How to Open a Xbox 360 Wireless Controller

This article will teach you how to open a xbox 360 controller. It is easy with just some basic tools.

Steps

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    Put your controller down on a flat surface.
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    Tape the action buttons and the D-Pad so that they cannot fall out.
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    Unscrew all of the screws using a Torx T8 screwdriver. There are 7 in all. One is hidden where the battery pack would be under a sticker.
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    Remove the sticker and unscrew that screw.
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    Now put all the screws somewhere safe so that they don't get lost.
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    Put the action buttons facing you and push the joysticks to separate the backplate.
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    Now your controller is apart. You can paint or LED or mod from here.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    Why does my wired Xbox 360s controller blink and does not function?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    It's blinking an error code. Watch it carefully for a pattern, then look up wired Xbox 360 controller error codes to determine the problem.
  • Question
    I have different screws in my Xbox controller and I only have a small screwdriver - what do I do?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Take the controller to the hardware store and show it to an employee there. They can show you which screwdriver you need to buy. Your only other option is to try to borrow the correct screwdriver from a friend.
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Warnings

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Things You'll Need

  • Xbox 360 controller
  • TORX T8 security screwdriver

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Updated: March 5, 2022
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Categories: Xbox 360
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