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Microsoft Xbox One X Controller Repair
Controller Repair guide for the Microsoft Xbox One X
Before you begin
Tools
- TR8 Security Torx screwdriver
- T6 Torx screwdriver
- Plastic prying tool
- Spudger
- Tweezers
- Anti-static wrist strap
Parts / materials
- Replacement Xbox One thumbsticks
- Replacement bumper bracket assembly
- Isopropyl alcohol (90%+)
- Cotton swabs
Safety
- Disconnect the controller from wired power and remove all batteries before starting.
- Wear an anti-static wrist strap to avoid electrostatically damaging the internal circuit boards.
- Wear protective eyewear to guard against flying plastic clips or springs.
Overview
Step-by-step
- 1
Remove the battery cover and batteries
1 minSlide the battery door off the back of the controller and remove both AA batteries.
- 2
Pry off the left side grip panel
2 minInsert a plastic prying tool into the seam along the left handle grip and lever it outward to release the plastic retaining clips.
- 3
Pry off the right side grip panel
2 minInsert the plastic prying tool into the seam of the right handle grip and pop the panel free from the housing.
- 4
Puncture the battery compartment label
1 minLocate the hidden screw underneath the central sticker inside the battery tray and pierce through the center of the label using a TR8 Security Torx driver.
- 5
Unscrew the five outer housing screws
3 minUse a TR8 Security Torx screwdriver to remove the four handle screws and the single central battery compartment screw.
- 6
Lift away the front faceplate
1 minTurn the controller front-side up and pull the plastic faceplate straight off the internal assembly.
- 7
Remove the rear enclosure shell
2 minCarefully separate the rear plastic casing from the inner frame and set it aside.
- 8
Pull off the analog thumbstick caps
1 minGrasp the plastic thumbstick caps firmly and pull them straight up off the analog metal shafts.
- 9
Unscrew the top circuit board
3 minUse a T6 Torx screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the upper circuit board to the controller frame.
- 10
Unclip the bumper assembly
2 minUse a spudger to gently pry the plastic bumper bracket (LB/RB) up off the center clips above the Xbox button.
- 11
Clean button contacts and PCB
2 minMoisten a cotton swab with 90%+ isopropyl alcohol and wipe down the conductive button pads and contact surfaces.
- 12
Install the replacement thumbstick caps
2 minAlign the D-shaped slot on the bottom of the new thumbstick caps with the shafts and press them down firmly.
- 13
Reassemble the controller housing
4 minSnap the bumper bracket into place, align the front and rear shells over the frame, and secure all five TR8 screws.
After your Microsoft Xbox One X controller repair
Power the Xbox One X back on and test the controller repair function before you put every screw away. Check touch/display response, charging, cameras, buttons, and wireless as relevant to this repair. If something fails after closing the device, reopen carefully and reseat the connectors for this Microsoft Xbox One X job before assuming the part is defective. Keep leftover adhesive and screws labeled in case you need a second pass.
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