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PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement

Introduction

The back shell of your PDP Rematch Advanced should be replaced if it's damaged or if you want to swap it out for a different color shell. If you need to replace the back shell, take out the motherboard with this guide.

What you need

  1. PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement, Joystick Cover: step 1, image 1 of 3 PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement, Joystick Cover: step 1, image 2 of 3 PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement, Joystick Cover: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Orient the controller so the back side is facing you.

    • Use a Phillips #000 screwdriver to remove the seven 9 mm screws that secure the back shell.

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  2. PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 3 PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 3 PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Pull apart the controller's front and back shells with moderate force.

    • Orient the controller so that the front shell is facing the floor to prevent the face buttons from falling out.

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  4. PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Twist the thumbstick to remove it from the motherboard. Repeat this step if both thumbsticks need to be replaced.

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  5. PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement, Back Shell: step 4, image 1 of 2 PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement, Back Shell: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Grab the motor and pull away from the back shell. Repeat for both motors.

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  6. PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips #00 Screwdriver to remove the two 5mm screws from the motherboard.

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  7. PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 PDP Rematch Advanced Back Shell Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the motherboard from the back shell using moderate force.

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Conclusion

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

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