Introduction
Follow this guide to replace the front panel on a Sony DualShock 4 CUH-ZCT2 PlayStation controller.
What you need
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four 6.4 mm-long screws from the rear panel.
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Insert an opening tool into the crease where the front and rear panel meet, starting from the outside edge of either handle.
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Gently pry the rear panel off of the front panel until they become partially separated.
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Use the opening tool to separate the panels by releasing the plastic clips around the perimeter of the controller.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Use your fingers to gently pull the ribbon cable straight out of its connector on the motherboard.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Use a pair of tweezers to pull the battery's power connector straight up from the motherboard.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 6.4 mm-long screw securing the battery bracket.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Use a pair of tweezers to disconnect the touch panel ribbon cable.
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Push the bottom of the touchpad in from the front side of the controller to separate it from the front case.
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Remove the touchpad from the bezel holding it to the front case.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Use your fingers or a pair of tweezers to remove the three silicone conductive rubber pads from the controller buttons.
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Slowly turn over the front panel to let the buttons fall out.
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Only the front panel remains.
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Align the button notches to ensure each one is fully inserted and in the correct location.
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To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
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