Installing DualShock 3 Analog Stick Covers

Replace your PS3 controller's rubberized analog stick cover.

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Use this guide to replace the molded analog joystick covers on a DualShock 3 controller. The electronic joysticks are soldered to the controller board.

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Rear Cover  ¶ 

  • Remove the five 7.2 mm Phillips screws securing the rear cover to the controller.

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Add Note Edit Step 2  ¶ 

  • Slightly lift the lower edge of the rear cover away from the rest of the controller.

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Add Note Edit Step 3  ¶ 

  • Push the rear cover slightly toward the top edge of the controller to clear the front edge of the #2 triggers.

  • Pull the rear cover away from the rest of the controller, being careful not to pop off the #2 triggers.

  • If you happen to accidentally pop off the trigger buttons, we have a trigger button guide to reattach them.

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Add Note Edit Step 4 — Battery  ¶ 

  • Lift the battery off the motherboard for enough clearance to access the battery connector.

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Add Note Edit Step 5  ¶ 

  • Carefully pull the battery connector away from its socket on the motherboard.

  • It may be helpful to use a pair of tweezers or pliers to grab the battery connector when you disconnect it for the first time.

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Add Note Edit Step 6 — Motherboard Assembly  ¶ 

  • Remove the single 7.2 mm Phillips screw securing the motherboard to the front cover.

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Add Note Edit Step 7  ¶ 

  • Slide the trigger button retainers slightly away from the front cover.

  • Remove the #1 button on both sides.

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Add Note Edit Step 8  ¶ 

  • Pull the vibration motor retainers away from the front cover to dislodge the motherboard assembly.

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Add Note Edit Step 9  ¶ 

  • Remove the motherboard assembly from the front cover.

  • When removing the motherboard assembly, try not to tilt the front cover upside down as the buttons and their covers may fall out.

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Add Note Edit Step 10 — Analog Stick Covers  ¶ 

  • Pull the analog stick covers straight up off the joystick posts attached to the motherboard.

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

For more information, check out the DualShock 3 device page.

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