Afterglow Wireless PS3 Controller Joystick Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓In order to replace the joysticks for the Afterglow Wireless PS3 Controller the back plate must be removed and the joystick boards must be unscrewed.
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Lay the controller face down on a flat surface and remove the seven 9mm Phillips #0 screws on the back of the controller.
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Lift up and remove the controller back plate.
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Carefully remove the battery by lifting it straight up from its place.
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Unscrew the four 9mm Phillips #0 screws that are attached to both joy stick control mini-motherboards. There are two screws for each mini-motherboard.
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Firmly grip the joystick housing with your forefingers by the yellow squares.
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Use your other hand to get a grip on the black plastic joystick and pull directly away from the housing.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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