Anker Soundcore Q20i Ear Pads Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

If you want to replace the ear cushions on your Anker Soundcore Life Q20i headphones or need to access any of the internal hardware, follow this guide to remove and replace the ear cushions. The ear cushions sit on your ears when wearing the headphones.

The ear cushions do not impact the headphones’ technological function, but the pleather can peel or rip, causing discomfort.

What you need

Step 1 Ear Pads

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Choose the desired ear cushion to replace.
Orient the headphones so that the side of the ear cushion is accessible.

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Step 2

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Wedge an opening tool into the groove where the ear pad meets the driver assembly.
Pry the ear pad away from the driver assembly.

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Step 3

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Repeat Step 2 around the entire perimeter around the ear pad until it is fully detached from the base.
Remove the ear pad.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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