DIY Guide: Nintendo DS Back Panel Replacement Tutorial
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 5 Steps
Getting that back panel off is a breeze as long as you’ve got the right screwdriver in hand! Nintendo likes to keep things interesting with a special Tri-point bit for their cases, so make sure you’ve got one ready before you dive in!
Step 1
The images show the use of a flathead screwdriver, which works just as well as a Phillips #00 screwdriver. Don’t stress about having the exact tool—this one will get the job done just fine!
– First, take out the cartridge from the console. Easy peasy!
– Grab a Phillips #00 screwdriver and unscrew the little guy holding the battery door in place on the back of the console.
– Now, carefully remove the battery door. You’re almost there!
Tools Used
Step 2
– Grab a plastic opening tool or a spudger to gently nudge the battery out from the bottom. If you don’t have one of those handy, your trusty fingernails might just do the trick!
Tools Used
Step 3
– Let’s get started! Remove the battery from your Nintendo DS to begin the repair process.
Step 4
If your DS has a lanyard attached, feel free to take it off—this will make unscrewing that top-left screw a lot easier!
– Take out the seven 6.4mm Y00 screws from the back. Easy peasy!
Step 5
– Reassembly is the final step. Now, put everything back together in reverse order. You did it!
– If it didn’t go as planned, don’t worry – If you need help, you can always schedule a repair
– You’re done! If you want to repair something else, check out the step by step guides at Salvation Repair.
