Nintendo Wii Faceplate Replacement
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Last updated on Dec 19, 2025
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Use this guide to replace your Wii's faceplate. Replacing the faceplate will provide new blue LEDs that light up around the optical drive opening.
What you need
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Use a metal spudger to remove the white plastic screw covers stuck to the lower case near the front of the Wii.
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Remove the two 8.3 mm Tri-Point screws hidden under the covers you just removed.
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Remove the single 5.9 mm Phillips screw under the controller port door nearest the faceplate.
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Use a metal spudger to remove the rubber foot stuck to the side of the Wii near the DVD drive opening.
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Remove the single 5.9 mm Phillips screw hidden under the foot you just removed.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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