Wii Nunchuk Joystick and Button Replacement

Written By: George Barrone

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Wii Nunchuk Joystick and Button Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

Time Required

10 - 20 minutes

Introduction

In this simple and straightforward guide we will show you how to disassemble and replace the joystick and buttons of a Wii Nunchuk controller. You may need to replace the buttons and joystick if they stop working or you may just want to give the area a good careful clean with isopropyl alcohol.

Tools

Step 1

Use a Tri-point Y0 screwdriver to remove the two 9.2 mm screws from the back of the controller.

Step 2

Use a spudger or your hands to separate the top case of the Wii Nunchuk.
To remove it you will need to apply pressure at the top of the device near the joysick first. Once you apply pressure, gently pry apart the controller.

Step 3

Pull the joystick off the attachment on the motherboard.
This will also expose the gyroscopic mechanism and allow you to clean off any debris that could be causing issues. Use a lint free cloth and isopropyl alcohol to clean the area. Make sure to let it dry before you reassemble the device.

Step 4

Take the motherboard by the edges, and gently lift it out of the shell, exposing the buttons.

Step 5

Set the motherboard to the side so that it is out of the way.
Push the buttons in from the outside of the device to pop them out.
Set the new buttons into the cutouts of the controller shell, ensuring they sit flush inside the controller.

Step 6

Set the motherboard back inside the center of the shell.
Ensure that the motherboard is flush inside of the controller.

Step 7

Push the new joystick onto the white attachment on the motherboard.
Make sure that the notch on the joystick and the notch on the attachment point line up to ensure a secure fit. The joystick may not attach if the notches are not aligned.

Step 8

Place the top case of the controller on the bottom shell, making sure to align the halves properly.
Push them together until you hear a small click, ensuring the controller is assembled securely.