Retroid Pocket 3 Trigger Button Replacement

Introduction

If your trigger buttons on the device are sticking or are not responding, use this guide to access the trigger buttons on the console to remove the faulty buttons and install the replacement buttons. This process will take approximately 10-15 minutes, and the tools needed for the project are listed below.

What you need

Step 1 Battery

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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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Step 2

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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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Step 3

Remove the four 4.5 mm screws with a Phillips #00 screwdriver.
Lift off the metal plate.

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Step 4

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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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Step 5 Trigger Button

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Using the spudger, put the tip under the top round clip at the top.
Carefully start lifting the clip to slide it off the plastic pin on the case, tilting the trigger button as you lift it to remove.

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