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Logitech Extreme 3D Pro Main Joystick SpringReplacement

This guide will assist you in replacing the main joystick spring on a Logitech Extreme 3D Pro.

Written By: Emanuel Canela

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INTRODUCTION

When moving the joystick, the main spring bends. The spring also keeps the joystick upright. Aftertime, the spring can cause the joystick to sag when not in use. In this situation, replacing the springwill be necessary.

TOOLS:Phillips #1 Screwdriver (1)

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Step 1 — Disassembly of the handle

Remove these three Phillips #1screws:

Two 10mm screws.

One 7mm screw.

Step 2

Using your fingers, lower the rubberboot to reveal two screwsunderneath the joystick.

Remove the two 10mm Phillips #1screws.

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Step 3

Pull apart the joystick chassis by hand.

Release this clip located underneath the hand rest

The circuit board will be loose and may fall down.

Step 4 — Disassembly of the base

Remove the eight 10mm Phillips #1screws from the bottom.

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Step 5

Flip the joystick upright.

Lift up the sliver base cover and feed the loose circuit board through.

Careful with the wires still attached to the silver base cover from the bottom of the joystick.

Step 6 — Main Joystick Spring

Disconnect the wire from the motherboard.

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Step 7

Remove this plug from the motherboard.

Step 8

Remove the four 10mm Phillips #1 screws from the joystick base.

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Step 9

Remove the joystick assembly.

Step 10

Remove the white plastic piece ontop of the spring.

The white plastic will be covered in alubricant.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Step 11

Remove the Spring

The spring will be covered inlubricant.

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