PlayStation Move Battery Replacement

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Last updated on May 7, 2024

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10 - 20 minutes

Rough estimate of how long this takes. (Use this to plan your day, not to feel judged.)

Moderate

Difficulty rating: Moderate. Follow instructions carefully to succeed.

Introduction

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The battery is an integral part of the PlayStation Move controller. This guide will help you to remove and replace it with ease.

What you need

Tools

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  Phillips #00 Screwdriver

  $5.49 iFixit$8.99 Moody - Made in USA (Sold out)

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  iFixit Opening Tool

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  Tweezers

  Sale price $4.99

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Step 1 Case



• Turn the controller over and unscrew the four 10mm screws with a PH #00 screwdriver.
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Step 2




• Pinch the sides of the back panel to remove it and set it aside.
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Step 3
• Hold the base of the controller with one hand and with the other carefully pull up on the white spherical piece to remove it.
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Step 4
• Push the Lithium Ion battery from its slot to remove it.
• Be mindful not to damage the wires or wired components, as the battery will still be attached via its connector.
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Step 5
• Unscrew the 9mm screw in the battery slot with a PH #00 screwdriver.
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Step 6
• Using a plastic opening tool, carefully pry the rumble motor free.
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Step 7
• Unscrew the 9mm screw behind the rumble motor slot with a PH #00 screwdriver.
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Step 8
• Carefully pinch the plastic sides of the battery slot and lift it (along with the circuit board) from the plastic shell of the move controller.
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Step 9
• Using your fingers, carefully pry the square green piece beneath the battery slot free.
• It is attached via white ribbons which need to be kept intact.
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Step 10
• Follow the white ribbon attached to the part you just removed to a smaller, more rectangular piece.
• Lift the rectangular piece from its slot to free it.
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Step 11
• Carefully lift the entire circuit board from the black plastic encasing it.
• Take extra care not to damage any of the wired components.
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Step 12 Battery

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• Using tweezers, carefully pull the power cable from its port on the circuit board.
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