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PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement

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  1. PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Power off your PlayStation Portal: step 1, image 1 of 2 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Power off your PlayStation Portal: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Before you begin repairs, power off your PlayStation Portal and unplug any cables.

  2. PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Loosen the left joystick trim strip: step 2, image 1 of 2 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Loosen the left joystick trim strip: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Insert the tip of an opening pick underneath the left joystick trim strip, where it wraps below the grip.

    • Twist the opening pick to release the bottom clip.

  3. PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Insert the tip of an opening pick underneath the outer edge of the trim strip.

    • Slide the opening pick along the edge to release the clips.

  4. PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2
    • Insert the tip of an opening pick under the inner edge of the strip.

    • Slide the opening pick along the edge to release the clips.

  5. PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2
    • Grasp the bottom edge of the trim strip and slowly lift to release any remaining clips.

    • If the strip feels stuck, twist or shift the strip sideways to help release any stubborn clips.

  6. PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Remove the left joystick trim strip: step 6, image 1 of 2 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Remove the left joystick trim strip: step 6, image 2 of 2
    • Lift and remove the left joystick trim strip.

  7. PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Remove the right joystick trim strip: step 7, image 1 of 3 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Remove the right joystick trim strip: step 7, image 2 of 3 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Remove the right joystick trim strip: step 7, image 3 of 3
    • Repeat the procedure to unclip and remove the right joystick trim strip.

  8. PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Reassembly information: step 8, image 1 of 2 PlayStation Portal Joystick Trim Strips Replacement, Reassembly information: step 8, image 2 of 2
    • To reattach a trim strip during reassembly:

    • Use your fingers to align and clip the top edge in place.

    • Firmly press along the remaining edges to clip the strip in place.

Conclusion

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

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.

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