Nintendo GameCube Controller Directional Pad Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓This guide will demonstrate proper removal of the D-Pad. This is necessary in order to clean or replace it.
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Place the controller (buttons down) on a solid surface.
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Remove the six 9.2mm Tri-wing Y0 screws that hold the back panel in place.
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Grab the Z-button by the peg with tweezers and lift it out of the controller.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Remove the rubber backing with tweezers.
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Use tweezers to grab the center peg of the directional pad and lift it out of its socket.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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