iPod 3rd Gen (A1040)

iPod 3rd Generation Parts and Repair

Model A1040 · 21 parts and repairs

You Fix It: We ship the part to you with a free pry tool and 1-year limited warranty.

We Fix It: Mail us your iPod and we will install the part, test it, and ship it back with a 1-year limited warranty.

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Click wheels

1 part

Batteries (1)

Screens (1)

Hard drives (5)

Click wheels (1)

Headphone jacks (2)

Logic boards (1)

Faceplates (1)

Backplates (5)

Flash storage (1)

Bezels (1)

More parts (3)

The iPod 3rd Generation at a glance

  • Model: Apple A1040
  • Generation: Third
  • Dimensions: 4.1 x 2.4 x 0.62–0.73 inches; 5.6–6.2 ounces
  • Dates: Apr 28, 2003 (Start) – Jul 19, 2004 (End)
  • Releases: M8976LL/A, M8946LL/A, M9460LL/A, M9244LL/A, M8948LL/A, M9245LL/A

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How mail-in repair works

  1. Order the free diagnostic

    Choose your iPod. Add our shipping box and prepaid label if you need one.

  2. Mail us your iPod

    Pack it with your work order. No printer? Put a note in the box with your name, return address, email, order number and what is wrong.

  3. Approve your quote

    We test it and email your free repair quote. Most repairs are finished within 3 to 5 business days after you approve the quote.