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PlayStation Controller: ps4 controller wont go back together

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:15:44 -0700

when trying to put ps4 controller back together the right side does not clip back together

⟐ Commented July 11, 2026 at 19:15 MST

DualShock 3: My controller stopped working without any fall or strain.

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 08:57:46 -0700

I'm having a problem with my PS3 controller. I was playing GTA V when the screen suddenly went black, so I turned off my PS3 by pressing and holding the power button for about 10 seconds. After that, I turned the console back on, and it worked perfectly and went to the main menu without any problems. However, the controller has completely stopped working. Even though it was charged beforehand, it's completely unresponsive. I tried connecting it to the console via USB cable, but it didn't work. I also tried connecting it to the charger, but there's no charging light or any indicator light. When I press the PS button, no light comes on at all, and there's no flashing or response. It seems like the problem is with the controller itself, not the PS3 console. What are the possible causes of this malfunction? Are there any diagnostic or repair steps I can try?

DualShock 4 CHU-ZCT2U Generation 4: L2 triggers right stick

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:36:45 -0700

When I press L2, it triggers my right stick up, and even after I release it it still moves up.

⟐ Answered July 10, 2026 at 16:36 MST

DualSense Edge: Is there a high capacity battery?

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:30:51 -0700

I bought a 4000 mAh battery upgrade for my dual sense controller. How come I can’t find this for the dual sense edge?

⟐ Commented July 10, 2026 at 4:30 MST

DualSense Controller v2: How would I fix a single button on the D-pad not working.

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:43:04 -0700

Up d-pad button stopped working overnight while in charger.all other controls are fine. I've cleaned and checked for obstructions. Factory reset. Firmware update. Wired vs wireless.

The button is just fried for no apparent reason.

⟐ Answered July 09, 2026 at 8:43 MST

DualShock 4: when unplug cable controller shutdown

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:54:18 -0700

after the light blue and seen in ps4 and unplug the controller disconnecting and shutdown

battery new

cable for charging board new

charging board new

everything new but the Bluetooth not working when i click share with ps

thanks from Syria

⟐ Answered July 07, 2026 at 23:54 MST

DualSense: DualSense rear case stuck near triggers - hidden clips won't release

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:04:50 -0700

I am trying to follow the DualSense Joystick Replacement guide (DualSense Joystick Replacement) and I am stuck on Step 12/Step 14. I have removed all four screws (bottom corners and behind L1/R1). I have successfully unclipped the bottom and side clips using a spudger.

However, the rear case is still firmly stuck near the L1 and R1 triggers. I've read about the hidden clips in newer revisions and tried prying the rear shell outwards while pulling up, but they won't budge. I'm afraid of applying too much force and cracking the shell or breaking the motherboard.

Does anyone have a specific trick or a different angle for a spudger to pop these specific 'hidden' clips near the shoulder buttons without damaging the plastic?

⟐ Edited July 07, 2026 at 1:04 MST

DualSense: How to calibrate Hall Effect sticks on DualSense (A-0630) without a PC?

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:20:36 -0700

I installed Hall Effect analog sticks in my standard DualSense controller, but they are uncalibrated and lagging. I am running firmware version A-0630.

I have tried:

1. Using the DualShock Calibration GUI on a PC, but it didn't work.

2. Using the DriftGuard app on an Android phone via USB-C, but it fails to save the calibration permanently.

3. Hard-resetting the controller using the pinhole on the back.

The main issue is that I do NOT have access to a PC at home to run complex Python scripts or specialized tools. Is there any known way to permanently save Hall Effect calibration on firmware A-0630 using only a mobile phone or a specific button combination on the controller itself? Or is there a newer mobile-friendly tool that supports this firmware?

Ive tried multiple troubleshooting steps like calibrating it but it works for the moment its connected only once its disconnected from the calibrating source it starts drifting again

⟐ Commented July 06, 2026 at 4:20 MST

DualShock 3: PS3 CECHZC2U MSU_VX8_0.14, charging port replacement requesting help.

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 23:47:00 -0700

Currently I've been working on my uncle's controller for a few hours now that I got the charging port replacement I need. I've done what I've usually do, try and learn about the part I'm dissembling, the only problem I keep finding is.. there's no videos about the exact motherboard my uncle's controller have, not only that but it also has a surface mounted charging port or "SMD" for short. Tried using some solder and flux to get the said SMD off but I can't, even then the motherboard has the white plastic block extremely close to the 5 pins in the back so the soldering tool my uncle bought me can't get in-between unless I wanna melt the tan ribbon and the white plastic block. I'm making this in hoping there's someone out there that has to replace a charging port on a MSU_VX8_0.14 before. Also, the SMD has four legs that sits on top of the motherboard with two plastic legs that go through said motherboard and 5 pins in a line in the back. Help would really be appreciated, anyways I hope everyone is having a good day.

⟐ Commented July 05, 2026 at 23:47 MST

DualSense Controller v2: Tmr replacement in duelsense v2

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:15:34 -0700

I put in new tmr sticks in my duelsense v2 controller. I accidentally stripped out the through hole for the middle pin on the right of the board but it came out whole so I took it and pushed it back in the hole. Now after fully soldering in the tmr stick that one is hard stuck to the left when trying to calibrate it.

⟐ Commented June 30, 2026 at 9:15 MST

DualShock 4: Light bar not coming on

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 13:52:25 -0700

My PS4 controller light bar will not come but it still works with my PS4 why will the light not come on idk if the charging port work because it's fully charged already

⟐ Answered June 28, 2026 at 13:52 MST

DualSense Edge: Finding replacement 6-pin ribbon cables for the DualSense Edge

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:34:06 -0700

Hello iFixit members!

I'm asking a question: where I can get the replacement 6-pin ribbon cable for my DualSense Edge? I had accidentally damaged the cable during reassembly, and I need the replacement ribbon cable real quick.

It has to be within the exact specfication:

6-pin
0.5mm pitch, which is the same as the trigger ribbon cable
3.8 to 4 cm in length. The reason why it has to be in this specific length is because if it's too long, it will push against the back shell of the controller, and if it's too short and the cable won't reach either the mainboard connector or the sub boards (which contains both the back buttons and the relays to the rumble motor)
Conductors has to be on the same side.

I can't find the exact cable on e-commerce stores Aliexpress, hence why I asked for help here,

Update: Here's the picture of the cable in question:

⟐ Commented June 27, 2026 at 2:34 MST

DualShock 4 CHU-ZCT2U: Motor vibration continiously works!

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:53:26 -0700

I have a ps4 dualshock.... for fixing! I fixed the analogs, replaced ribbon flat, and chacols! When i wanted to reassemble it, while i connected battery cable, the left motor started working continiously! When i press PS bottum, it lights only 6 times! I meed help!

⟐ Commented June 26, 2026 at 6:53 MST

DualSense: Why I have dreift in gear?

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:16:55 -0700

In R3 and l3

⟐ Answered June 26, 2026 at 4:16 MST

DualSense Edge: Left paddle got static shock and is now stuck "on".What part's needed?

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:24:01 -0700

I checked my surge protector and ground tested the outlet, so I don't know where this shock came from, but it seems to have fried my left paddle... Board? Some connector somewhere? Whatever button is assigned to left paddle is being registered as being held down, eternally. I doubt it's a mechanical issue. I did not see anything obvious when I disassembled the controller. I've been playing with that button disabled ever since, but I'd like to fix it without having to buy another controller, but I could not tell where the problem is when I disassembled the controller.

Any help or leads here would be greatly appreciated, even just pointing me in the right direction.

⟐ Answered June 25, 2026 at 1:24 MST

DualSense Controller v2: Stuck D-Pad even after cleaning

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:25:18 -0700

Hey y'all, my down button on the d-pad is 'stuck' so that when I turn my controller on, it's constantly scrolling down unless i actively press UP on the d-pad. The physical button itself is not stuck in a pressed down position. I already took my controller apart and cleaned the rubber + d-pad and the problem is persisting. Does this sound like a software issue then instead of a hardware one? Any advice would be helpful!

⟐ Commented June 24, 2026 at 8:25 MST

DualSense Controller V3: Why is my Right Trigger continously triggering?

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:13:14 -0700

So basically the Right Trigger is essentialy just being pressed down without actually pressed down.

⟐ Answered June 21, 2026 at 12:13 MST

DualSense: Why is my controller making my game move to the left even when I dont

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 23:49:34 -0700

Why is my controller always going to the left even though I don’t move it?

⟐ Answered June 18, 2026 at 23:49 MST

DualShock 4 CHU-ZCT2U: Controller doesn’t turn on

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:52:35 -0700

The controller doesnt power on even when plugged in

⟐ Answered June 09, 2026 at 23:52 MST

DualSense Controller v2: Where can I find a good replacement for the ribbon cable for R1 R2

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:35:10 -0700

The ribbon cable connecting the right trigger in the right bumper is damaged and I was looking for a good replacement for it

⟐ Commented June 08, 2026 at 21:35 MST