How to Open Xbox 360 Controller?

How to Disassemble an Xbox 360 Controller

There are seven screws on the back of the controller. Three on each side with one in the middle hidden under a barcode you can either peel off this barcode or just go right through it like I did.

What Tool is Used to Take Apart an Xbox 360 Controller?

If you want to open your wireless xbox 360 controller or your PS3 slim, then you need a tamper resistant screwdriver size T8 to remove the first screw. Why buy a whole set, when you need just one screwdriver? This driver has a small hole in the tip, to bypass the post in a tamper resistant screw.

How do you Take Apart a Wired Xbox 360 Controller?

Remove the bottom plate (where you connect a headset) by lifting it from the controller shell. Remove the top plate (where the two bumper buttons are located) by lifting it from the controller shell. Carefully remove the circuit board. The analog sticks can be removed by grabbing and pulling straight up.

Can you Open Xbox 360 Controller?

On a Xbox 360 wired controller , the Dpad will come right off, no extra screwdrivers required. After removing the two screws from the DPad you will see two small clips inside it. Gently pry the clips to separate the two parts of the DPad. The DPad can now be easily removed.

What Screwdriver Do you Need to Open a Xbox 360 Controller?

Product Description. If you want to open your wireless xbox 360 controller or your PS3 slim, then you need a tamper resistant screwdriver size T8 to remove the first screw. Why buy a whole set, when you need just one screwdriver? This driver has a small hole in the tip, to bypass the post in a tamper resistant screw.

How do you Take the Cover off an Xbox 360 Controller?

Grip the controller firmly to remove the side handles, wedging a spudger into the seam between the front and handle plates. Pry the side plate away from the front plate by moving the spudger back and forth. You will need to do this all the way around the side plate's seam.

What Type of Screw is in a Xbox 360 Controller?

Amazon.com: Xbox 360 controller screwdriver Torx 8 T8 : Video Games.