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HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement

HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement

Christopher Amaro

Christopher Amaro and 5 other contributors

Last updated on November 14, 2022

45 minutes
Moderate

Introduction

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The HTC Vive controller trigger may be faulty and may not be detecting clicks from extended use. The motherboard has to be removed in order to access the trigger. This guide will show you how to replace the trigger.

What you need

Parts

Tools

  • T5 Torx Screwdriver
    T5 Torx Screwdriver
  • Spudger
    Spudger
  • Phillips #00 Screwdriver
    Phillips #00 Screwdriver

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  1. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement, Saucer Panels: step 1, image 1 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement, Saucer Panels: step 1, image 2 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement, Saucer Panels: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Turn over the Vive controller so that the bottom saucer is facing up.

    • Use the T5 Torx screwdriver to remove three black 21mm screws from the bottom saucer.

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  2. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Use the nylon spudger to separate the top and bottom saucer covers all around the edges.

    • Remove only the top saucer cover by pulling up with your hand.

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  3. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use the Phillips 00 screwdriver to remove the three silver 12.8mm screws from the exposed upper sensor panel.

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  4. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Carefully pull away the bottom saucer cover with your hand.

    • To aid in removing the saucer cover, squeeze the base of the controller with your other hand, as shown in the second image of this step. Squeezing will make the clips easier to release and help prevent them from breaking.

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  5. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement, Front Panel: step 5, image 1 of 2 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement, Front Panel: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Use the T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the two black 5.2mm screws on the back gray panel.

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  6. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Turn over the Vive controller so that the exposed bottom saucer panel is facing up.

    • Use the T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the three black 5.2mm screws.

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  7. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Use the nylon spudger to separate the front panel gently by running the spudger around the edges of the handle.

    • Only separate the front panel around the edges. Do not try to completely remove the panel yet.

    • Gently lift the right side of the panel to the left.

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  8. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect the upper ribbon cable gently by pulling the ribbon up and away from the motherboard with two fingers.

    • Do not try to disconnect the ribbon cables from the front panel.

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  10. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the middle ribbon cable gently by pulling the ribbon cable up and away from the motherboard with two fingers.

    • Do not try to disconnect the ribbon cables from the front panel.

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  11. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 10, image 3 of 3

    • Use the nylon spudger to lift the white tab by 90 degrees.

    • Disconnect the bottom ribbon cable gently by pulling the ribbon cable down with two fingers.

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  12. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement, Battery: step 11, image 1 of 2 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement, Battery: step 11, image 2 of 2

    • Use the Phillips 00 screwdriver to remove two black 2.8mm screws from the silver plate.

    • Use the Phillips 00 screwdriver to remove the black 5.8mm screw from the bottom right corner of the silver plate.

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  13. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the silver plate by pinching it with two fingers and lifting up.

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  14. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 1

    • Use the Phillips 00 screwdriver to remove the black 5.8mm screw from the top left of the battery frame.

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  15. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 2 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 14, image 2 of 2

    • Use the T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the two silver 4.2mm screws from the bottom of the battery frame.

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  16. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 2 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 15, image 2 of 2

    • Disconnect the three-pin cable gently by pinching the cable with two fingers and pulling up.

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  17. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 16, image 1 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 16, image 2 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 16, image 3 of 3

    • Lift the battery frame to remove the battery from the Vive controller

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  18. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement, Motherboard: step 17, image 1 of 1

    • Use the Phillips 00 screwdriver to remove the two black 5.8mm screws from the top of the motherboard.

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  19. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 18, image 1 of 2 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 18, image 2 of 2

    • Use the T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the two silver 4.2mm screws from the bottom of the motherboard.

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  20. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 19, image 1 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 19, image 2 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 19, image 3 of 3

    • Use the nylon spudger to rotate the black tab up by 90 degrees.

    • Disconnect the ribbon cable carefully with your finger.

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  21. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 20, image 1 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 20, image 2 of 3 HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 20, image 3 of 3

    • Lift the motherboard up and out of the Vive controller using your hands.

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  22. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement, Trigger: step 21, image 1 of 1

    • Use the T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the four black 5.2mm screws from the inner part of the trigger.

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  23. HTC Vive Controller Trigger Replacement: step 22, image 1 of 1

    • Push the trigger button in with your finger until it pops out of the front panel.

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Conclusion

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

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2 Comments

It is possible to access and replace the trigger without having to disconnect any of the cables. I have done this with 3 controllers already.

Just ignore the steps saying to disconnect the cable, move parts to the side and be careful.

Jurij Gera - Reply

No disassembly fix for a broken spring: Sling a rubber band under the trigger.

Jon Johnson - Reply

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