Tell if Your Headband Jack Is Bad
If your AirPods Max:
- Won’t power on or enter pairing mode
- Reset during charging but never connect
- Have no sound or intermittent audio
It could be caused by:
- Bluetooth Board
- Power Board
- Right Headband Jack (common)
- Left Headband Jack (common)
🧪 Quick Diagnostic Test
⚠️ Always check the headband jacks first. Even slight wear or looseness can cause connection loss.
- Plug in the charging cable.
- Press the button on your AirPods Max.
- Watch the red light:
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- Flickers before going dead → Power Board issue
- Stays on, then fades → Power Board issue
✅ Solution: If your headband jack is damaged, replacing it often restores power and pairing. You can remove your headband to inspect is to see any corrosion or damage on it to identify a headband jack as a solution.
How To Install the Right Headband Jack On AirPods Max:
How To Install the Left Headband Jack On AirPods Max:
How To Remove Old Ribbon From Headband Jack:
Step-by-Step Repair Videos 2nd Generation Model Jack Fix:
