Introduction
Use this guide to replace the left and right joystick modules on your IINE Retro Pocket game controller.
What you need
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Set the controller down on your working surface.
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Flip the controller over so the back of the controller is facing up, with the shoulder buttons facing away from you.
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Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the four black 7.5mm screws from the corners of the back plate.
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Use the tip of an opening pick to separate the back plate. Start at the bottom corner, and pry downwards.
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As you make your way toward the center, you will eventually disengage the retaining clips located on either side of the status LED array.
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Lift the back plate up and away from you, and set it aside.
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Once the back plate is removed, you now have access to the internals of the controller.
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Locate the battery connector.
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Use a pair of tweezers to carefully push on the notches of the battery connector and disconnect it from the socket.
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Locate the ZIF connector of the right joystick.
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Use a pair of tweezers to flip up the black flap of the ZIF connector and unlock it.
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Disconnect the joystick cable by carefully pulling it straight out of the connector.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two black 3.5mm screws that secure the right joystick.
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Locate the ZIF connector of the left joystick.
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Use a pair of tweezers to flip up the black flap of the ZIF connector and unlock it.
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Disconnect the joystick cable by carefully pulling it straight out of the connector.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two black 3.5mm screws that secure the left joystick.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Once the controller is fully reassembled, connect it to your Nintendo Switch and calibrate the new joystick.
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