Nintendo Switch Pro Controller Joystick Module Replacement

ID: 127716

Description: Use this guide to replace the joystick control...

Steps:

1. Flip the controller over so the model stickers face the ceiling.
2. Use a JIS #00 screwdriver to remove the two black 8.4 mm screws that secure the handles, located at the ends of the handles.

3. Carefully remove the handle covers by pulling them away from the main body.

4. Use a JIS #00 screwdriver to remove the four silver 6.8 mm screws that secure the clear back plastic cover.

5. Carefully pry away the clear plastic cover using your fingernail.

6. Remove the clear plastic cover.

7. Remove the lithium-ion battery by using a fingernail or plastic opening tool to pry it up on the left side.
8. Only a small amount of force is needed.

9. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the five 5 mm screws from the back of the controller.
10. The two case screws above the handgrips and the single case screw below the battery bay have a shallow seat. These three screws can be easily removed.
11. The two case screws adjacent to the ZR and ZL shoulder buttons have a deep seat. Use an extension or a Phillips screwdriver with a longer shaft to reach these screws.

12. There's an adhesive pad located in the center of each handle. It will require a bit of force to pry away the front cover, but be mindful of the attached ribbon cable.
13. Delicately take off the plastic cover from the controller.
14. Don't completely remove the front cover just yet, as it's still attached to the motherboard via a white ribbon cable.

15. Use the tip of an opening pick to open the black flap of the ZIF connector by pushing it upwards.

16. Use your fingers or a pair of blunt nose tweezers to disconnect the interconnect cable from its connector.

17. Remove the front case.

18. With light force pull the two joystick caps off of the controller.

19. Use a Philipps screwdriver to remove the four 5 mm-long screws securing the motherboard.

20. Use your fingernail or a pair of tweezers to pry the LED light away from its slot.
21. Set aside the LED light with its corresponding screw for reassembly.

22. Loosen the circuit board off the chassis by gently pulling at the bottom right corner.
23. Lift the circuit board up to expose its backside.
24. Avoid using too much force when lifting the circuit board to prevent damaging the wires.

25. Turn to the backside of the circuit board for clear access to the solder joints.
26. Desolder all of the outlined solder joints.
27. Remove the joystick module from the circuit board.
28. Refer to the following solder guide if necessary: How To Solder and Desolder Connections