How to Remove and Install the Cover Plates on a New Nintendo 3DS and New Nintendo 3DS XL
Nintendo 3DS
In this article, you'll learn how to remove and install the cover plates on the New Nintendo 3DS and New Nintendo 3DS XL systems.
Important
- On the New Nintendo 3DS only the front cover plate is removable.
- On the New Nintendo 3DS XL only the back cover plate is removable.
- Do not attempt to remove the cover plates with anything other than the recommended type and size of screwdriver.
- A #0 cross-head (+) screwdriver (not included) will be required to change the back cover plate on the New Nintendo 3DS.
- Do not over tighten the screws. This may result in stripping them or cracking the housing.
- Always make sure the cover plates are securely attached to the New Nintendo 3DS system before using it.
- To avoid damage to your system, do not use excessive force when removing or attaching the cover plates.
Complete these steps
- Hold the POWER Button down until the system turns off.
- Unplug the system from the AC adapter.
For the back cover plate
- Place the system on a flat stable surface.
- Use a size #0 cross-head (+) screwdriver to loosen the screws from the back cover plate. The screws are attached to the cover, so they will not come out completely.
- Use the nub on the end of the stylus to gently pry on the small slots on each side near the L and R buttons. Once the cover plate begins to separate from the system, gently remove it.
- Attach the new back cover plate and tighten the two screws.
For the front cover plate
- Use the nub on the end of the stylus to gently pry on the small slots on each side near the L and R buttons. Once the cover plate begins to separate from the system, gently remove it.
- Attach the new front cover plate.
