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Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller

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    1. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Battery Pack: step 1, image 1 of 2 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Battery Pack: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Slide the battery release button down.

      • Pull the battery pack away from the controller and set it aside.

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    2. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Front Panel: step 2, image 1 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Front Panel: step 2, image 2 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Front Panel: step 2, image 3 of 3
      • Place the device on a soft, flat surface to avoid scratching the top shell.

      • On the back of the controller, remove eleven screws on the back using the Tri-wing Y1 Screwdriver.

      • The eleven screws come in four distinct lengths. Organize them carefully during removal. The exact placement for each group of screws is highlighted in the image.

      • Gently separate the front panel from the back panel and set them aside.

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    3. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Membranes and Buttons: step 3, image 1 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Membranes and Buttons: step 3, image 2 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Membranes and Buttons: step 3, image 3 of 3
      • Gently pull three membranes from their pockets to expose the buttons and D pad.

      • Remove the buttons and the D-pad from the shell with tweezers or by hand. If you flip the shell over, they will fall out freely.

      • For reassembly, align the guide tabs on the buttons and rubber membranes to ensure proper orientation during reassembly.

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    4. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Thumb Stick Gate: step 4, image 1 of 2 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Thumb Stick Gate: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • To remove the thumb stick gate, remove three screws using a Tri-wing Y1 Screwdriver.

      • Pull the Gate away from the front panel and set aside.

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    5. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Rumble Motor: step 5, image 1 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Rumble Motor: step 5, image 2 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Rumble Motor: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • To prevent damaging the board, use ESD protection

      • Unplug the Rumble Motor cable connector from the PCB.

      • Remove one screw holding down the motor using the Y1 Tri-wing screwdriver.

      • Lift the motor away and set aside.

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    6. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Battery PCB: step 6, image 1 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Battery PCB: step 6, image 2 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Battery PCB: step 6, image 3 of 3
      • Unscrew four screws using a Tri-wing Y1 Screwdriver.

      • The upper battery PCB connects to the underlying main PCB via a board-to-board connector located near the bottom-left corner of the battery PCB (Image 2).

      • Gently wiggle the battery PCB to loosen up the connector before lifting the PCB vertically. Set them aside.

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    7. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Back Enclosure: step 7, image 1 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Back Enclosure: step 7, image 2 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Back Enclosure: step 7, image 3 of 3
      • Unscrew three screws around the joystick using a Tri-wing Y1 Screwdriver.

      • Grip the top of the battery compartment. Gently wiggle while pulling straight up to clear the two metal alignment pins and release the back enclosure.

      • You will experience some physical resistance here.

      • Separate the back enclosure from the PCB and battery compartment module, then set the enclosure aside.

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    8. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Battery Compartment: step 8, image 1 of 2 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Battery Compartment: step 8, image 2 of 2
      • Disconnect two off-white connectors on each side. Use your fingers or tweezers to disconnect the connector.

      • Separate the PCB from the Battery Compartment and set aside.

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    9. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, L/R Bumper Membrane: step 9, image 1 of 2 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, L/R Bumper Membrane: step 9, image 2 of 2
      • Slide the button membrane and bumper PCB on each side away from the battery compartment, then set them aside.

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    10. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Thumb Stick: step 10, image 1 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Thumb Stick: step 10, image 2 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Thumb Stick: step 10, image 3 of 3
      • Firmly pull the thumbstick cap straight up to remove it from the press-fit connection.

      • Pinch the top and bottom retaining snap-wings on the thumbstick module, then pull the module straight out from the main gray shell.

      • Put the Thumb Stick cap and module aside.

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    11. Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Z Trigger: step 11, image 1 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Z Trigger: step 11, image 2 of 3 Disassembling ModRetro M64 Pro Controller, Z Trigger: step 11, image 3 of 3
      • Push one side of the Z-trigger hinge pin and pull it out from the opposite side to remove it.

      • Gently pull the membrane from the PCB.

      • To reinstall the membrane, feed the alignment legs through their respective holes. Grip the legs from the other side and pull gently until they are fully seated.

      • Remove the front gray holder

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Conclusion

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

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