XBOX Controller S Cable Replacement

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Introduction

If your Xbox Controller S cable isn't working, use this guide to replace the cable. The cable is what allows the controller to be connected to the console. Steps 4 and 5 require you to use a soldering iron. This video link will be helpful for your device repair

What you need

Step 1 Shell

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Remove the seven 9.4 mm screws on the back of the controller using a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
One screw is hidden behind the sticker on the back of the controller. Peel that sticker back and remove that screw as well.

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Step 2

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Keep the controller facing down to prevent components from falling out.
Remove the back shell.
Flip the controller over and remove the front shell.

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Step 3 Cable

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Pop the circuit board out of the rear housing to access the cord.
Note the order of the wires that are connected from the cable to the circuit board. These wires will need to be put back in the same configuration.

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Step 4

Desolder the connector points from the opposite side of the board. Go back and push down on all the pins to push them out of the holes.
The connector will either fall out on its own or wiggle loose on the other side relatively easily.
If it doesn't come loose, reheat and remove some additional solder from the points on the board.
Clean up the area when you are done with some 99% IPA (isopropyl alcohol).