Introduction

If the trigger on your Xbox Controller S is unresponsive or difficult to press, use this guide to replace it. The trigger is used to perform in-game actions, such as aiming or firing a weapon. Step 4 requires desoldering to remove the trigger from the motherboard.

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 Trigger

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Carefully remove the motherboard from the shell.

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Step 4

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Desolder the three attachment points for the trigger, then unclip the trigger from the circuit board.
Clip in the new replacement trigger and solder the three attachment points.

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