In this tutorial you will learn how to open a wired Xbox 360 controller. This is very simple and allows you to do many things like add lights and a cool paint job, replace worn analog sticks, or to perform simple maintenance or repairs.
Steps
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Make sure that the controller is unplugged.
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Flip the controller so the back is facing you.Advertisement
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In the lower-right center of the controller you will see a small sticker with a barcode, although the barcode may fade over time. This sticker is right next to the Microsoft/XBox 360 hologram. Remove this sticker to expose a screw hole. (Removing this sticker voids the warranty, if your controller is still under warranty.)
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Unscrew the all seven screws on the back of the controller and set them aside. Place them somewhere that they cannot be easily lost.
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Separate the two halves of the controller shell.
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Remove the bottom plate (where you connect a headset) by lifting it from the controller shell.
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Remove the top plate (where the two bumper buttons are located) by lifting it from the controller shell.
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Carefully remove the circuit board. The analog sticks can be removed by grabbing and pulling straight up.
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(Wireless Controller only) The D-pad (Directional Pad) will still be connected to the top portion of the controller shell. To remove it you must remove two small screws located inside the D-Pad. These screws are slightly smaller than those on the controller shell and may require a smaller screwdriver. On a Xbox 360 wired controller, the D-pad will come right off, no extra screwdrivers required.
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After removing the two screws from the D-Pad you will see two small clips inside it. Gently pry the clips to separate the two parts of the D-Pad. The D-Pad can now be easily removed.Advertisement
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Tips
- Do not lose the screws used for the controller.Thanks
- The motors located inside the controllers can be unplugged from the circuit board. Be careful when unplugging them so that you do not tear off the connector.Thanks
- "Xbox Guide" button and sleeve.Thanks
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Warnings
- Do not plug in your controller while it is open as it may lead to the destruction of the controller and/or serious injury.Thanks
- Do not attempt any major modification of the electronics inside the controller unless you know what you are doing .Thanks
- Soldering irons are very hot. When using one you must be very careful. Failure to do so may result in serious burns.Thanks
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Things You'll Need
- TORX T8 security screwdriver
- Medium/small Phillips-head screwdriver
- Or use a very small screwdriver
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