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Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Replaced joysticks and still have random inputs

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 14:42:49 -0700

Hello there, i recently got a cheap xbox with a controller that was listed as having drift.

Apon replacing the joysticks and testing it via online drifting tools, its smack bang in the middle with zero play but my controller will still pull downwards on the menu no matter what.

I’ve completely cleaned the entire controller inside with 99% iso with a brush.

Heres a video of it.

https://streamable.com/rqcxqg

⟐ Commented February 22, 2026 at 14:42 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: How to make it a wired controller with out using the Micro Usb?

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:16:13 -0700

How to make it a wired controller with out using the Micro Usb?

⟐ Commented February 14, 2026 at 19:16 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Controller will not sync

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 01:32:24 -0700

I dropped my controller and now it won't sync unless I have the controller within a couple inches next to the console. How do I fix this

⟐ Answered February 12, 2026 at 1:32 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Why is my Xbox controller double inputing in menus?

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 09:05:31 -0700

In the Xbox menus (system, not game), my controller will always double input using the sticks or d-pad. I move one, it moves two with two separate sounds. It doesn’t do this to other controllers on the same console

⟐ Commented December 13, 2025 at 9:05 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Controller turns off after a while, ic IACMG heats up insanely

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:45:15 -0700

Hello,

I've got a problem with Xbox One S controller (model 1708).

Device can run from about 30 seconds to 2 minutes, then turns off. It heated up under left analog, so I opened it and it seems that the IC named IACMG left to the D-Pad generates the heat.

I discovered that capacitor C20 next to that IC is burned and act like a wire, so I desoldered it and put other capacitor, although I don't know the capacity of C20, so I inserted 1uF as I only had these (terrible idea, but I thought it may be better than burned cap). After that controller acts the same way it acted.

(U3 is the IACMG)

I tried to find datasheet of IACMG on the web, unsuccessfully haven't found anything. I assume it must be some IC from power, as on the opposite layer of PCB there is the same IC next to inductors. Maybe somewhere there is some short-circuit that causes overheating, but I don't know where to look for it as I don't know what pins from that IC are for.

Controller works fine, it connects via USB or Bluetooth, but only for a while.

Someone had similar problem? Or someone know where to find information about IACMG?

And sorry for my English.

⟐ Commented December 08, 2025 at 12:45 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Where can I get a joystick repaired on my special edition Xbox one con

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 07:51:24 -0700

My left joystick is broken and I want to get it fixed. Where would I be able to do so?

⟐ Answered November 21, 2025 at 7:51 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Controller has no power

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 01:21:07 -0700

My brother in-law tried to fix his controller and didnt secure/detatch the rumble motor this fell and tore the entire trace off. Im guessing he tried to solder on to nothing and ruined even more, he wouldnt tel me what he actually did.

He has passed it to me but i dont have a clue.

Would this cause a no power issue?

Any help is appreciated

⟐ Edited November 06, 2025 at 1:21 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: My battery compartment rusted and need replacement.

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:03:31 -0700

My battery compartment rusted and need replacement.

⟐ Answered October 16, 2025 at 0:03 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Why does my controller have stick drift onto the left joystick

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 03:11:58 -0700

Whenever I try to go up on my left joystick it doesn't work until I press on it

⟐ Answered August 31, 2025 at 3:11 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Repair broken off joystick pads

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 00:00:50 -0700

Got a Xbox One controller that i replaced the joystick on a couple years back using a cheap $10 soldering iron. It started getting stick drift recently so i removed the joystick with my pinecil and a few of the pads came off. Is there any salvaging this board?

⟐ Answered July 22, 2025 at 0:00 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Controller doesn't want to work via USB connection

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:25:41 -0700

Hello! I’m using my Xbox controller plugged in via USB cable without batteries. Yesterday, it just simply stopped working. It seemed like a driver issue at first, the controller buzzed when plugged into USB port, but was not connected. It also takes power from the USB port and when I’m pressing the middle button it connects via Bluetooth normally. tried reinstalling the drivers, testing 2 other cables and plugging the controller into my laptop. So It doesn’t work with any of my cables or my PC or laptop, it does take the power from the USB but doesn’t connect via USB.

Any ideas on how Can I fix it? I know I technically can use the cable as batteries and connect my controller via Bluetooth, but due to various medical devices I use I would prefer to avoid it.

⟐ Answered July 15, 2025 at 13:25 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: How can I make it turn on?

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:14:19 -0700

It seems a battery exploded inside the port and calcified the connector and it's surroundings. I already cleaned it as best I could with a bit of alcohol but it doesn't seem to register that it has batteries, even though I put in fresh ones. That being said, when I connected it to my laptop through cable it seemed to receive power and turn on.

⟐ Answered April 18, 2025 at 5:14 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: How do I fix a jammed sync button on my Xbox One S controller?

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 11:20:05 -0700

I have watched several tutorials that have not helped. My controller was previously paired to my Xbox, which is unplugged, so my controller has nothing to connect to. I want to use its bluetooth functionality to connect it to my iPad 7 (with iPadOS 13) or my iPhone 7 (with iOS 13).

I’ve read that you must hold down the sync button to pair it to another device. I have tried prying the button out a bit, as suggested in many videos, but it will only stay up while I am holding it with a flat-head screwdriver. I am not sure if the button even works anymore, and it has been scuffed a lot from repeated attempts of prying it.

After temporarily prying up the button and then pressing it, the controller doesn’t seem to recognize it. If the button has been jammed, does the controller think it is being constantly held down?

Also, I know that when pairing a controller for the first time, you only need to hold down the Xbox home button to immediately begin the pairing process. So, to avoid using the sync button, is there any way to “reset“ the controller as if it has never been paired so I can use the Xbox home button instead?

Thanks in advance.

⟐ Commented March 17, 2025 at 11:20 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Xbox says controller is disconnected

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 05:49:14 -0700

My Xbox continually says that my controller is disconnecting, even though the light on the controller is still on. I’ve used 3 controller, multiple batteries. I’ve used the USB port in the xbox to charge the controller and it still happens. I’m not exactly sure if this is an Xbox issue or a controller problem. I ordered a new xbox controller and its currently on the way so maybe that will fix it. But any idea will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

⟐ Commented March 12, 2025 at 5:49 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: What is rattling in my controller?

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 21:26:33 -0700

My son dropped his xbox one Wireless controller and now it makes a rattling sound when it is shaken. What is causing the rattle? Did a small plastic piece break loose inside the controller? Any information will be greatly appreciated… Thanks

⟐ Commented February 13, 2025 at 21:26 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: What is this wire for?

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:34:55 -0700

I am trying to fix my Xbox one controller which after a while of acting up stopped working suddenly and was wondering what this wire was for? (The one held down by tape). Thanks

And also is the grey and black wire in the correct place or do they need to be swapped over?

⟐ Commented November 11, 2024 at 13:34 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Why is my controller making static sounds?

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 03:53:38 -0700

My Xbox controller is making this weird static sound when I hold it to my ear. It's hard to hear unless listening for it, but now I've heard it I can't un-hear it. How do I fix?

⟐ Commented November 02, 2024 at 3:53 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: Why is my xbox 1s flashing slowly

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:21:19 -0700

It has full power so that knocks that off the list.

After connecting it to my pc and installing drivers for it, it finally stopped flashing.

⟐ Answer unaccepted October 22, 2024 at 14:21 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: LT not being detected and no input, won't aim in shooters.

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 13:16:17 -0700

I think this is a capacitor or such issue, where I just need to desolder, this started happening after a teardown, where I dissasembled the whole thing to do a mass clean, I would appreciate any input, as I am learning how to solder right now.

I want to fix this, as the other bits of the controller work just fine, but its somewhat unusable due to the fact that, I cannot aim.

Thank you very much, any answer is appreciated.

⟐ Answered September 21, 2024 at 13:16 MST

Xbox One Wireless Controller Model 1708: My controller turns off after a few seconds.

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:36:27 -0700

My xbox one controller model 1708 will turn on and connect to the console then power off. I also noticed if the batteries are removed or left in and plugged into the USB port on the console, The controller will not power on. I'm Unable to update the controller. I've got brand new rechargeable batteries, fully charged and working. I have the aptitude to perform repairs looking for assistance with diagnostics. I've already tried to power cycle the console and pair the console/controller. I have also tried any other tips, I've found. I am thinking I've got a short circuit causing the controller to power off.

⟐ Answered September 12, 2024 at 10:36 MST