Introduction
This guide will explain how to replace the shoulder buttons on a DS Lite if they are sticking or not working properly.
The tools you’ll need for this task are:
- Spudger or other flat tool
- Screwdrivers
- Phillips
- Tri-wing
What you need
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the screw securing the battery cover.
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Use a spudger to pry out the battery.
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Pry off the rubber feet.
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Remove the seven screws securing the lower case:
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Three tri-wing screws
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One Phillips screw
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Two gold Phillips screws
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One black tri-wing screw
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Carefully pry the bottom cover off.
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Remove the shoulder buttons by pulling out the metal pegs that secure them to DS.
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You can now access the micro-button component and replace or repair anything as needed.
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To reassemble your device, follow the steps in reverse order after making your repair.
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For anyone dealing with unresponsive shoulder buttons, I highly recommend watching this video guide;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnWdawXC...
Thanks, this was very helpful. The ifixit guide doesn't include the needed details of how to clean the button contact. This fixed my issue.
