Battery Mounting Bracket Removal - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

This guide shows how to remove the battery bracket from the Steam Controller (2nd Gen, 2026).

What you need

1. Step 1 Before you begin
  Let your controller's battery drain below 25% before starting this repair.
  
  Unplug all cables and accessories from the controller, including the Steam Controller Puck.
  
  During your repair, it can be helpful to lay the Steam Controller on a clean, soft cloth for stabilization and to prevent scratches.
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2. Step 2 Remove the back cover screws
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  TR6 Torx Security Screwdriver
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  Use a T6 Torx screwdriver to remove the seven screws securing the back cover.
  
  To reach some of the screws you'll need a skinny, long-shank screwdriver.
  
  Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from.
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4. Step 3 Remove the back cover
  Remove the back cover.
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1. Step 4 Remove the battery
  If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions. Never reinstall a swollen battery—replace it with a new one.
  
  Lift the right edge of the battery to remove it.
  
  During reassembly, first slide the left side of the battery into place so its connector is fully seated. Then, press the right side into place to secure it.
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1. Step 5 Remove the mounting bracket screws
  During the rest of your repair, don't forcefully push the controller down onto your work surface—you may damage the thumbsticks and trackpads.
  
  Use a T6 Torx screwdriver to remove the four 7.4 mm‑long screws securing the battery mounting bracket.
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2. Step 6 Remove the mounting bracket
  Remove the battery mounting bracket.
  
  During reassembly, make sure the three alignment pegs on the mounting bracket go into their holes on the board.
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