How to Replace Both Joy Con Rails on Your Nintendo Switch

In this comprehensive video tutorial, learn how to replace both Joy-Con rails on your Nintendo Switch. Whether you're experiencing connectivity issues, unresponsive buttons, or simply wear and tear, this step-by-step guide will walk you through the entire process of swapping out the Joy-Con rails, ensuring your gaming experience remains seamless.
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We cover essential topics such as disassembly, proper tools needed, and the careful removal and replacement of the Joy-Con rails. Follow along with detailed demonstrations and insightful tips to make the process straightforward, even for beginners. We'll guide you through the troubleshooting steps and help you avoid common pitfalls during the replacement.
Join us as we delve into the world of Nintendo Switch hardware maintenance, empowering you to take control of your gaming device's longevity. By the end of this tutorial, you'll have the confidence to replace both Joy-Con rails, reviving your Nintendo Switch and getting back to an uninterrupted gaming experience. Subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on more helpful tutorials for your favorite gaming devices!

[@georgellanas9621]

Thanks bud. Save me a lots of money and made my son very happy.

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

Great to hear!

[@cazpira]

thank you for showing each side of the switch because most don’t

[@davidlegend8480]

do you have a link for the tools that u used in this video? I dont have screwdrivers for such small IT projects and dont know wich one I need

[@calvasus]

hi mate, for me it's the conncetor on the motherboard that is broken. Do you know where i can find one ?

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

Search for MB A41B. Those should be compatible although they are slightly different in appearance.

[@CLXYvGamer]

What if the cable ripped I don’t know what way to put it

[@MrBenjibean]

Fantastic video. Pretty sure this is the problem with mine.

[@Lumalee]

I noticed you didnt replace the thermal paste. Ifixit recomends to. Do you know how necessary that is?

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

As long as there is a good layer leftover I don't worry too much about replacing it on the outside of the metal shield. Underneath would be a different story but always make sure that you have good coverage everywhere.

[@Lumalee]

@GoCellPhoneRepair thank you

[@barryquinn5752]

Friend, my switch thinks I'm disconnecting my joy cons any time they wiggle even slightly,, I have upgraded to metal.buckles and have replaced side rail on switch body... only my right side Has issues ,, it doesn't matter which remote... chance I did a bad install on the right hand side rail?

[@LordAguacata]

Do you have a video on replacing the joycon rail connectors @GoCellPhoneRepair ? I screwed mine up

[@LordAguacata]

Also if possible link a replacement one. I lost my replacement connector

[@thegrayjedi5202]

Do you happen to have a link to the rail replacement parts? I work on electronics repairs I just want to make sure I get some good quality parts.

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

This is one of the suppliers that I use: bit.ly/3VIm7yH (affiliate link)

[@Fredderzz]

Do you know how to remove stripped screws

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

Every situation is different but I have a few ideas: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ina8mImphciKoKc

[@mikethesmooth]

I just installed the slide rail and made sure everything was connected securely but now my switch is draining the battery super quick. Does it need to be calibrated all over again? I unplugged the battery cable as you did in the video and as far as I know, it’s pretty snug on there.

[@ghouldrops]

It could be because you separated the parts that are held together by the thermal paste and now it's trying harder than usual to cool down and it's making your battery drain faster

[@higher_rpm]

Followed along and it works now, thank you

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

Great to hear!

[@esmool1967]

Thank you so much

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

You're most welcome

[@priyathandi253]

mine does not turn on after removing the cable from the wire :(, help please

[@bobbyfsha7756]

How much would a repair like this cost?

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

With parts and labor about $55.

[@nomy_nom]

Thank you this helped

[@arekpietrzak8357]

thank!

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

You're welcome!

[@elie9699]

Amazing

[@GoCellPhoneRepair]

Thanks