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| Use this guide to replace the left touchpad on your Steam Deck. The touchpad itself is part of a larger module—including haptics—and needs to be replaced as one unit. Although similar, the procedure for the right touchpad can be found [guide|148981|here|new_window=true]. | | Before you begin, completely ***power down and unplug all cables*** from your Steam Deck. Remember to: follow general [link|https://www.ifixit.com/News/4883/esd-is-not-a-venereal-disease|electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures] while repairing theyour device. | | | ***Note:*** The touchpad's springs are very delicate and are precisely positioned. If bent, the touchpad may rattle or not work as intended. | | | These steps only describe how to physically remove and replace your console’s touchpad. ***You may need additional software tools and calibration procedures*** to get the replacement touchpad to function as intended. |
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