Introduction
This guide will go over replacing a Fender Squier Stratocaster standard tuner. Typically, a loose tuner will cause tuning issues, and can render the guitar unplayable. Typically, when a tuner is unable to remain tight and keep a string in tune, it is time to replace it. It is, in some cases, possible to repair a loose or broken tuner, however that is outside of the scope of this guide.
* If you are replacing the standard Fender Squier Stratocaster tuner with an aftermarket, or different Fender tuner model, this guide may not be applicable due to variance in tuner mechanisms and styles.
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Loosen the string for the tuner you are replacing until there is a lot of slack in the string.
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Use wire cutters or sturdy scissors to cut the string around the midpoint, being mindful of your eyes.
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Use a 10 mm hex-wrench to remove the nut of the tuning tower.
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Remove the tower, washer, and hex nut.
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Using a small (1-2mm tip) Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw securing the tuner to the guitar's headstock.
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Remove the tuner from the headstock and set it aside.
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Using a wet paper towel, or similar material, wipe down the surface where the replacement tuner will be.
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Insert the replacement tuners body into the tuner-hole.
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Use the small Phillips head screwdriver to tighten the screw until the tuner is secure.
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On the other side of the headstock, put the new tuners washer and tower on the tuner column.
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Place the nut on top of the washer and tighten to finger tightness.
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Once you have tightened the replacement tuners nut, the guitar is ready to restring. Congratulations, you have successfully replaced a Fender Squier Stratocaster tuner!
