Undoubtedly, it is one of the most frustrating cases when your iPhone volume button is stuck or broken. The sound on your iPhone is playing too loud or too low which is a common problem that many iPhone users face. There could be many reasons behind this. It could be due to hardware issue, dirt or maybe your device volume button is damaged.
And recently, many iPhone users reported that the volume button on their iPhone 6 is stuck and how they can fix it. That is why we have come up with different ways in which you can fix the installed volume button on iPhone XR/12/13/XS/X/8/7/6s/6/5s/5/5c.
Tip 1: The button to mute the sounds
It might be possible that the device volume buttons are dirty and have debris and this is making the volume button stuck. Hence, in this case, you need to make sure that you clean the iPhone audio button and sockets. You can clean with a cotton bud and gently run it around the buttons and socket. You can dip a cotton bud in water as direct contact with water can damage the volume button. Finally, you can use dry buds to clean off any moisture.
Tip 2: Clean the charging port and headphone jack
Your iPhone headphone jack and connectors could also have some dirt particles causing you to experience this problem. Therefore, use a toothpick to clean the device’s charging port and headphone jack. Gently remove all dust, dirt and debris particles until the problem is resolved. Once the cleaning is done, try turning the volume buttons on or off to check if they are now working properly.
Tip 3: Press the volume button
If the above tips fail to fix the problem, the iPhone volume button may be cluttered. In this scenario, you can solve the problem by pressing the buttons several times. This tip works for many iPhone users and may also work for you.
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Tip 4: Update iOS on your device
Latest iOS Version Make sure your iPhone is updated to iOS. If the problem you are experiencing right now is caused by a software issue, it will definitely be resolved once you update your device to the latest software. Overall, Apple is fixing many bugs in the latest iOS version. You might not be aware that the iPhone 6 volume button stuck issue is generally due to the unstable iOS version on your device.
Here are the steps on how to check and install the latest software on iPhone:
Step 1: Go to the Settings app and then open “General” settings.
Step 2: Here, click on Software Update and if there is an update available for your device, download and install it to avoid iPhone audio issue.
Tip 5: Restore iPhone to Factory Settings (Data Loss)
Another tip to fix iPhone volume button keeps dropping is to restore your iPhone to factory settings. However, it will completely erase the existing data from your device. This is why it is suggested to back up your iPhone before restoring your device to factory settings. Also, make sure that your iPhone has sufficient charge and is connected to a stable Wi-Fi connection for smooth operation. To restore iPhone to factory settings, follow these steps:
Step 1: Run the latest version of iTunes on your computer, then connect your iPhone to your computer using an undamaged USB cable.
Step 2: Next, go to the “Summary” tab, and then click “Restore iPhone” option as shown in the figure below.
Step 3: Next, click on the “Restore” button to start the iPhone restore process and after that is done, you can activate your new devices.
Tip 6: Device version
Mostly iPhone volume button sticky occurs due to hardware problem. For example, if you accidentally drop your iPhone, it can cause a computer problem with the volume button. Hence, check your iPhone volume button carefully to see if there is any hardware damage.
Tip 7: Disassemble the iPhone
It might be possible that the hardware damage is deeper and in this case, you need to take apart your iPhone to check the volume button. For this, you need prior knowledge to disassemble iPhones. Furthermore, you will also have to buy new volume buttons if replacement is required. Remove the iPhone battery and check that the volume buttons are working or need replacing.
