Turtle Beach REACT-R ABXY Buttons Replacement

Introduction

The ABXY buttons are crucial for game and menu control, making them essential for gaming consoles. These buttons are easily accessible once the motherboard is removed. If your ABXY buttons are sticking or unresponsive, it might be time to consider cleaning or replacing them.

This guide will show you how to access the REACT-R and replace the ABXY buttons. The only tool needed for this guide is a Phillips #00 screwdriver.

What you need

Step 1 Rear Case

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Place the controller face down.
Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the seven 9.2 mm Phillips screws that secure the rear case.
Use both hands to lift the backplate away from the controller.

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Step 2 Motherboard

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Use a Phillips #00 to remove the four 9.2 mm screws that secure the motherboard.
Two of the screws are hidden under the red and black vibration motor wires.
Gently lift the motherboard up and out of the chassis.
Be careful not to strain the vibration motor wires.

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Step 3 ABXY Buttons

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With the motherboard removed from the face plate, the buttons will be exposed from the inside.
The buttons are no longer secure and may fall out. To avoid this, make sure the controller is face down.
Gently remove the ABXY buttons.