How to disassemble an Xbox One joystick

To control the consoles, special controllers are used. They come in different models and types, depending on the console for which they are intended. The main convenience of such a device is its compactness, ease of use and quick connection. The process of synchronizing with the console is quite simple and does not take much time. After turning on the system, the gamepad is automatically recognized and you can use it. Each button and key combination corresponds to a specific action in the game.

But in some cases, problems may arise when working with equipment. Management and control of gameplay may suffer from this. Most often, the cause of the malfunction is incorrect connection or settings of the controller. This can be easily resolved by reading the joystick's instruction manual. But sometimes, to identify an internal problem, it is necessary to disassemble the joystick.

Why do you need to disassemble the Xbox One gamepad and how to do it

Sometimes disassembling the joystick housing is required. Here are possible reasons for disassembling the gamepad:

• accumulation of dust inside the case causes problems when pressing control buttons;
• with prolonged use, problems with internal elements and microcircuits may occur;
• buttons wear out and require replacement;
• in the event of a malfunction, it is necessary to exclude problems inside the housing;
• I want to change the style and appearance of the equipment by replacing components.

ATTENTION! If you doubt the correctness of disassembly, it would be better to seek quality help from a service center. There they will carry out detailed diagnostics and eliminate possible problems.

Repair and replacement of Xbox One joystick parts

In general, the disassembly plan for different models is not much different. As an example, here are step-by-step instructions for replacing device parts on an Xbox One joystick. To do this, you will need to purchase tools: a small Phillips and minus screwdriver (especially for controllers), a brush for cleaning dust and a set of replacement parts. If you are prepared, you can get started:

1. Open the back panel (it slides out easily) and remove the batteries or battery.
2. Remove the side plastic attachments from both joystick handles, carefully bending the parts until they click. This can be done by inserting a minus screwdriver into the gap between the parts being connected.
3. There is a sticker in the battery compartment with a bolt under it. It needs to be unscrewed.
4. After this, unscrew the remaining screws and completely detach the back panel.
5. Now that you have access to the outside, remove the front cap.
6. After this, you can disconnect the buttons and microcircuits that need to be changed.
7. Get started to replace parts, then assemble the gamepad in the reverse order.

Using these instructions, you can completely disassemble the gamepad. But this is not always necessary; to remove dust, you can only remove those areas where it has accumulated (in holes and crevices between parts).

If the protective sticker breaks, you will lose warranty repairs. If you still have the warranty card, take the product to a specialized service center.