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iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Replacing the USB-c charging port

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 12:27:26 -0700

I have a problem with my iPad Pro 12.9 3rd gen.

The iPad suddenly stopped charging, but - if connected to the MacBook - it still exchanges data, it sychronizes (at least id did it, since now the battery is completely out of juice) without charging.

Apple told me that it might be a problem with the usb-c charging port. I receive a couple of quotes the are ridiculous (about $530 dollars). I am starting thinking I can replace the USB -c charging connector by myself. Do you have any advice on that?

thanks everybody!

⟐ Commented November 28, 2024 at 12:27 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Question regarding USB C charging port

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:06:26 -0700

Recently, my IPad Pro’s USB C port stop working, and apple is charging me 650$ in replacement price.

I look through the shop, but don’t seem to be able to find a replacement for the USB C port. Can someone help me, this is going to the first time I’m doing a repair on my own device.

⟐ Answer deleted September 07, 2021 at 12:06 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Replace Face ID Flex Cable on iPad Pro 12.9 Gen 3

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 18:46:20 -0700

I have an iPad Pro 12.9 gen 3 with a busted screen. Sadly the face ID flex cable was damaged as well. I read from someone that you can (on an iPhone) “desolder the Face ID Filter on the proximity sensor and move it to a brand new proximity sensor and your Face ID will work again”. I have no idea how this would be done. Is there anyone that could do this if I send the both the old and new flex cables?

⟐ Answered July 29, 2021 at 18:46 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: IPad not charging enough to turn on

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 09:30:19 -0700

Hey everyone,

Im trying to figure out what is causing this issue. The IPad stucks in a black screen, showing the battery icon (without the power cord) when I press the button to turn it on. This all happened after a screen replacement. I thought it could be the battery connector (which was replaced) causing the IPad to not charge, but it seems to be fine. I checked the resistance between each pin of the connector and the logic board and theyre all below 1 Ohm. So my next step would be checking if the battery is dead or if a part on the logic board is missing. Does anyone have some advices for me? Can anyone tell me if there is something wrong or missing in the pictures below referring to the logic board? That would help a lot.
Thanks in advance.

Some additional pictures from the usb c connector

Does anyone know if some components are missing here or is this the usual case on these logic boards?

⟐ Answer accepted April 25, 2023 at 9:30 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Can I trust a 3rd party to fix a cracked screen?

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 09:06:41 -0700

The iPad Pro is working flawlessly despite the cracked screen but I still want to get it fixed. Apple is charging over $650 and I found a local shop that will do it for half that price - they claim they will do it in front of me and it will only take 30min. I am not sure if I can tryst these guys, because the part itself is already going for much more than that as listed on this site. I am worried that the screen will be of lesser quality after being fixed by them. Should I go for it?

⟐ Commented February 23, 2024 at 9:06 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Is there Storage speed difference between iPad Pro 2018 64GB and 256GB

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 10:26:28 -0700

I know there is speed difference between iPhone X 64GB and 256GB

Is there in 2018 iPad Pro models?

⟐ Commented November 19, 2020 at 10:26 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: True Tone functionality after screen replacement

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 09:21:53 -0700

Hope all is well!

I’ve looked around other posts, but cannot seem to get a straight answer!

So going to the experts once again!

But iPad Pros, specifically the 2018 models, when the screen is replaced and the ambient light sensor is transferred successfully, does the iPad retain the True Tone functionality?

Thanks everyone in advance!

⟐ Answered March 21, 2023 at 9:21 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: iPad Pro 3rd gen pencil dock broken

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 11:34:36 -0700

So 2 weeks after my apple care service expired, my apple pencil 2 stoped charging when magnetically attached to my iPad Pro 3rd gen. Apple's official service won't open the iPad, their answer is, we don't open iPads, we just replace them (like a thousand dollars).

I've searched EVERYWHERE for this inductive charger dock, to no avail. Is my iPad now pretty much useless forever or will I find a way to ifix it? I am thinking about disassembling it just to see if the connector got loose and I can fix it just by re plugging it in. But if the dock is broken I will have torn everything apart for nothing. So, I'd appreciate some help.

Thanks.

⟐ Commented March 03, 2023 at 11:34 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: How can I buy ipad USB-C and adhesive strips parts in Europe

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:16:21 -0700

Hi,

I want to replace my ipad pro (12.9" 3rd Gen) USB-C port.

I need to buy repair tools and parts. For the latter, I need two parts:

a new USB-C port
adhesive strips

I'm based in Europe. I can buy the tools here but not the two parts (I checked the european stores and contacted two of them and they confirmed they don't and won't sell them).

On the other hand, the US store have the parts but won't deliver to Europe.

This doesn't make sense. ifixit put me in a dead end.

What other options do I have to buy these parts?

thanks

⟐ Answer edited January 03, 2023 at 16:16 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Will Surface Keyboard fit to iPad Pro 2018 12.9"?

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 05:48:50 -0700

I mean about those magnetic attachments

I mean like this one https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-Wireless-...

I know it is about 30mm shorter - but I don’t care - will it stick well to iPad Pro? :)

⟐ Commented August 22, 2019 at 5:48 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: iPad Still not charging after battery and USB C replacement

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 05:46:06 -0700

I was having issues with my iPad Pro not charging as well as short battery life. Replaced the battery and the USB C port. iPad turned on okay but the new battery only had 1% battery life, so it was long enough for me to see that everything is operational, but not charging.

I did notice on the old USB C port was damaged, I wonder if something got shorted out? Any ideas? Thanks!

⟐ Answered February 15, 2025 at 5:46 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Board Level issue I think...iPad won't recognize battery level

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:56:09 -0700

After screen replacement and battery replacement (both ifixit parts), iPad won't indicate battery level; but does turn on when plugged in. I tried to put in old battery, same issue. I replaced usb socket, same issue. wiped iPad, reset, etc. sill same issue so not software issue. I'm assuming I damaged board level when trying to stick the card in the battery connection to keep it disconnected before screen removal. I can do some board level work and have all the tools but not very experienced with it and my eyes are not very good enough to see under microscope; but I do have one. Anybody know about this fix or want take it on if I send you an pay you to fix it? Know someone who can?

⟐ Commented September 07, 2023 at 15:56 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Need Help Identifying Component Q2201

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 06:47:57 -0700

Hello. I am troubleshooting an iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Generation for no touch. There is a component that has a visible burn mark on it that needs to be replaced, but I cant seem to find what it is. ZXW Tools doesn't have any information about the component itself, only the lines connected to it and where they go.

The component is called Q2201 in ZXW Tools. Can anyone identify this component? I can't read the markings on the component itself due to the burn mark. Previous/newer generation iPad Pro 12.9's all seem to use a different component in the circuit here, so I haven't had any luck using another model's schematics/boardview to identify the component in question.

Board number for my model is 820-01435-A.

Thank you.

Update: Luck would have it that another customer brought in the same iPad model for a screen replacement, so I took the shield off and took a look at their component.

It is marked, "FP G3" or "G3 FP", I guess. Attached is pic. Hopefully this helps someone?

⟐ Commented August 18, 2022 at 6:47 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: My iPad pro 2018 12.9" lost backlight

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 19:15:41 -0700

Hi all, this is my first post. My iPad pro 2018 12.9 inch (model 1895) went black during usage outside at 28°C. Then I noticed that the actual display shows picture but the backlight is not illuminating any more. I have opened the iPad and checked the logic board for visual damage but everything seems to be OK. The filters next to the display connectors are also ok. Does someone has experienced this issue or has the schematic for my ipad? Would be very helpful

⟐ Answered June 25, 2021 at 19:15 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: will Apple replace iPad Pro hairline cracks without any visible impact

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 11:02:50 -0700

Hi there,

I got latest iPad Pro 12.9 and hairline cracks started to appear without any visible impact No dents no bends - aluminum housing is like new

It’s still under Apple warranty will Apple replace it for free?

⟐ Answered July 11, 2019 at 11:02 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Lines Across Screen after repair

Tue, 06 May 2025 11:51:47 -0700

I had a charging issue (still not fixed) but I replaced the charging port and battery as a start. After putting parts back together and powering up I noticed missing lines at the bottom of my screen.

If I bump the display cables at the left of the screen I can see them bounce in and out. The backlight works, the touch still works. Just missing the information.

Do you think it’s possible to fix this without replacing the screen? It seems like it’s a ribbon issue or even just that it’s not connected properly on the screen side of the cable.

Thank you!

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Look for LCD shield covers

Mon, 15 May 2023 05:25:21 -0700

Customers came in looking for an LCD replacement. Obviously took it to someone else before. The guy destroyed the Face ID connector, so told customer his Face ID will never ever work again.

Also the guy didn't put the shield covers back on for the LCD connectors. I could give it back to the cutomers as is, but I'm affraid the connectors might pop out.

I've been looking high and low for these shield covers but I haven't been able to find them. Anybody got any suggestions?

⟐ Answered May 15, 2023 at 5:25 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Ipad pro won't charge,

Sat, 27 Feb 2021 16:23:25 -0700

Charged my ipad pro 3rd gen with a lightning to usb c adapter. Adapter became hot. I quickly unplugged it. Next day I noticed that it was not charging on normal usb c adapter and chord. Now it dead. No battery charge and no charging. Red line battery signal and unplugged symbol. Is it fried or just a software issue?

⟐ Commented February 27, 2021 at 16:23 MST

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Looking for a replacement antenna not currently sold aftermarket

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:42:40 -0700

Replaced my screen and was cleaning up the old adhesive and cut into an antenna on my a2014(cellular +WiFi) 12.9” iPad Pro 3rd gen. The antenna is the one next to the SIM card slot. In the iFixit teardown of the 3rd gen 12.9 the antenna was left in the housing. Looking to see if anyone has a rear shell that was used for parts with a complete antenna.

iPad Pro 12.9" 3rd Gen: Help identifying ripped cable on iPad screen (top edge)

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 08:15:38 -0700

Hello everyone,

I recently purchased a parted screen assembly on eBay, there is a ripped flex cable on this screen assembly located at the very top edge of the display assembly.

It is not one of the main display or digitizer cables, although the LCD has defects likely from heat, I’ve connected the screen and both the LCD and touch functions are still mostly functional, and these cable connects at the bottom of the screen... I believe this cable is also separate from the main Face ID and TrueDepth Camera assembly flex, as the repair guide shows them as separate assemblies.

The rip is on the thin flex that runs along the top of bezel, could anyone help me identify what does cable is and what function it serves?

Thank you all in advance,

Clippy

⟐ Answered September 21, 2025 at 8:15 MST