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How to Take out the Vibrators on 360 Controllers

Taking apart an Xbox 360 controller requires only a few simple tools. Once you partially disassemble the controller, it's easy to remove the vibrators. To avoid a mess with the controller's many parts -- especially the buttons -- carefully hold the controller face-down after removing the back. Perform the dis-assembly task over a flat, clean area in order to keep track of all the parts.

Things You'll Need

Torx T8 Security Driver
Pen-style X-Acto

Instructions

- 1
  Remove the battery case from the back of the controller by pressing its release button on the top and pulling back.
- 2
  Use your pen-style X-Acto knife to peel off the serial-number sticker beneath the battery back. Place the sticker some place safe to keep it from getting dirty or ruined.
- 3
  Remove the screws from the back of the controller. Place your fingers firmly on the bottom and top, with the top angled slightly down. Remove the back of the controller.
- 4
  Look for the wires connected to the vibrators in the controller handles. The wires connect into the circuit board of the controller. Pull the plastic connectors, which causes no damage to the controller, to remove the vibrators. Re-assemble the controller.

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