How to fix an iPad Air that shows the low battery screen but will not charge

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How to fix an iPad Air that shows the low battery screen but will not charge
Device IPad Air
Affects part(s) battery
Needs equipment pry tools, screwdriver, heat mat / heat gun
Difficulty ◉◉◌◌ Medium
Type Part replacement


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Problem description

Fixing an issue where the iPad responds to a charger being plugged in by showing the low battery screen but will not actually charge the battery

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Symptoms

  • Battery is too low to power on the iPad.
  • Screen goes blank as soon as the charger is disconnected.

Solution

This is most commonly caused by an old or defective battery that needs to be replaced.