If you're interested, it also appears to have fixed the disconnect issues when vibration was on. (I use it wired on the PC) So glad I found this information.
I got sick and tired of playing COD with my player throwing grenades and changing his goddamn weapon whenever I sprinted... Then I found this video, my life has been better ever since.
Just want to say thank you. My PS3 has all the classics and I haven’t been able to play for almost a year, came across this video and you are a national treasure my friend. Thank you 🙏🏼
You made my day bro, I just fixed mine. Thanks for the help, and deep thanks for going into the subject without the long introductions that others like to do.
It worked! I was getting pissed off by this controller and it was collecting dust since I was not able to use it, so I was almost buying a generic PC controller. Thanks for your help bro
This vid is RIGHTEOUS, when taking off the casing MAKE SURE you tilt the trigger buttons down towards the table, worktop ect. Especially if you have to pry it open, if held upwards the trigger can fall apart & are fucking fiddly to put back together.
Thank you so much! Quick and straight to the point. Was able to fix both of my defective controllers and resume playing within half an hour. I was also able to fix both using a piece of cardboard under the foam. Once again, great vid and good help
I cut up a sheet of printing paper into 7-8 layers using scissors/a blade to get them to shape, then used clear tape to hold the paper together & sticky glue to stick the rubber foam with said paper layers. I'm sure there's a faster method out there but it's all i had 🤣
Thank u so much for making this video.My PS4 controller had the same problem. L1 was randomly functioning without pressing it. So I tried ur method and it solved my problem for now. Thank u. !
It worked!! I got worried when I had to open the controller again because the R1 button got misplaced by accident while closing it and became stiff. Managed to place it properly.
I did the same thing and also managed to fix the trigger when I opened it again. It doesn't help that the screws are cheap pieces of crap. The head on one screw on my controller is completely wrecked. I've no idea if I'd be able to open and close the controller again if I needed to.
that's the thing about these kind of fixes - they ALWAYS work. lol. I just did 2 controllers yesterday from a vid from 2013. i just clicked this vid today since it was in my suggestions and I wanted to see if there had been any major improvements. Nope. He's just fancier with the thickener. I just rolled up the handyman's secret weapon, duct tape, to make it essentially 2 sided tape and trimmed to fit. and hey presto! 2 good as new controllers.
I have 4 controller and I started my ps3 after a very long time to make run trough the 'god of war' series. And after 2 games finnished it started...I tested all 4 controllers...one won't even connect and other 3 all go freaky xD so tommorow I try this out...hope at least one or 2 get fixed. Ty broski ♥😎✌
Abhishek Sathe this is most likely because your controller isn't the one that came with the console. I have two pads, one form the console and a store bought. They were different when I open them up. Similar to what you said about the mother board
I did it!!! I messed up a lityle at first because the l2 button came loose. Eventually I got it back in place and followed your steps, except that I used paper instead of the 2 sided tape. So far so good. I really had nothing to lose. It wasn't working at all before.
Saw another video with similar instructions and it worked (only difference is I used sticky notes, instead of sticky tape). But I was much rougher with it and didn't have anything to clean the insides.
I've tried this method many times to fix my controller and it still give random button presses even after thickening the foam pad with many different materials.
Great tip, i have this issue recently with my controller, and i have some experience cleaning my controllers (since n64) so i opened this one too and do the regular stuff, (cleaning pads from inside and circuit contacts) with a moist q-tip,(just water) and a dry onebut this dualshock.with sixaxis seemed a little more sophisticated to me, and i was nervous to touch that what you just showed its the main problem so i couldn't fix it. and i was suspicious of that part always but never wanted to touch it, haha now i am certain thanks to you, appreciate it.
I have a problem with my ps3 controller. All lights are flashing while plugged in, and I can only use my controller when it’s not plugged in, what can be wrong?
i need help..... this is not how my ps3 controller looks on the inside :( ... what should i do... sony wont service it either because they dont do ps3 controllers anymore.. only ps4.... i need to buy a controller from a second party OR is there something you know that can be done ?
Mine when I push back 3 it activate R2 I tried everything it doesn't work.something else when I get in with it on the game they say push any button no button work as soon as I get in on the game all of them work
hello, i had a problem on both of mine joystick , there push a button randomly, sometimes thru, tackle,shoot etc, so i thought that a console problem then i borrowed my friend joystick, it couldn't help, same problem as mine, so from your opinion is that our 3 controller is problem or only my console????
2020 watched this video to fix an old controller. Found duct tape from last time I watched this video in 2017. Two more layers of duct tape and it works again, life is good
Thanks for the video man. Do you also have any idea how could I fix a non accurate analog stick? These sticks seems to be degrading over time... I got 2 PS3 controllers in top notch condition and I use them for PC gaming. One of them has its left analog stick losing its accuracy though... It pulls itself slightly to the right...
rantoid... i dont know if youll get this... but how do you fix the cechzc2u A2 version of the ps3 controller. no one has any videos of this type of controller and i dont want to buy anything like a new controller as sony stopped production of ps3 stuff and its now overpriced. same problem except the nunchucks dont work and the up down d'pad doesnt function. the left right d'pad functions but automatically scrolls left and then shoots up.
I haven't seen that model myself but I suspect it could be a legit looking fake one.. There are way too many fake controllers in the market and they almost look genuine..
Look Behind you fucking same. I gotta try to this with my fat hands pretty soon.. idk why it happens if it’s brand new officially Sony product off eBay..
It will work. Do as done in this video. But DO NOT USE WD-40 spray for any thing. WD-40 is a oil base not recommended for any type electrical controls or consoles.
Lol I can't close the controller for some reason, not sure if the triggers/shoulder buttons are out of place or if the mobo is not completely straight, been messing with it for like 5 hours now, fml
So far most to the point vid - thanks for sharing! Now my wife wont complain when she gets the "bad" controller lol
I second that. Excellent video. Taking mine apart right now
Yep, that worked. I would never have worked that out myself
If you're interested, it also appears to have fixed the disconnect issues when vibration was on. (I use it wired on the PC) So glad I found this information.
I got sick and tired of playing COD with my player throwing grenades and changing his goddamn weapon whenever I sprinted...
Then I found this video, my life has been better ever since.
Yes that happens all the time for me (yes I still play on ps4)
The same but my is shooting and realoding 1 second every shot and switching weapon to
Mr Krowley bro same happens to me!
omg exactly what mine was doing on Judge Dredd
My man! 6 years later your awesome video fucking saved me! Sir, you are truly a champion!
Just want to say thank you. My PS3 has all the classics and I haven’t been able to play for almost a year, came across this video and you are a national treasure my friend. Thank you 🙏🏼
I had this problem -> hit my controler hard -> now works perfectly fine
😂😂😂 I tried doing that same thing on the floor and mine shattered
Thats what i do aswell HAHAHAHA
Same I hit it in my bed
@@Speaver2401 did you hit it from the back?
@@gundamxzero3 yes back and bottom
My wife hits that one of our controllers is doing this. I'm going to be her hero thanks to you. Thanks man!
Used your method, can confirm that it still works in 2021! Thanks a bunch, dude!
You sir are a LIFESAVER! I wasn't able to play my 2k in my PS3 for 3 years until now Thank You So Much
SAME ps3 is the best i still play on it
You made my day bro, I just fixed mine.
Thanks for the help, and deep thanks for going into the subject without the long introductions that others like to do.
It worked! I was getting pissed off by this controller and it was collecting dust since I was not able to use it, so I was almost buying a generic PC controller. Thanks for your help bro
This vid is RIGHTEOUS, when taking off the casing MAKE SURE you tilt the trigger buttons down towards the table, worktop ect. Especially if you have to pry it open, if held upwards the trigger can fall apart & are fucking fiddly to put back together.
Used some normal paper and tape. It works! Thank you so much, I was about to buy a new one just for this.
Glad it helped!
Yeah, anything that will thicken the foam will do. It's just fancier and "maybe" more durable with a thick tape.
Yes i used card sheet and blue tacks
Thank you so much! Quick and straight to the point. Was able to fix both of my defective controllers and resume playing within half an hour. I was also able to fix both using a piece of cardboard under the foam. Once again, great vid and good help
Did you tape the cardboard or did you just place it there.
Ty🙌
I cut up a sheet of printing paper into 7-8 layers using scissors/a blade to get them to shape, then used clear tape to hold the paper together & sticky glue to stick the rubber foam with said paper layers. I'm sure there's a faster method out there but it's all i had 🤣
Thank u so much for making this video.My PS4 controller had the same problem. L1 was randomly functioning without pressing it. So I tried ur method and it solved my problem for now. Thank u. !
It worked!! I got worried when I had to open the controller again because the R1 button got misplaced by accident while closing it and became stiff. Managed to place it properly.
I did the same thing and also managed to fix the trigger when I opened it again. It doesn't help that the screws are cheap pieces of crap. The head on one screw on my controller is completely wrecked. I've no idea if I'd be able to open and close the controller again if I needed to.
life saver i almost bought a new controller you just saved me,Thank you🙏🏾
Thank you! You saved me from throwing away 2 controllers that came with my console! Can't fathom that it was such a simple fix. Thanks!
It worked! Thank you, I was about to purchase new controllers.
Even i was thinking i will have to buy new one.
Same
Thank you, even after 5 years you managed to help another person.
that's the thing about these kind of fixes - they ALWAYS work. lol. I just did 2 controllers yesterday from a vid from 2013. i just clicked this vid today since it was in my suggestions and I wanted to see if there had been any major improvements. Nope. He's just fancier with the thickener. I just rolled up the handyman's secret weapon, duct tape, to make it essentially 2 sided tape and trimmed to fit. and hey presto! 2 good as new controllers.
After I realised it was the controller, did the fix, and all good, well happy now.
I have 4 controller and I started my ps3 after a very long time to make run trough the 'god of war' series. And after 2 games finnished it started...I tested all 4 controllers...one won't even connect and other 3 all go freaky xD so tommorow I try this out...hope at least one or 2 get fixed. Ty broski ♥😎✌
Thank you bro! I just saved my controller and about 60 bucks from my wallet, appreciate the time you spent just to teaching us this fix for free!
My controller is little different from inside. The circuit board in my controller is smaller than yours do you know what should i do ?
Abhishek Sathe me to
Abhishek Sathe have you found a solution?
Nope
Abhishek Sathe this is most likely because your controller isn't the one that came with the console. I have two pads, one form the console and a store bought. They were different when I open them up. Similar to what you said about the mother board
Abhishek Sathe u have the A2 version
I did it!!! I messed up a lityle at first because the l2 button came loose. Eventually I got it back in place and followed your steps, except that I used paper instead of the 2 sided tape. So far so good. I really had nothing to lose. It wasn't working at all before.
Where you can find that kind of tape from the video in 2:09.
Holy JESUS. Thank you so much. Now I can go back to my favorite feeling controller. You have my sincere gratitude.
You sir, you are a savior even after 3 years. Thank you
Saw another video with similar instructions and it worked (only difference is I used sticky notes, instead of sticky tape). But I was much rougher with it and didn't have anything to clean the insides.
Just did all 4 of mine and they are perfect!Thanks for saving me alot of money!Took an hour and a half!👏👏
Thank you Sir!Almost ready to smash 2 controllers until i saw your vid.Subscribed.
i love you man it worked for me today is your lucky day because you got one more subscriber
What you use to clean the controller? Any alcohol? (on time 4:17)
I've tried this method many times to fix my controller and it still give random button presses even after thickening the foam pad with many different materials.
Thanks! Just tried this and now my ps3 controller works good as new!
Only my D-PAD are "tilting", that will help the situation? Because is only on the D-Pad buttons
i wish i wasn't so temperamental back then, i smashed my controller bcus it's going nuts.
Me too, it's because FIFA.
I broke mine whilst playing Gran Turismo 6 about 4 years ago.
I broke 1...but luckily I have 4. All with the same problem haha 😂 I'll try and fix 'em tommorow
Thanks, this fixed it. Cleaning wasn't enough, it needed double sided sticky tape, i used two layers.
Great tip, i have this issue recently with my controller, and i have some experience cleaning my controllers (since n64) so i opened this one too and do the regular stuff, (cleaning pads from inside and circuit contacts) with a moist q-tip,(just water) and a dry onebut this dualshock.with sixaxis seemed a little more sophisticated to me, and i was nervous to touch that what you just showed its the main problem so i couldn't fix it. and i was suspicious of that part always but never wanted to touch it, haha now i am certain thanks to you, appreciate it.
Cant tell you how much this helped man
My ps3 controller X O □ triangle are dead...what do you recommend to do ? I already cleaned and used a thicker foam/rubber. Thanks.
the problem is i have a smaller motherboard. How to take it off gently?
Hello is it possible to buy that tiny foam piece anywhere?
Does it also happen to Sixaxis Controllers (without vibration) or only to DualShock 3 controllers?
Soo...even if you take care of the controller..this will still happen?
Hey I did all of this and it works but when I put the shell of the controller back it just cuts if all the power. It just turns off
Thanks dude, fixed two controllers in half hour doing this!
Ty man because of you I am living the life you saved my controller
Very useful information. What size screw do you have to use? Thanks
I tried this but it doesn't work, still pulling up by itself. Any other advice?
I have a problem with my ps3 controller. All lights are flashing while plugged in, and I can only use my controller when it’s not plugged in, what can be wrong?
fixed mine following this guide, this guy is a G
Hello. I don't know if you are still reading these comments, my r1 doesn't work at all and this fix does not work. Do you have any advice for me?
I have this problem with ps2 controller, but it's different than this...how would I fix that??
How thick should the new double sided tape be for this to work?
Nazreen Rosli depends
The Game Master Wtf does depends mean get outta here
Thx dude I’m finally able to play ds2 again without dying to this problem all the time.
i need help..... this is not how my ps3 controller looks on the inside :( ... what should i do... sony wont service it either because they dont do ps3 controllers anymore.. only ps4.... i need to buy a controller from a second party OR is there something you know that can be done ?
Mine when I push back 3 it activate R2 I tried everything it doesn't work.something else when I get in with it on the game they say push any button no button work as soon as I get in on the game all of them work
Hi! What did you use to clean the controller? Alcohol?
Is there anywhere I can get this done? Like GameStop or something?
Fixed my controller that I thought would now be e-waste. Thanks!
Thanks for the video, had 2 controllers in that situations for months, now working as brand new!!!
I didn't believe it would work but it worked. Thanks
Dude, thank you so much for this tutorial! My dualshock works perfect again!! 👊
Can you clean the ribbon with ethanol?
I don't have the proper screwdriver to open the screws, any help ??
I was not gonna subscribe when i saw you had 666 subs, i did anyway cause youre great 👊
Does this work with the PS2 controller? Because it's doing the same thing, and will it work with normal tape
Can I fix this without opening it? I don't wanna mess up my controller
do you think this will solved the problem that several buttons appears to be permanently pressed in an xbox one controller? thanks in advance.
hello, i had a problem on both of mine joystick , there push a button randomly, sometimes thru, tackle,shoot etc, so i thought that a console problem then i borrowed my friend joystick, it couldn't help, same problem as mine, so from your opinion is that our 3 controller is problem or only my console????
I have this problem whener i play GTA 5 on my ps3 when i press the right button it opens the menu
I removed my battery and it's not charging anymore, can you help me?
TYSM U MADE MY DAY HAPPY UR THE BEST I SUB ITS NOW 2020 I MEAN ITS TURNING TO 2020 AND IT STILL WORKS TYSM ILYSM ILYSM ILYSM
And great tutorial
Any tips to remove the screws?
I can't lol
it should be easy if you use the right screwdriver.. the screwdriver I use in the video has a tip size of 2mm, if that helps
THANK you, this saved the life of an old controller whose name is Æþelwynn
2020 watched this video to fix an old controller. Found duct tape from last time I watched this video in 2017. Two more layers of duct tape and it works again, life is good
only the left side of my controller is going crazy when I pressed it too hard... I want to try this but scared to fail...
ecksdee literally just tested the tutorial and it worked like a charm!
yea i also just fixed it myself
ecksdee congratulations!!
hey.. i even dont got the foam how should i make it then?
I'm going to do it because you have positive comments
This worked perfectly on my really old original PS3 controller, thanks!!
I have the white controller from sony and its different on the inside, it doesn't have the foam. Can Someone help me?
Thank you so much. Now all my controllers are back to life
Hilariously, I noticed that I own literally every game you have in your memory.
Thanks for the video man. Do you also have any idea how could I fix a non accurate analog stick? These sticks seems to be degrading over time... I got 2 PS3 controllers in top notch condition and I use them for PC gaming. One of them has its left analog stick losing its accuracy though... It pulls itself slightly to the right...
It worked for me! Thanks, I had to do this after a full cleaning of all the buttons and analogs failed
rantoid... i dont know if youll get this... but how do you fix the cechzc2u A2 version of the ps3 controller. no one has any videos of this type of controller and i dont want to buy anything like a new controller as sony stopped production of ps3 stuff and its now overpriced. same problem except the nunchucks dont work and the up down d'pad doesnt function. the left right d'pad functions but automatically scrolls left and then shoots up.
I haven't seen that model myself but I suspect it could be a legit looking fake one.. There are way too many fake controllers in the market and they almost look genuine..
Fix still works in 2020. Thanks!
But I just bought brand new one and it's still acting up 😩
Look Behind you fucking same. I gotta try to this with my fat hands pretty soon.. idk why it happens if it’s brand new officially Sony product off eBay..
It will work. Do as done in this video. But DO NOT USE WD-40 spray for any thing. WD-40 is a oil base not recommended for any type electrical controls or consoles.
Thanks this fixed my 10 year old controller, back as new!
thanks dude it worked keep up with the good work bro
I did work But now My r3 and L3 Dose not work ?????? 😕
THANKS DUDE.....THIS SOLVED MY PROBLEM OF MY CONTROLLER
I love that you said dva millimetre thick tape instead of two
Can I use invisible glue?
Lol I can't close the controller for some reason, not sure if the triggers/shoulder buttons are out of place or if the mobo is not completely straight, been messing with it for like 5 hours now, fml
Same, have you found a way to close it?
What kine of tape that im able to use ??
Your voice.. It's like you kidnaped my wife and you won't give her back until i repair my controller ;D
Thank You so much. This video really helped and my controller now works perfectly fine.
mine board is different wtf