Nintendo Switch SL SR Joy Con button fixed in under 10mins!

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  • Опубликовано: 16 мар 2023
  • Can't play your favourite games because of a faulty SL or SR button on your Switch JoyCon? Here's how to repair it and, with the right tools, it will take you less than 10 minutes. Clear, step-by-step instructions with close-ups of all the critical stages, plus details of the tools and spare parts you will need. PS. If this helped save you money by not needing to send your JoyCon to Nintendo for repair, why not show your appreciation using the 'Super Thanks' option.
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Комментарии • 60

  • @wibm7499
    @wibm7499 5 месяцев назад +9

    We fixed our joycon 👏 From my 10 year old: Thanks so much, that video was way easier to understand than I thought it would be!

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  5 месяцев назад +1

      Fantastic, glad it helped. (Always trust the opinion of a 10 year old!)

  • @NoorJ-fs6ib
    @NoorJ-fs6ib Год назад +11

    Hi. Thanks so much for your excellent video. I am a mum with children with special needs and I wanted to fix their Joy Con Controller by myself. I watched a few different videos but your video was the best, your instructions were very clear and easy to understand. I was able to fix the controller and now it’s as good as new. Thank you

  • @rhidor8524
    @rhidor8524 11 месяцев назад +7

    Excellent, calm video! Ordered replacement parts for 5€ and did the repair following your tutorial. I now have a fully working Joycon once more, thank you!

  • @legohh
    @legohh 7 месяцев назад +2

    Amazing tutorial! This definitely deserves more attention

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  7 месяцев назад

      Excellent, glad it was helpful. It is getting gradual attention, so I'm happy with that.

  • @bentotoro
    @bentotoro 6 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you for your excellent video, the best I’ve seen on this subject. It helped me fixing my Joy Con easyly.

  • @Criselyon
    @Criselyon Месяц назад +1

    This is so well explained and clear, thank you so much! I managed to fix both my controllerd easily!

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  Месяц назад

      Excellent. It is really important to me that my films are clear and comprehensive, so I'm really pleased you found it helpful.

  • @gametendough3380
    @gametendough3380 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you so much this was very easy to follow was able to replace it and it works great!

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  5 месяцев назад +1

      Excellent. You also have the satisfaction that you've done it yourself.

  • @jimi__god1829
    @jimi__god1829 6 месяцев назад +1

    Brilliant vid, saved me buying a new controller. Thank you

  • @Vvvvkkkk-cp2ki
    @Vvvvkkkk-cp2ki 2 месяца назад +1

    Thank you so much!!!! I fixed mine but it takes time! you are too good

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  2 месяца назад +1

      Great! Glad it worked. It was the second time I'd done it, so I was able to be a bit quicker than the first - and confident enough to film it at the same time.

  • @frankbaugh6718
    @frankbaugh6718 4 месяца назад +1

    Thank you! Very helpful.

  • @JKT-ul6kd
    @JKT-ul6kd 10 месяцев назад +3

    I have an issue. At 5:20 in the video, that small ribbon cable holder came apart. I still have the small black piece but I can’t figure out how put back together.

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  10 месяцев назад +2

      I think the flip-up top, the black bit, should clip back onto the part attached to the circuit board. It might be worth removing the battery tray all together to get a good look.

  • @PynkSupich
    @PynkSupich 4 месяца назад +1

    5:20 the black thing just pop off, how can i fix it? Can i like put it back? (I’ve already tried to stick kt back to the white part but it doesnt work.)😢

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  4 месяца назад

      The clip is quite delicate and that is easy to do. I believe you can clip the flip-up bit back on (provided it hasn’t actually snapped) but you have to get the battery tray out of the way by unscrewing the other two screws. I can’t remember if any wires have to come out too. That will give you better access and you’ll be able to see better what’s going on - and if anything is actually broken.

  • @paterpracticus
    @paterpracticus  5 месяцев назад

    It does seem to be a bit of a design fault, but my repair is holding firm.

  • @fellowmemer5693
    @fellowmemer5693 Месяц назад +1

    Bro who's even disliking this video? It's incredibly well made. I am impressed!

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  Месяц назад +1

      Really appreciate that. Glad you found it useful.

    • @fellowmemer5693
      @fellowmemer5693 Месяц назад +2

      @@paterpracticus I was able to repair the joycon with your tutorial! Minor thing, when I attach it to the switch, the switch doesn't detect it. I am able to connect wirelessly. I am not as good as you at DIYing but I thought I did a fine job at it

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  Месяц назад +1

      Is the joy con charging? If not, check that the other cable (6:31) is plugged in properly. That might be also why it isn’t being detected.

    • @fellowmemer5693
      @fellowmemer5693 Месяц назад

      @@paterpracticusthat was the problem, wow you’re good. One of my screws is stripped so I’m going to wait for one of my mates to come take that one screw down so I can fix the process. You don’t happen to also know where to buy replacement screws? Thanks for all the help mate!

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  Месяц назад +1

      Great! Glad it helped. Not sure where to get the screws, but should be ok with just 3.

  • @MasterHitman117
    @MasterHitman117 8 месяцев назад +1

    is there any way of replace the battery trays? my joycon fell of and that black piece you show that holds the SL broke and i am searching how to fix it

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  8 месяцев назад

      I feel sure there must be, but not sure how. You could see if anyone is selling a faulty one for spares or repair on eBay and rob it of parts.

  • @Jackdeans32
    @Jackdeans32 5 месяцев назад

    Having trouble at 5:20 of the video. My black clip doesn’t seem to want to latch so the flex cable disconnects from the circuit every time I move my tweezers away, any suggestions?

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  5 месяцев назад

      Hi. This really is the hardest part of the operation. I suggest trying it out first without the ribbon cable and make sure the clip moves up and down properly. Then, when you try it again with the cable, ensure the lugs either side of the plug are properly over those either side of the socket. The plug only sits on top of the socket, so the clip holds it down onto the lugs, preventing it from pulling out. Hope that helps.

  • @davidperkins7391
    @davidperkins7391 6 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you. Worked.

  • @chrisrockzo89
    @chrisrockzo89 6 месяцев назад

    Hello! I tried doing this on my switch because only the SR button had response issues. I just installed a replacement part and the issue persists. Only the SR button is affected. The joycon has not been dropped and has not suffered liquid damage either. What could the problem be?

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  6 месяцев назад

      Sorry to hear that didn't solve the problem. It is usually down to the fold in the ribbon cable making for a weak connection, but it could be a problem further down the line - perhaps in the socket on the circuit board. I suggest going in again and making sure there isn't any dirt or fluff in the bit where the cable plugs in.

  • @oscarkwong
    @oscarkwong Год назад +2

    Nice video sir

  • @Filip-qc4ox
    @Filip-qc4ox Месяц назад +1

    Did you disconnect the battery or is it fine staying connected whilst doing the repair?

  • @PynkSupich
    @PynkSupich 4 месяца назад

    Where can i find the screwdriver the Y one, i cant find it.

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  4 месяца назад

      You should be able to find them online. Try searching ‘Tri wing screwdriver’ or ‘Y0 screwdriver’. They are sometimes sold in sets specifically for this repair. Otherwise you may need to get them as part of a specialised screwdriver bit set.

  • @rom20mk7
    @rom20mk7 26 дней назад +1

    I broke my SR/SL/leds cable because it didn't come out "really easily, just sitting on the contacts"
    I admit that I did not have to pull too hard
    But anyway, that was the old part and I'll receive the new part on Saturday and try again 👌

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  26 дней назад

      Glad you’ve got a new part coming. At least you now have a feeling for the process and hopefully all will go well.

    • @rom20mk7
      @rom20mk7 21 день назад +1

      I finished the process and it works as new!
      Plugging the cable was a bit of a challenge but I got it!
      Thank you!

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  21 день назад

      Excellent! So glad you made it. Doesn't it make you feel good?

    • @rom20mk7
      @rom20mk7 21 день назад +1

      @@paterpracticus Haha feeling like a tech man 😎
      That's nice that thank to you we can make economy and ecology by fixing it instead of throwing it away!

  • @antinoty
    @antinoty 8 месяцев назад +1

    perfect

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  8 месяцев назад +1

      Glad it was useful.

    • @antinoty
      @antinoty 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@paterpracticus i had two joycons to repair, following the tuto the first one took around 10 minutes (you didn't lie :) ), and the second one took less than 5 minutes. This is really one of my favourite youtube channels, your voice is so calming and you explain very well, you earned a subsciber :)

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  8 месяцев назад

      That's really great to hear! Thankyou so much@@antinoty

  • @rawdiamond89
    @rawdiamond89 5 месяцев назад +1

    In maybe a half year its broken again because of the kink so not a real solution

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  5 месяцев назад

      It does seem to be a bit of a weakness in the design, but my repair is still holding firm.

    • @gouranga1982
      @gouranga1982 3 месяца назад +1

      I just did this repair today as the ribbon on both my left and right joycon had torn where it folds under itself after I replaced the sticks. I found that there is a little recess under the battery holder where you can poke the ribbon cable into, so that it doesn't cause a firm fold. Its a bit fiddly to get it to go in there but give it a go.

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  3 месяца назад +1

      @@gouranga1982 Excellent tip. I'll look out for it.

    • @gouranga1982
      @gouranga1982 3 месяца назад +1

      @@paterpracticus thanks for the guide, it was very helpful!

    • @paterpracticus
      @paterpracticus  3 месяца назад +1

      @@gouranga1982 Great, glad you found it useful - and thanks for the extra tip.