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How to Install the Wii MotionPlus

Wii & Wii mini

In this article, you'll learn how to install the Wii MotionPlus accessory.

Complete these steps

  1. Remove the original Wii Remote Jacket from the Wii Remote and keep it in a safe place for future use if the Wii MotionPlus is removed.
  2. Make sure the lock on the back of the Wii MotionPlus is in the unlocked position, with the arrow visible.
    Wii MotionPlus lock shown in the locked and unlocked position
  3. Insert the Wii Remote all the way into the Wii MotionPlus Jacket.
    Wii Remote being inserted into the middle opening of the Wii MotionPlus jacket
  4. Insert the wrist strap through the hole in the back of the Wii MotionPlus Jacket and pull it completely through.
    Wii Remote wrist strap being pulled through the hole in the back of the Wii MotionPlus jacket
  5. While twisting the Wii MotionPlus slightly, gently pull the Wii MotionPlus accessory down and over the end of the Wii Remote.
    Wii MotionPlus accessory being pulled down and over the end of the Wii Remote
  6. Hold down the release buttons on both sides of the Wii MotionPlus accessory and insert the plug into the External Extension Connector on the bottom of the Wii Remote.
    Wii Motion Plus  being inserted into the External Extension Connector on the bottom of a Wii Remote by holding down both release buttons together
  7. Make sure that neither the wrist strap nor jacket are pinched between the Wii Remote and the Wii MotionPlus.
    Wii MotionPlus accessory shown connected to the Wii Remote without interference from the wrist strap or Wii MotionPlus jacket
  8. Lock the Wii MotionPlus in place by sliding the switch in the direction of the arrow.
    Wii MotionPlus lock being slid upwards to the locked position
  9. Place hand through the wrist strap and adjust the strap lock so that it will not fall off your wrist. If the wrist strap has one, close the lever to hold it in place. (Some strap locks do not have a lock lever.)
    Wii Remote wrist strap being tightened and locked comfortably around the wrist

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