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Nintendo's upgraded version of the Nintendo 3DS. It features bigger screens, longer battery life, better pixel density, and a better design.

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A button is not working

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After some time I wanted to play with my 3DS XL, but for some reason the A button is not working anymore. Everything else is working. I don't really understand how it happened since it was in its protective cover.

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Have you tried taking it apart and cleaning the membrane with ipa ?

Update (12/20/23)

@alix25904 Nintendo 3DS XL Power Button Replacement it should be pretty simple if you follow the guide

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I haven't tried anything yet since I'm not comfortable with the idea of opening it without knowing what to do, but I'll try this and post an update, thank you !

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I fix it has tear down guide use it so you don’t break the console

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You might need a tri wing screwdriver

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So here's my update : I took it apart, and I cleaned it but it seems like it's the motherboard that's faulty, so I guess I'll just bring it to a repairer. Thank you for your help !

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