[ninjarico]

I picked up a used iPod and I think the battery is going. It is a 4g 20gb and the battery is draining even if it is left off. Is this an indication of the battery going out?

[SSharon]

It sure sounds like it. Have no fear though, a replacement can be had for under $30 and there are videos that show you exactly what to do. Let me find a link.
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/ipod/...lacement/#1299
and some videos at the very bottom of
http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/ipod/...-service/#1425

[ninjarico]

Thanks Ssharon!

[icruise]

Keep in mind, though, that the iPod's battery does drain even if it is "off." How long a time period are we talking about?