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Retroid Pocket 3 Button Pad Replacement

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Retroid Pocket 3 Button Pad Replacement

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If the device buttons on your Retroid Pocket 3 are not responding to touch, follow this guide to remove and replace the faulty button pad and install a new one. This process will take approximately 25-30 minutes to complete, and the tools needed for replacement are listed in this guide.


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      • Unplug any cables connected to the Retroid Pocket 3+.

      • Ensure your device has a charge of 5% or less as a charged battery can be dangerous if punctured.

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      • Remove the four 6 mm screws from the backplate of the device with a T5 Torx screwdriver.

      • Use a plastic opening tool or spudger to gently pry apart the backplate from the device.

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      • Remove the four 4.5 mm screws with a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

      • Lift off the metal plate.

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      • Use a plastic opening tool or spudger to unclip the battery connector.

      • Carefully lift the battery from the case.

      • The battery has double-sided tape at the bottom. Gently push a spudger or opening tool underneath the battery to help free it from the adhesive. Do not bend or puncture the battery.

      • Lift and remove the battery.

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      • Undo the ribbon cable clips using the Spudger tool.

      • Unclip the cable on the left side of the board.

      • Carefully lift the ribbon cable to the right to remove it from the clip.

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      • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the three 5.9 mm screws from the controller board.

      • Carefully lift the board out of the device.

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      • Using the Spudger tool, put the tip under the edge of the rubber button pad to start lifting it.

      • Button pad will loosen and lift straight out of the casing.

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      • Move to the right side of the device.

      • Using a spudger, undo the ribbon cable clip connected to the main PCB along with the joystick ribbon cable.

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      • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two 5.9 mm screws.

      • Carefully lift the board out of the device.

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      • Carefully pry up the silicone button pad with a Spudger tool.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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