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SAFFUN Wireless N64 Controller Button Replacement

Introduction

This guide explains how to remove and replace the buttons on the SAFFUN Wireless N64 controller. Button replacement may be necessary if the buttons feel unresponsive or stick during gameplay. The procedure requires basic disassembly of the controller housing and careful handling of internal components. Before beginning, make sure the controller is powered off and disconnected from any device.

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  1. SAFFUN Wireless N64 Controller Button Replacement, Back Plate: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Before you begin, make sure the controller is disconnected and the LED indicator light is off.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the seven 9.3 mm screws from the backplate.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 9.3 mm screws.

    • Use a screwdriver with a shaft length of at least 60 mm to reach the deep-set screws.

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    • Slide an opening pick along the edge of the rear cover to release the clips.

    • Gently remove the back plate from the controller.

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    • Remove the left and right bumpers.

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    • Carefully lift the battery and rumble motor from the case and set them aside.

    • Do not pull on the wires. Handle the components by their housings to avoid damaging the connections.

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    • Remove the plastic holder from the motherboard.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 7.2 mm screws on the Z-Button board that reinforces the joystick board.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove:

    • Two 9.3 mm-long screws

    • One 7.3 mm-long screw

    • Remove the joystick board.

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    • Carefully lift the motherboard by its edges.

    • Remove the motherboard and attached joystick assembly from the case.

    • If needed, use a spudger to gently loosen the board.

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    • Carefully lift the motherboard up and away from the controller shell.

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    • Remove the small black button located at the top edge of the controller shell.

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    • Press the right home button outward from the inside of the front plate to remove it.

    • When reinstalling, align the home button with its slot and press it firmly into place.

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    • Press the left select button outward from the inside of the front plate to remove it.

    • When reinstalling, align the select button with its slot and press it firmly into place.

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    • Press the start button outward from the inside of the front plate to remove it.

    • When reinstalling, align the start button with its slot and press it firmly into place.

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    • Remove the rubber covering the D-Pad.

    • Press the D-Pad outward from the inside of the front plate to remove it.

    • When reinstalling, align the D-Pad with its slot and press it firmly into place.

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    • Remove the rubber covering the yellow buttons.

    • Press each yellow button outward from the inside of the front plate to remove it.

    • When reinstalling, align each button with its slot and press it firmly into place.

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    • Press the blue and green buttons outward from the inside of the front plate to remove them.

    • When reinstalling, align each button with its slot and press it firmly into place.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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