DS Lite
| Problem Description | Symptoms | Solution | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powers on but does not charge. | - Check fuse F1. - Check EM10 filter near the charge port. | Source | |
| No power. | Green light flashes for a moment. | - Check fuse F2. - If the screen flex cables or the WiFi module are unplugged it will cause this. | Source |
| No power. | Does charge. | - Check above. - Test with a known good WiFi module. - Check the power button connection. | Source |
| No power. | Does not charge. | - Test with a known good battery. - Test with a known good WiFi module. - Check fuses F1 and F2. | Source |
| Randomly shutting down. | - Test with a known good battery. - If you’ve just replaced the bottom LCD, make sure the backplate isn’t shorting out any components. | Source | |
| Buttons do not work. | - Clean the contact pads on the board. - Due to the age of these consoles it’s possible the rubber piece degraded, this can also cause the plastic key piece of the buttons to snap off if you apply too much pressure. If this is the case, replace the buttons and rubber pieces. | Source | |
| Shoulder buttons stuck. | - Check that the spring is positioned correctly. - Check the tactile component and make sure it still clicks. Otherwise it may need replaced. | Source | |
| GBA games won’t loading. | - Test with a known good cartridge. Some GBA games have an internal battery that can stop games from working properly when fully discharged. - Check for bent pins in the cartridge slot, replace if needed. | Source | |
| WiFi networks not detected. | - Check antenna cable for damage or degradation. If you’ve just replaced the top screen this is likely the solution. - Replace WiFi module. | Source | |
| Distorted sound/No sound. | - Check upper screen ribbon cable for damage. The audio signal travels through the flex cable to the upper part of the device. - Check speakers for physical damage or dirt buildup. If in doubt replace the speakers. | Source |