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Repairing Nintendo 64 Controller Joystick Replacement

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    • Begin by removing the 7 #0 Phillips screws from the back of the controller grips as shown.

    • Remove the 2 #00 Phillips screws from the expansion slot

    • Remove the rear housing and set aside.

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    • Gently remove the Z-Button membrane and board by sliding them to the left and pulling out of the joystick assembly.

    • Remove the 3 #00 Phillips screws holding the joystick assembly in place.

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    • Disconnect the joystick data cable and remove the old joystick.

    • To install your new joystick, simply follow these instructions in reverse.

Conclusion

Test out your controller! It should be feeling like new.

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Zillatron

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If you don't line up the z button accurately it can be tricky getting the case back on.

Rainer De Temple - Reply

I have a couple thumbstick replacements that do not have the connector. They are from Sodial, and I was wondering if there was a way that they can be easily connected.

derocher1 - Reply

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