My controller buttons started feeling sticky about 3 days after I got it, without me spilling anything on it or something like that. I even contacted Sony to get it replaced, but they would have required me to send it back and then they would "evaluate" it for about 3 weeks and so on. Completely absurd. It was my only controller, so it made no sense. I used some alcohol on the outside every few days, and it did improve a bit, but not for long. Such a hassle to have to keep cleaning it or push through playing with damn sticky buttons. Fast forward a couple of months and I came across this video. Finally got around following it, and it worked! It feels literally better than new, specially considering mine started getting sticky almost out of the box. Highly recommend it, and do watch those ribbon cables. You can't be too careful. Loved the instructions by the way. In many tutorials they just do it but don't explain the little details that do make a difference, like keeping the ribbon cables from getting stuck and the direction to unclip the front plate. 10/10, would follow tutorial again!
Yeah great design choice by Sony. "Oh there's an area of the controller, you need to access to clean? Let's make them take the entire controller apart from the back"🙄. The new controller sucks, I never had a button stick on my PS4 controller, but in the only 2 months I've had 2 stuck buttons on the dualsense🤬
@@rugbyelite1361 Yeah... PS5 controller seems to be extremely prone for shit to get inside. I had a friend at my house and we had couple of beers, didn't even spill the stuff on controller but apparently some kind of small stuff from hands got in and now I'm fcked
My son busted a stress ball of sand over the controller. Every button was jammed. This video saved our controller! I was easily able to follow along and clean the controller. Thank you!!
Just rub a qtip with rubbing alcohol in circles around the button and press it a bunch of times, repeat until no longer sticking. DO NOT drench it in alcohol. Do at your own risk. Many people will break their controllers disassembling it!
Oh my god Thanks! This tip help. I was worried about dissembling, your tip help. Its like new, i just spray little 98 percent alc. On my sticky triangle button, press it bunch times and it work and don't demage my dualscense, if i dissembling it, it can demage it.
Also mistakes made while disassembling voids the warranty. If I had a dollar for every time someone said they tried to fix the problem by taking it apart because of some video online......
Before making a video for a controller tear down can you PLEASE use a camera that can focus correctly, this was hell and a handbasket because of the other end of the mic ribbon came loose I cannot figure out where to put it for an hour. But once I finally did and put it back together the buttons do feel better thank you
bro you literally saved my life. I was going absolutely ballistic with the sticky buttons. I tried cleaning the outside so many times until I came across your video and felt confident enough to break it apart without accidentally damaging it and having to purchase a new one. Thanks a lot man!
I discovered that my buttons weren’t sticking because they were dirty but the rubber retaining piece had come loose and was no longer snugly attached to the four little prongs. This allowed extra play in the button and was preventing it from quickly returning to neutral. I feel this is likely the cause of many of the early sticking problems people are experiencing. Thank you for this video. I’ve never attempted anything like this and I was able to do it with minimal effort.
TJ that is awesome man, good job! You make a good point there as well, with another potential problem people could be having revolving around that rubber piece on the back of the buttons. Thanks for the feedback we love it!
@@kushajustabird7337 reattach it to the four little pegs by pushing it snuggly. I think when the controllers are shipping from the factory, they aren’t secured well and are coming loose very easily.
Great tutorial and very easy to follow. At first I was intimidated by the thought of disecting my controller, but it wasn't too bad with this guide. This fixed my sticky button issue and you saved me from buying a new controller. Thank you!
No idea how my one button got sticky but this fixed the issue. Kept each screw part ina separate container than I screenshoted and named to make it easier. You helped a ton!
Cannot stress this enough, really be so so careful with the ribbon cables. Just tried to take one out, being as gentle as would allow me to remove it, and it tore in half :))) Yay for easy controller maintenance.
@@omaredunation6670 look online for a little kit to fix the ribbon cables for a controller, they aren't too expensive are the only annoying bit is putting the ribbon cable in, but it worked a treat for me
Really nice walk through! None of the fluff that normally plagues these kind of vids, meaning I don't need to start skipping bits and missing important information... Not that I ever did that with the ps4's WiFi pin wire... 🙄
this is the perfect solution, safe and efficient! this happened to two of my controller and the video helped with the first, as for the second, the stickiness was closer to the surface so I used air can to clear any particles around the button. I'd suggest trying that first if you're not sure about opening your controller but in any case this video has by far the best solution to this problem! thank you once more Gamenetics DIY!!
You just saved a controller's life I was so nervous while following your instructions cuz I've never done this and the ps5 controller is very sensitive, and i thought at some point i messed it up but after i finished it was working perfectly fine, thank you so much for the video you deserve plenty of support!
So I've had the red and black controllers since release and the red has had a sticky d-pad basically since I bought it. Finally decided to do something about it and this video helped so much.
If joystick is sticking in one place, just remove parts as per this excellent video. I just removed plastic joystick from top, poured few alcohol drops, blowed air and cleaned with tissue. My ps5 controller works fine now. Thanks for the guided video.
Came home from work and my wife decided to let our little dude play Astro's Playroom. I usually monitor him as he's only 6 and can get kinda rowdy. Anyway, once I was able to get my hands on the controller I realized the Square and X buttons were very soft. You know what I'm talking about. Not sticking, just soft. Without this video I'm not sure I would've been able to fix it myself. Thanks!
Thanks for this, my controller had a really spongy X button. It didn’t even seem to be grimy in there, but getting it out and wiping everything down has fixed it and it feels like new.
This video made it so easy man, Thanks. Step by step you were on point with everything, no more sticky buttons!! Also wanted to add if it helps anyone I was a little nervous putting the ribbons back in the slots. Each ribbon on top is shaped like a T head. For the bigger ribbons, I placed them on the slot loosely, then used my finger nails on each side to push them down with no problems.
I was just about to order a new one, when … I was checking TH-cam to see if is anything I can fix. Thanks to you, I saved £60.00. Well done!!! Big thanks
You sir have made my day. Wish I searched this 2 controllers ago🤦🏽♂️. The good news, it fixed my problem and also revived my original controller. Just need to find my second controller and if it works I now have 3 in working condition. Thank you
@3:55 - Not just take out this panel with a pry tool. There's 2 clips on right and left side, you need to pry them open. Thanks, you didn't mention it, I've broken one.
I just put some rubbing alcohol on a q tip and rubbed it on the sides of the button then repeatedly pressed the button to get the little amount of rubbing alcohol inside and work the stickyness out and worked pre good
My brand new controller had a stiff & squishy X button, right out of the box. It drove me insane and I was about to send it in or buy a new one but this video saved my life 🤘🏼 It was a little nerve racking but it ended up being extremely simple and I’m just happy that I don’t have to wait a month for Sony to fix it or spend $70 on a new one now 😁
Totally understand, if you follow this tutorial exactly, you should be just fine :) If you have any issues let us know! First thing you could try is getting a cloth and cleaning the buttons and trying to clean around the insides of them too.
Haven't even had mine a few months. Buttons were so sticky they were stuck. What caused the buttons to get so sticky so quick? Kids. Lol. Thanks for the video. I've always figured out this stuff myself, but with the amount of tech in the ps5 controller and the price for a new one I didn't want to risk it just fiddling on my own as I do. So thanks a bunch for the video. Got it all apart, cleaned and good to go.
Thank you for this video. 2 buttons on my son's controller stopped working. I took it apart and found a bit of water on the sensor. Wiped it dry and re-assembled. Everything is working perfectly. Thanks again!
Thank you for the guide! It seemed like a daunting task to take the controller apart but it was actually easy with your guide, I successfully fixed my buttons. Keep up the good work!
Had a stuck Options button. I didn't need to do a full tear down, only needed to remove the back cover and the button popped back into position. Thanks 🙂👍
This tutorial is very helpful. I fixed my sticky button problem and my controller and it works perfectly! This also prevented me from buying a new controller. Thank you!
I fixed it by using a cotton swab with rubbing alcohol, rubbed the wet cotton around the buttons started pressing them about 20 times then clean off the stickiness coming out then repeat, & it cleaned off try it out for anyone who doesn’t wanna go through opening the controller trust me it works!!💯💯
Thank you yours was the first vid that popped up I accidentally stepped on my controller and my right side buttons were stuck and I managed to fix it and clean nothing was broken thank goodness!
Thank you. About a year ago I got some sticky stuff... lol... in in O button and haven't been able to use my original PS5 controller since til this morning when I did this. Only did it because my other controller has a drifting left joystick so kinda had not choice except buy a new one.
Great help. Unsure if it has been said here but I do not recommend using the metal pry tool for removing the first piece outlined in the video. If you have an Ifixit tool kit use the thin plastic guitar pick looking tool for the first few steps on the trim because that black plastic piece takes and shows damage easily.
Great video. I just need to open it up and clean the sticks with some alocohol in hopes that the drift would go away and it did! Thanks for the video 👍
Dude thank you for this. I've purchased 2 controllers as the original justvwas old and started sticking, then i spilled soda on my second one. I just cleaned those two controller and now it's like I have 3 brand new controllers haha.
My son dropped his controller and his pause button was stuck. Used this video to take the controller apart and put it back together. Thank you for this.
Great video. But is there less screws on the new controller? I didn't have screws at the last screws your suppose to pull out. Hmmm. Works and I cleaned it perfect. But just wondering
a soda exploded in my bag with my PS controllers in them four of them that's $80 times 4. all my buttons started to stick thought I would have to replace them all watch this video got the proper tools my controllers are working like brand new in fact I was able to mix and match buttons to make controls look even cooler. video worked phenomenally thanks man 💯
Thank you for this tutorial. I was ready to throw away this controller after my kid spilt something on it. Saved me 70 bucks. Great step by step guide.
Great video, fairly simple to follow. Fixed my sticky Circle button!! Alcohol wasnt working anymore so this was a permament fix. May i suggest better lighting and also more closeups with the camera on focus. Too many times it was out of focus. Just some constructive criticism 👍🏻
Great video, easy to follow. I am having difficulty with the ribbon cables as they just slip out of my fingers and tweezers. Anyone have a trick to help me with this?
This helped a lot, my controller buttons were sticking pretty bad after just a few months. I was honestly about to buy a new controller, but now it’s as good as new. Really wasn’t difficult at all with this video. Thanks!
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! I thought I would’ve had to buy another controller but I followed everything you did and it’s now working perfectly! I thought at first it was too risky because I’m not good with internal shit but it was easy thank you
I really wana try this but damn all those ribbon cables! On the Ds4 there was only one main ribbon cable and it was a pain in the ass. I really do think it's a design flaw and not "dirt" let's hope a v2 is out soon
Thank you, managed to fix my X button that was constantly sticking. Not as complicated as it looks, the only thing I did slightly different was when putting back together I put the back on while leaving the front on my lap, save having to try and hold the battery in place.
For anyone watching this, get wet wipes, wipe around the button you need cleaned, then push it down so the side of the button cleans the inside when pushed down. Rotate clockwise or anti clockwise while pushed down. Then release, problem should be fixed. No need to take apart the controller.
Hi thanks for a great tutorial.. noticed my controller has les screws by the logic board maybe different version and I am in Uk. Thanks though, got me through it.
This is a very good guide but if you don’t want to take your controller apart before doing this get a q tip and some rubbing alcohol and rub the q tip with the alcohol on it around the sticky button and if it doesn’t work try this
Great video man, it fixed my problem very nicely. I do wish the camera was more in focus though, since there were many times, I found myself guessing what you were doing, but it was not a big problem. so thank you very much
Thanks for this video!! Just followed it and can happily say i successfully took it apart, cleaned it and put it back together and it has totally stopped the buttons from sticking! 😊 although i didnt have the white part on top of the inside of the controller at 4:14 so didnt need to unscrew anything for some reason but really great tutorial. Saved me 60 on another controller ❤
Omg ok so my husband's controller buttons were sticking bad and I went to play and couldn't stand it so while he is at work just now I followed this video took a completely apart and fixed it and actually got it back together. I'm so excited and can't wait to call him give him a heart attack when I tell him what I did and then have him feel proud of me when he realizes I didn't break it LOL. Thank you
My controller buttons started feeling sticky about 3 days after I got it, without me spilling anything on it or something like that. I even contacted Sony to get it replaced, but they would have required me to send it back and then they would "evaluate" it for about 3 weeks and so on. Completely absurd. It was my only controller, so it made no sense. I used some alcohol on the outside every few days, and it did improve a bit, but not for long. Such a hassle to have to keep cleaning it or push through playing with damn sticky buttons.
Fast forward a couple of months and I came across this video. Finally got around following it, and it worked! It feels literally better than new, specially considering mine started getting sticky almost out of the box. Highly recommend it, and do watch those ribbon cables. You can't be too careful.
Loved the instructions by the way. In many tutorials they just do it but don't explain the little details that do make a difference, like keeping the ribbon cables from getting stuck and the direction to unclip the front plate.
10/10, would follow tutorial again!
Thanks for this. At least it's not super complicated... Wait.
You got this Dennis!
Yeah great design choice by Sony. "Oh there's an area of the controller, you need to access to clean? Let's make them take the entire controller apart from the back"🙄. The new controller sucks, I never had a button stick on my PS4 controller, but in the only 2 months I've had 2 stuck buttons on the dualsense🤬
@@rugbyelite1361 Yeah... PS5 controller seems to be extremely prone for shit to get inside. I had a friend at my house and we had couple of beers, didn't even spill the stuff on controller but apparently some kind of small stuff from hands got in and now I'm fcked
@@rugbyelite1361 same here.
My thoughts. I mean ffs. I’ll just buy a new controller for £40.
My son busted a stress ball of sand over the controller. Every button was jammed. This video saved our controller! I was easily able to follow along and clean the controller. Thank you!!
Just rub a qtip with rubbing alcohol in circles around the button and press it a bunch of times, repeat until no longer sticking. DO NOT drench it in alcohol. Do at your own risk. Many people will break their controllers disassembling it!
That method can also work!
Oh my god Thanks! This tip help. I was worried about dissembling, your tip help. Its like new, i just spray little 98 percent alc. On my sticky triangle button, press it bunch times and it work and don't demage my dualscense, if i dissembling it, it can demage it.
Also mistakes made while disassembling voids the warranty. If I had a dollar for every time someone said they tried to fix the problem by taking it apart because of some video online......
Will this work on the PS button? One of my DualSense's PS buttons clicks rather loudly and hard when I press it.
Yep that's what I just did. Much better than all this nonsense.
Before making a video for a controller tear down can you PLEASE use a camera that can focus correctly, this was hell and a handbasket because of the other end of the mic ribbon came loose I cannot figure out where to put it for an hour. But once I finally did and put it back together the buttons do feel better thank you
bro you literally saved my life. I was going absolutely ballistic with the sticky buttons. I tried cleaning the outside so many times until I came across your video and felt confident enough to break it apart without accidentally damaging it and having to purchase a new one. Thanks a lot man!
I discovered that my buttons weren’t sticking because they were dirty but the rubber retaining piece had come loose and was no longer snugly attached to the four little prongs. This allowed extra play in the button and was preventing it from quickly returning to neutral. I feel this is likely the cause of many of the early sticking problems people are experiencing. Thank you for this video. I’ve never attempted anything like this and I was able to do it with minimal effort.
TJ that is awesome man, good job! You make a good point there as well, with another potential problem people could be having revolving around that rubber piece on the back of the buttons. Thanks for the feedback we love it!
What do you do with the rubber piece?
@@kushajustabird7337 reattach it to the four little pegs by pushing it snuggly. I think when the controllers are shipping from the factory, they aren’t secured well and are coming loose very easily.
@@Gameneticsspray paint stuck in my button
cheers man, controller got dropped and both the R1 and R2 buttons were stuck. this gave me enough to get to the problem.
Great tutorial and very easy to follow. At first I was intimidated by the thought of disecting my controller, but it wasn't too bad with this guide. This fixed my sticky button issue and you saved me from buying a new controller. Thank you!
No idea how my one button got sticky but this fixed the issue. Kept each screw part ina separate container than I screenshoted and named to make it easier. You helped a ton!
Worked out really well, no problems. Thank you for making this video. The button was very annoying.
Glad it helped!
Cannot stress this enough, really be so so careful with the ribbon cables. Just tried to take one out, being as gentle as would allow me to remove it, and it tore in half :)))
Yay for easy controller maintenance.
i also cut a wire what can i do?
@@omaredunation6670 look online for a little kit to fix the ribbon cables for a controller, they aren't too expensive are the only annoying bit is putting the ribbon cable in, but it worked a treat for me
Oddly enough, quite simple in the end but wow they didn't make it easy to get to the face buttons. Thanks for the tutorial, it really helped!
Really nice walk through! None of the fluff that normally plagues these kind of vids, meaning I don't need to start skipping bits and missing important information... Not that I ever did that with the ps4's WiFi pin wire... 🙄
this is the perfect solution, safe and efficient! this happened to two of my controller and the video helped with the first, as for the second, the stickiness was closer to the surface so I used air can to clear any particles around the button. I'd suggest trying that first if you're not sure about opening your controller but in any case this video has by far the best solution to this problem! thank you once more Gamenetics DIY!!
Thanks!
I just literaly blew so air into the button myself and it helped :D
You just saved a controller's life
I was so nervous while following your instructions cuz I've never done this and the ps5 controller is very sensitive, and i thought at some point i messed it up but after i finished it was working perfectly fine, thank you so much for the video you deserve plenty of support!
Thank you. Those ribbon connectors were the worst part of this process, but it's guide made it fairly easy to follow
So I've had the red and black controllers since release and the red has had a sticky d-pad basically since I bought it. Finally decided to do something about it and this video helped so much.
10/10 big thanks, saved me from getting mad at people selling stuck buttoned controllers as new online.
If joystick is sticking in one place, just remove parts as per this excellent video. I just removed plastic joystick from top, poured few alcohol drops, blowed air and cleaned with tissue.
My ps5 controller works fine now. Thanks for the guided video.
Came home from work and my wife decided to let our little dude play Astro's Playroom. I usually monitor him as he's only 6 and can get kinda rowdy. Anyway, once I was able to get my hands on the controller I realized the Square and X buttons were very soft. You know what I'm talking about. Not sticking, just soft. Without this video I'm not sure I would've been able to fix it myself. Thanks!
This controller is more complicated than the actual console lmao
Thank you for this guide. My buttons were sticky and now the controller feels like new!
Thanks for this, my controller had a really spongy X button. It didn’t even seem to be grimy in there, but getting it out and wiping everything down has fixed it and it feels like new.
This video made it so easy man, Thanks. Step by step you were on point with everything, no more sticky buttons!! Also wanted to add if it helps anyone I was a little nervous putting the ribbons back in the slots. Each ribbon on top is shaped like a T head. For the bigger ribbons, I placed them on the slot loosely, then used my finger nails on each side to push them down with no problems.
Thanks bro I did it in about 15 mins following this video
bought a used control online ithad sticky buttons watched your vid now the thing feels just like new thanks!
Thank you for the feedback!
Thank you. Just fixed my controller. I was so scared, sweating the while time. But it's done! And works like a dream.
I was just about to order a new one, when … I was checking TH-cam to see if is anything I can fix. Thanks to you, I saved £60.00. Well done!!! Big thanks
The triangle button got stuck on our conroller. this video helped very good. now it works again. thx
You sir have made my day. Wish I searched this 2 controllers ago🤦🏽♂️. The good news, it fixed my problem and also revived my original controller. Just need to find my second controller and if it works I now have 3 in working condition. Thank you
Had a stock bumper, and all I needed to know was to pop it out then put it back! Didn’t know it was that easy. Thank you so much!!
Spilled a few drops of a gimlet on the buttons. There were sticky and didn’t feel right. This video got me back to 100%
That's what we like to hear!
@3:55 - Not just take out this panel with a pry tool. There's 2 clips on right and left side, you need to pry them open. Thanks, you didn't mention it, I've broken one.
I just put some rubbing alcohol on a q tip and rubbed it on the sides of the button then repeatedly pressed the button to get the little amount of rubbing alcohol inside and work the stickyness out and worked pre good
It works, but it is a like a temporary solution for me
My brand new controller had a stiff & squishy X button, right out of the box. It drove me insane and I was about to send it in or buy a new one but this video saved my life 🤘🏼
It was a little nerve racking but it ended up being extremely simple and I’m just happy that I don’t have to wait a month for Sony to fix it or spend $70 on a new one now 😁
But what did you do? Just cleaned ? My brand new controlled has a stiff X button as well
@ No, The rubber piece underneath the buttons wasn’t inserted correctly, you just have to put it back into place.
This looks so intimidating lol
Totally understand, if you follow this tutorial exactly, you should be just fine :) If you have any issues let us know! First thing you could try is getting a cloth and cleaning the buttons and trying to clean around the insides of them too.
Legend. Very easy to follow step by step. Saved me from having to buy another controller. Thank you!
Haven't even had mine a few months. Buttons were so sticky they were stuck. What caused the buttons to get so sticky so quick? Kids. Lol. Thanks for the video. I've always figured out this stuff myself, but with the amount of tech in the ps5 controller and the price for a new one I didn't want to risk it just fiddling on my own as I do. So thanks a bunch for the video. Got it all apart, cleaned and good to go.
Awesome! Glad to hear it worked for you.
Thank you for this video. 2 buttons on my son's controller stopped working. I took it apart and found a bit of water on the sensor. Wiped it dry and re-assembled. Everything is working perfectly. Thanks again!
I regret doing this my controller doesn’t work no more but at least the control my controller buttons aren’t sticky :,)
Dang! It can be a little tricky, those buttons must feel brand new though? 😉
Loads of help. Got the gunk out my buttons from my nephew and customized the front to match my purple ps5. Thanks.
Thank you for the guide! It seemed like a daunting task to take the controller apart but it was actually easy with your guide, I successfully fixed my buttons. Keep up the good work!
We really appreciate that! We are trying our best to make these guides as easy to follow as possible. Good job Raff and thanks for the feedback!
Had a stuck Options button. I didn't need to do a full tear down, only needed to remove the back cover and the button popped back into position. Thanks 🙂👍
Exceptional video, watched it 1x and ran to grab my controller. Took me about 30 minutes to complete, great job and thank you!
dude awesome man, you saved my new controller that had a x button that just kept staying stuck down after getting a spill on it. Thanks man
That's what we like to hear! No problem.
Great help. First time opening the controller. Very straightforward very simple thanx to this video
Worked but by God that had me on edge!!!
Thanks! I hade a sticky square button and this video helped me. Could use better auto focus on your camera though.
Thank you for your feedback! We've definitely been working on the focus issue after filing this video.
Great video had a problem with a hard to press mute button this worked like a charm
This tutorial is very helpful. I fixed my sticky button problem and my controller and it works perfectly! This also prevented me from buying a new controller. Thank you!
I love that you sayed that you need a PS5 controller
I fixed it by using a cotton swab with rubbing alcohol, rubbed the wet cotton around the buttons started pressing them about 20 times then clean off the stickiness coming out then repeat, & it cleaned off try it out for anyone who doesn’t wanna go through opening the controller trust me it works!!💯💯
From my experience this method is fairly temporary.
Thank you yours was the first vid that popped up I accidentally stepped on my controller and my right side buttons were stuck and I managed to fix it and clean nothing was broken thank goodness!
That's great! Thanks for the feedback.
Thanks for this detailed video, just got my sticky button fixed.
Thank you. About a year ago I got some sticky stuff... lol... in in O button and haven't been able to use my original PS5 controller since til this morning when I did this. Only did it because my other controller has a drifting left joystick so kinda had not choice except buy a new one.
Great help. Unsure if it has been said here but I do not recommend using the metal pry tool for removing the first piece outlined in the video. If you have an Ifixit tool kit use the thin plastic guitar pick looking tool for the first few steps on the trim because that black plastic piece takes and shows damage easily.
Brilliant video. My dpad was broke but this helped me fix it - easy to follow and simple, clear instructions.
Feels like a redstone tutorial.
@Evan Kaiden uH
@Evan Kaiden ofc we dont give a shit
Great video. I just need to open it up and clean the sticks with some alocohol in hopes that the drift would go away and it did! Thanks for the video 👍
Thanks for this! I have barely had my ps5 a week and already need to send the controller back because my start button is jammed
Dude thank you for this. I've purchased 2 controllers as the original justvwas old and started sticking, then i spilled soda on my second one. I just cleaned those two controller and now it's like I have 3 brand new controllers haha.
My son dropped his controller and his pause button was stuck. Used this video to take the controller apart and put it back together. Thank you for this.
My 3 year old son, painted my controller with yoghurt, thank you very much for the helpful vid, works perfectly now
Great video. My options button on mine was completely stuck. I followed along with this video and now it works like a charm. Awesome work.
You’re a legend for this brother, it worked out for me like a bomb
Great video. But is there less screws on the new controller? I didn't have screws at the last screws your suppose to pull out. Hmmm. Works and I cleaned it perfect. But just wondering
Yup jus fixed my dirty sticky X button! Thanks for the vid home boi!!!!!!
Difficulty: 3/10
Improvement: 10/10
Controller feels like new again, after cleaning up after a small coffee incident.
Awesome! Glad you were able to revive your controller.
By not doing anything about it, the world will find balance again
Thanks guys, I just did this my nephew got the square button all sticky
Any chance you could do a L1 button/bumper repair/replacement ?
Mine is broken and I want to fix it myself..
a soda exploded in my bag with my PS controllers in them four of them that's $80 times 4. all my buttons started to stick thought I would have to replace them all watch this video got the proper tools my controllers are working like brand new in fact I was able to mix and match buttons to make controls look even cooler. video worked phenomenally thanks man 💯
Thanks! Thought I was going crazy with those sticky buttons! Everything works, the tutorial is simple and understandable
Took me over an hour but got it done! Thanks man.
Thank you for this tutorial. I was ready to throw away this controller after my kid spilt something on it. Saved me 70 bucks. Great step by step guide.
Saved me 50 quid thank you so much easy to follow
Great video, fairly simple to follow. Fixed my sticky Circle button!! Alcohol wasnt working anymore so this was a permament fix. May i suggest better lighting and also more closeups with the camera on focus. Too many times it was out of focus. Just some constructive criticism 👍🏻
Very handy. A little daunting around those ribbon cables but you explained it very well. Thanks!
Sticky buttons solved. Thanks for your help
Thanks a lot ))) i lost one screw in the process but still it assembled pretty good and solid
Great video, easy to follow. I am having difficulty with the ribbon cables as they just slip out of my fingers and tweezers. Anyone have a trick to help me with this?
This helped a lot, my controller buttons were sticking pretty bad after just a few months. I was honestly about to buy a new controller, but now it’s as good as new. Really wasn’t difficult at all with this video. Thanks!
Good video but my issue is the touch pad sticking, is that a similar way to clean it?
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! I thought I would’ve had to buy another controller but I followed everything you did and it’s now working perfectly! I thought at first it was too risky because I’m not good with internal shit but it was easy thank you
The best solution ever with the most detailed guide. Thank you so much for making this video!
Bro you helped out alot. I done step by step and got it done. My square button was sticking. Now it's not.
I really wana try this but damn all those ribbon cables! On the Ds4 there was only one main ribbon cable and it was a pain in the ass. I really do think it's a design flaw and not "dirt" let's hope a v2 is out soon
It's definitely not ideal for people like us trying to fix controllers that's for sure!
Thank you, managed to fix my X button that was constantly sticking. Not as complicated as it looks, the only thing I did slightly different was when putting back together I put the back on while leaving the front on my lap, save having to try and hold the battery in place.
Right on man, that was our goal to make it as simple as we can. I'm glad you fixed that controller. 👍
For anyone watching this, get wet wipes, wipe around the button you need cleaned, then push it down so the side of the button cleans the inside when pushed down. Rotate clockwise or anti clockwise while pushed down. Then release, problem should be fixed. No need to take apart the controller.
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Thanks very much, i have no clue what caused the sticky buttons but if i had a guess it would be sweat lol
Hi thanks for a great tutorial.. noticed my controller has les screws by the logic board maybe different version and I am in Uk. Thanks though, got me through it.
This is a very good guide but if you don’t want to take your controller apart before doing this get a q tip and some rubbing alcohol and rub the q tip with the alcohol on it around the sticky button and if it doesn’t work try this
Thank you for this man my controller just messed up and I fixed it off this🙏🏾
Dude. Thank you. This worked flawlessly
How big is your phillips screwdriver's head? All of mine are too big and I want to know what to look for when I'll go to buy it
Great video man, it fixed my problem very nicely. I do wish the camera was more in focus though, since there were many times, I found myself guessing what you were doing, but it was not a big problem. so thank you very much
Thanks for this video!!
Just followed it and can happily say i successfully took it apart, cleaned it and put it back together and it has totally stopped the buttons from sticking! 😊 although i didnt have the white part on top of the inside of the controller at 4:14 so didnt need to unscrew anything for some reason but really great tutorial. Saved me 60 on another controller ❤
Omg ok so my husband's controller buttons were sticking bad and I went to play and couldn't stand it so while he is at work just now I followed this video took a completely apart and fixed it and actually got it back together. I'm so excited and can't wait to call him give him a heart attack when I tell him what I did and then have him feel proud of me when he realizes I didn't break it LOL. Thank you
What happened when you told him