JBL Flip 3 Power Button Not Working-Solved

JBL users often face the problem of non-functional power buttons. There may be different reasons if your JBL Flip 3 power button is not working. So, you need to sort out the underlying issue.

We will tell you about all the possible reasons for a non-working power button. The article also suggests the best solutions.

JBL Flip 3 Power Button Not Working Solved

1. Reset Your JBL Flip 3

Resetting is the first and foremost recommendation whenever your JBL Flip 3 or any other JBL speaker poses any issue.

  1. You can reset your device by pressing the + button.
  2. Press the button and hold it for some seconds until the JBL Flip 3 turns OFF.
  3. A red light glows on the device when it is turned OFF.
  4. Do not perform any function on your device at least for 10 minutes.
  5. Now, try turning ON your JBL Flip 3 by pressing the power button.

2. Connect the Charger

If this technique does not work and still power button still does not respond, try another trick. Connect the charger with your JBL Flip 3 and press the + button.

Hold the button until the speaker turns ON automatically. The red light will glow. Leave the device for 10 minutes and then check the power button again.

3. Loosen the Grill or Screws

Another reason for the non-working power button may be a manufacturing fault. The grill of your JBL Flip 3 may be fixed tightly.

This keeps the power button pressed and it does not respond. Loosen the grill by slightly lifting it upwards. It will release the jammed button.

If it does not work then you should try losing the screws around the grill. Using a screwdriver, release the 6 screws slightly. This will reduce the pressure on the power button.

This solution works in many situations. So, you should keep the grill covering slightly loose.

4. Check the Flip Battery

Sometimes, the power button becomes non-functional because of overcharging the battery. Some users keep their chargers plugged in.

So, the battery of their JBL Flip 3 becomes too warm and its size expands. This oversized battery puts pressure on power buttons hence they do not work. You have to change the battery in this case.

To avoid any such issue, you should charge your JBL Flip 3 carefully. Immediately, plug in the charger when the indicator shows low battery power.

Remove the charger from the electric supply once the battery is fully charged. Moreover, avoid using your speaker during charging. Do not use your speaker for long hours and give it some time to dissipate heat.

5. Examine the Connection Cable

There may be some internal issues that stuck the power button such as the slipped cable or fault in surrounding buttons.  So, you need to open your speaker.

Use a screwdriver to open the screws and also remove the outer grill covering. Now, check the cable connecting the buttons with the circuit board. The cable may be slipped out of its gripper.

Attach the cable properly to its gripper. It is better to tape the cable so that it may not disconnect again. Before closing all the screws, check the power button whether it is working or not.

6. Fix the Surrounding Buttons

Sometimes, a fault in surrounding buttons makes the power button non-functional. For example, the Bluetooth button near the power button may be stuck. It gets pushed inwards.

You can fix it very easily. Open your JBL Flip 3 and expose the internal side of the Bluetooth button. Open the rubber cover between the PCB and the outer cover.

You will see a transparent plastic piece attached to its lower side. This plastic piece functions like the rubber dome in a keyboard.

This piece has two noses on its bottom for pushing the power and Bluetooth buttons upwards. When there is a very little gap between these two noses, they get stuck with each other.

Hence, the power button stops working. You have to create a little space among them. Carefully cut a small part of the Bluetooth nose. It will create some space to allow the buttons to come up easily.

Frequently Asked Questions

The following section tells you further about JBL Flip and other speakers, read the answers for more knowledge.

Why the buttons are not working on my JBL Flip speaker?

The majority of the users say that it is the design fault. The unresponsive power button can be fixed by removing the speaker grill. Loosen the button a little and put the grill back on. Some other factors can also cause this issue, all the solutions are given in this guide.

What does the blinking power button mean on the JBL speaker?

If the power button is flashing a blue light, it means the device is turned ON but not connected to any Bluetooth device. While solid blue light indicates speaker is connected to a Bluetooth. Red blinking light refers to the low battery.

What does the infinity button do on a JBL speaker?

The infinity button enables the PartyMode on your JBL speaker. This feature lets you pair two JBL speakers to make a stereo pair. Moreover, you can connect up to 100 JBL speakers with the PartyMode through Connect app.

Final Words

The present age of technology and gadgets requires you to be a little upgraded person. DIY (Do It Yourself) is a trend nowadays. You can fix many technical problems easily.

We always bring the easiest solutions for you. This article guided you on how can you fix your JBL Flip 3 if its power button is not working. We told you many tricks. Hopefully, any of these solutions work.

Hi, I'm Memona Aman, Editor of Speakersmag.com. I am naturally inclined towards modern technical gadgets. I love to research on speakers and soundbars. I write articles on this blog to share my latest knowledge. I am happy to assist you in your search for the best audio devices. Read more about me
Hi, I'm Memona Aman, Editor of Speakersmag.com. I am naturally inclined towards modern technical gadgets. I love to research on speakers and soundbars. I write articles on this blog to share my latest knowledge. I am happy to assist you in your search for the best audio devices. Read more about me

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