How to fix an Xbox One Controller Drifting and Sticking.Try these simple fixes first!!!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I do the same thing for a PS4 controller here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmOwna2Njc11Y68

[@kittycatwithinternetaccess2356]

How do I fix a wired controller drift?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@kittycatwithinternetaccess2356 it should work the same. We’re you able to try these fixes?

[@kittycatwithinternetaccess2356]

@@TryThisDIYFix I havent tried the alcohol yet, also wired controllers are built a bit differently than the wireless controllers like yours, I couldn't find the grey part you said to take out

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@kittycatwithinternetaccess2356 yeah try the alcohol first and let me know.

[@kittycatwithinternetaccess2356]

@@TryThisDIYFix it didnt work

[@TK_Trickster]

Done all of these, I can’t even browse the Xbox Home Screen. At this point I’m just sucker punching my controller every time it stops working. That’s the only thing left I haven’t done.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That stinks. If you’ve tried all these techniques then it might be time for a new controller. You can sell this one for parts on eBay to help offset the cost.

[@_R_R_R]

Throw it against the ground, hope it works again. Youre gonna have to get a new one

[@barone1865]

@@_R_R_R I did that for my old shitty ps3 Walmart remote, worked like new.

[@derrickhendrix3398]

@@_R_R_R remember me reed:)

[@Anreii]

Contact cleaner?

[@RS-vm9qd]

Thanks... As a mom of three gamers I couldn't afford new controllers so I followed your instructions and Bam works like new!! So easy which instructions I taught my 10 year old how to do it also

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome!!!! I’m glad it worked for you!

[@inspiringbuilds]

Great tips to save some cash not having to buy a new controller. Keep up the great work as the goal is to inspire others to fix things themselves and build something awesome!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! Thank for checking it out!

[@shaheer.382]

Thank you man, my controller is super broken and this did the job!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! I’m glad it worked!

[@alsiene4204]

@@TryThisDIYFix po

[@kaleblewis3649]

My man is still responding after 2 months

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Always man! Thanks Kaleb.

[@hiwooq5505]

He will probably be doing it after 4 years

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@hiwooq5505 you know it! thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@kaleblewis3649]

@@TryThisDIYFix bro i commeted this a year ago lol.

[@KingSoliman-]

I went through many videos to fix my stick drift, but this guy explains it so well. Keep up the good work💯💯

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thank you! I’m glad it worked for you!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thanks again! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos!

[@neilb1540]

Great video, I had a problem with a new Xbox series controller that started drifting and moving fast. The fix for me was to open the green part of the right stick. Remove the sensor and soaked it in alcohol. Then I brushed where the sensors sit at. Replaced the sensors after drying out. Snapped the green pieces back. Put controller back together and it runs great again.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! Thanks for letting me know! Feel free to subscribe that will really help me out. Thanks for watching!

[@sO_RoNerY]

Cool. But for how long?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@sO_RoNerY this last one if fixed has lasted about a year. Thanks for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos.

[@pvinnie.73]

I tried that but unfortunately it didn't work for me

[@neilb1540]

@@pvinnie.73 How long have you had your controller.

[@boottywhole484]

Damn this guy is an awesome guy he helped me and when i came to comment he literally answered everyone much thanks

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! I’m glad it helped! Thanks for letting me know!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos.

[@derekrc5737]

Yo thanks so much! I have an elite controller so after 2 years using it I knew there was a fix! Saved me 60$💀

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That awesome! I'm glad it worked!

[@killopticpony]

Accidentally broke my elite controller, and my original Xbox controller had the drift. Removed that plastic piece and replaced the thumb sticks and D Pad from the Elite's and it's like a whole new controller. Without the Back Pedals, but it saved me lots of money.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@killopticpony that’s awesome! I’m glad you were able to fix it!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@killopticpony Thanks again for watching. feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos!

[@1manfactory]

THANK you so much. Got the left stick drifting up. This helped. Saved me 50-60 Euro for a new one.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Yes! That’s great. Thanks for letting me know. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos. Thanks

[@twindenis]

[Alternative - First Aid Fast Solution] Take a Straw, Flatten it so it looks like this [] fit it in the analog stick from the side while holding it down and blow really-really hard from the other end of the straw (or pull air, up to you... but be careful... and don't overdo it). Enjoy a Drift-Free experience along with a really bad headache for a moment. PS: Join Us if that Helped ^^

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Wow, that’s a great idea. Thanks

[@Bean_Ernesto44]

Why do you not wanna overdo it?

[@FattyMcLangy]

@@Bean_Ernesto44 Do you don't pass out or inhale any loose parts

[@blazzing4321]

Thank u for dat

[@Maar4705]

@twindenis Didn't work for me, i will try opening and using alcohol

[@uzaautumus]

he sounds like Mathew Mcconaughey when he gets focused: 3:16 "one riiiight heeere and one riiiight heeere" 😆👏

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Haha! I appreciate that! I’ll take it!

[@daniyarsheriff9987]

I’m a kid by the way and this fix actually worked thank u so much 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That's awesome! I'm gad it worked!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@Jaden Daniel haha. thanks man!

[@aminkaz]

@Jaden Daniel ....😐😐😐😐😐😐😐😐

[@limeflashlight4101]

Thanks for video I keep going into nose manuals for no reason on skate 3 from my stick drift but now I know how to fix it

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hey I’m glad you were able to fix it! Thanks for letting me know!

[@Wxll07]

Your so underrated man you have something going stick to it!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thanks man! I really appreciate that!

[@scrumdiddly3963]

You’re*

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@scrumdiddly3963 ha, thanks.

[@Panda-yj9zb]

I can’t tell if your making a joke “stick with it” because this video is for fixing your sticks or I’m over thinking it :/

[@scrumdiddly3963]

@@Panda-yj9zb you’re*

[@mercyl3224]

Thanks my guy I almost took apart my controller possibly breaking it when all I had to do was change the dead lock settings

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it Eleos! I'm gad that helped! And thanks so much for the sub!

[@sh4dd3x]

How do you change the deadlock settings

[@mercyl3224]

@@sh4dd3x they are usually in the settings where the controls are some games don't have it

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@sh4dd3x I believe it’s different in each game but you can go into the settings in game and change them.

[@sh4dd3x]

@@TryThisDIYFix oh your talking about dead zone i thought that there was something in the Xbox settings

[@Robsbald]

This is great, I may need to try this same concept in my son's xbox controller someday

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Yeah! Thanks man!

[@Aiden_editss]

Thank you you don’t understand how much you helped

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Awesome man! Glad it worked!

[@isellingifade4011]

I think he know because the same problem happens to him😂

[@TryThisDIYFix]

thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@AquilDantzler01]

no way you just helped me what a legend

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thanks man! I’m glad it worked!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@rjcamacho1977]

Thank you so much for your 1st 2 bits of advice that worked so much my controller the more I powered it on didn't start drifting or add goofy thank you again

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! I’m glad it worked! Thanks for letting me know! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos.

[@rjcamacho1977]

@@TryThisDIYFix already done brother thanks again

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@rjcamacho1977 thank you!

[@raceeht]

Thank you!! I haven’t even tried this yet but I’m sure it will work

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Awesome. I hope it does. Let me know.

[@raceeht]

@@TryThisDIYFix I tried turning up the dead zone and it doesn’t seem to be drifting anymore! Thank you, I honestly wouldn’t have thought of turning that up to fix it.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@raceeht that’s awesome! I’m glad it worked!

[@mattwaldren]

never knew what the controller 'deadzone' meant until now. thanks man. :-)

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it!

[@cookie_wz3816]

Just earned a sub under rated🔥🔥🔥

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thank you! Glad it worked!

[@6lask]

Thanks so much the rubbing acholo work

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! Thanks for watching! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos.

[@Anreii]

I've heard that in some cases contact cleaner also does the trick, that's what normally fixes the notorious joycon drift

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Oh cool. I’ve never heard that. Thanks for letting me know!

[@slurrrpgod8591]

Thanks man I almost bought another controller, the alcohol technique worked for me

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! Thanks for watching! You can hit the subscribe button for more helpful tips. Have a great day!

[@thefugitive1480]

what issue were u having sir?

[@ryanmac325]

The rubbing alcohol worked thanks

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s great! Glad it worked!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@russellwestbrook6826]

Tbh the others videos on to fix drift usually requires tools but the alcohol trick work thanks man😀

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! I’m glad it worked for you!

[@jacksonbashiri8118]

Is 91 percent okay to use or do I need 70 percent or lower

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I think 91% is better if you have it. But I believe both work well.

[@funboy1014]

I just poured a tiny bit and moved it up and down

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@funboy1014 did it work?

[@funboy1014]

@@TryThisDIYFix yes I had a little stick to where it registered as me pressing twice on it

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@funboy1014 That is great!

[@blaize6898]

Thanks alot bro dont stop youtube you saved me a controller😭💀 with the deadzone fix! Subbed

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! Thanks for the encouragement as well! Glad it worked! You can subscribe for more videos if you’d like. Thanks again.

[@huntermyers519]

Thank you so much

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it Hunter! Thanks for watching!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@magnetar2427]

Your video saved me today thank you very much.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You are welcome! Thanks for watching! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos.

[@nathankresevic7330]

Did you need a special screwdriver? Just popped the side panels off and the screw head is a 6-point star.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hey Nathan, yes you will need a special screwdriver. I have one down in the description if you want to check that out. Or you can grab one at a local hardware store. I’ve used mine tool multiple times after I got it so it might be a good investment.

[@stinkystinky8235]

Yeah I just got a small drill bit and broke those small pointy bits off. After that it was pretty easy.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@stinkystinky8235 oh wow.

[@Phil_Goodman]

thank you so much for sharing this!!!! fixed both of my controllers super quick thanks to this. My first attempt didn't work, but using alcohol plus hitting each opened door of the analog with a 100psi compressor air gun fixed it right up. I know a 100psi is not feasible for most... MAYBE a can of compressed air is strong enough?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Nice. I’m glad it helped! And yeah I’ve used a can of compressed air.

[@tweakyduck1]

THANK YOU BROOO

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! Glad to help!

[@kevinwardle2188]

Very helpful, thank you so much!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Awesome! I’m glad it helped! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos

[@gwade3338]

Specifically in bf 2042, the dead zone absolutely worked. Thanks cause I almost bought a new controller just for that issue. Appreciate it!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! Thanks for watching! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos!

[@infamousjoker7651]

Thats what i play...but its Chivelry 2 that caused this problem

[@J_Mcfly]

Omg!!! I been looking for you for about 5 months.. thanx for these tips.. my controller works now

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hey Kalli Boy, I'm glad it worked! And I'm glad you found the channel!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@seck_xg2807]

Thank you so much this worked with the rubbing alcohol 😊

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s great! Thanks for letting me know!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thanks again for watching. feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos!

[@arild7384]

Great video. I have a question, what do you use to get the side panels off?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I used the little screw set to unlock the controller and then I used that set to help pry the controller open. I have a link in the description for these items if that helps.

[@bradlandreth2286]

Mine still drifts I took the plastic piece out cleaned with 91% alcohol and still drifts what else could it be

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hey Brad, sorry about that. You could try to clean it again. But it might be time to get a new controller. You can sell this on for parts on eBay.

[@deagle2yadome696]

@@TryThisDIYFix How much are parts even worth though? And wouldn’t it be better to save an old controller for the parts just incase you need up needing a part on your brand new controller?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@deagle2yadome696 that’s a great point! Yeah it’s probably a good idea to just keep it then!

[@t-dog9319]

This might work but there’s a little plastic thing in the joystick and if you take that out it could fix it it’s really small

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@t-dog9319 yes that’s correct. I show you how to remove it in the video.

[@broxy1979]

You’re the best man exponent my controller was sticking I’m gonna subscribe because you helped me thank you so much

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thank you! And I’m glad it worked!

[@zynicold]

Would this work if my character looks up by itself? Btw I’m not sure what’s wrong with my right thumbstick

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Yes It should. As long as the thumbstick isn't completely broken one of these methods in the video should work. Let me know if it works for you.

[@ratman7212]

That's what with my past 3 controllers

[@ratman7212]

@@TryThisDIYFix do I have to take apart my controller?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@ratman7212 Sorry about that!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@ratman7212 No, you can try the first fix by just putting the rubbing alcohol on the thumb-stick. But if that doesnt work then yes I would that taking it apart.

[@joaocarlossantana3452]

Repair Shops hate him! One simple trick to fix controllers. Jokes aside can't believe this actually worked lol There was just an insignificant amount of hair near the analog stick

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Nice! That’s awesome! I’m glad it worked!

[@aaronlauretani8921]

Wow, thanks. I never thought removing that grey piece inside the Xbox controller would solve the drift, and yet it did. Edit: No, this didn't really work. It just made it ten percent less severe.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! I’m glad it worked! You can subscribe for more fixes if you’d like. Thanks

[@shanec4494]

I've heard if you remove that clip it affects the click... any truth to that?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@shanec4494 I haven’t heard that myself. But you never know. I think if you had to fix the drift and loose the click it might be worth it. Have you experienced it?

[@shanec4494]

@@TryThisDIYFix not myself, just have read it in the YT comment section on a few different videos, which has made me hesitant to try it. So many games use the click now, especially for sprint.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@shanec4494 yeah I hear ya. It’s your call. Try the other fixes before you remove the clip to see if those will fix it.

[@33winter21]

Im going to see if this works but u just got a new sub ur so underated man. Thanks man

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Awesome! Thank you! I hope it works!

[@33winter21]

@Dyix 👍 Yes i did work but sometimes it drifts so do it about every 1 hour

[@aabahdjfisosososos]

Duuude, I was playing destiny and I kept running into walls. Thanks!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I’m glad it worked!

[@maxsmith6448]

I’m playing destiny while watching this😂

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome!

[@dayzreloadedpve]

My issue now. Just started the video lol

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@dayzreloadedpve thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@KurtyGoG]

Thanks man! Got my buttons unstuck and working again thanks to this vid.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! Thanks for letting me know! You can subscribe for more helpful videos. Have a great day!

[@dcfurious9015]

THANK YOU IT WORKED LIKE A CHARM 😭😭😭😭

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Awesome! I'm glad it worked!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@dizzy9544]

This helped me ! Also the screw where the batteries are you have to pop through the label to get to it ! I was wondering where it was lol

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Awesome! I’m glad it helped. Yeah I should have pointed that out! Thanks for letting me know. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos.

[@Sonny2299]

I couldn’t get the secret chest in space on deep stone crypt because of the drift😂(I’m secretly crying)

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Ahh man that stinks! We’re you able to fix the drift with this video?

[@Sonny2299]

@@TryThisDIYFix yes!! Thank you! You saved me $60

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@Sonny2299 that’s awesome!

[@bobafett2881]

Dang, did you go back? I'm still trying to get my heritage

[@Sonny2299]

@@bobafett2881 yup, still didn’t get a heritage yet. I got a titan Chestplate if I recall

[@duke973]

Just watched this video thanks ❤.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! I’m glad it helped! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! I’m glad it helped! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos

[@austincorbitt9495]

"Cries without the screw driver"

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Sorry about that. I have a link in the description for one.

[@StevenThompsonIII]

Oh my gosh thank you so much this worked it save me 30 bucks on My controller I woke up in the morning and found my controller upside down on the ground and it was having drift and I just got that controller so thank you so so so much for helping me fix my controller

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome man. Thanks for letting me know! I’m glad it worked!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thanks again for watching. feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos!

[@tyronesmith8200]

When you dont have rubbing alcohol 😭

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Sorry about that. I just put a link for some in the description if you want to get some from Amazon, or you can grab some at most stores.

[@tyronesmith8200]

@@TryThisDIYFix yea ill do that tomorrow thanks for the tips though 🙏🙏

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@tyronesmith8200 you got it!

[@boxedlikeafish3909]

I don't have the alcohol does it work with olive oil?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@boxedlikeafish3909 I would also be weary of olive oil. That has a chance to drip into the controller. I recommend sticking with rubbing alcohol if possible.

[@waltoonsxp842]

What type of screw driver do you need though? Not sure if you meantioned it

[@TryThisDIYFix]

It’s a phone or computer set. I have a link in the description that should help.

[@jdmnz-od5ke]

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[@TryThisDIYFix]

If you have a PS4 controller that is doing the same thing, check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqaUnp6kodWXiKs

[@1mrdghost]

actually works , it was the alcohol for me

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! I’m glad it helped!

[@dizzy9544]

I fixed it !!❤ thank you soo much

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! I’m glad it worked!

[@lauronjoseph1126]

Opening and cleaning fixed my problem with drifting ^-^

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thanks awesome! Thanks for letting me know! Subscribe for more helpful videos. Thanks

[@tanyellburns7247]

Well it worked but we'll see how long tho but great tip. I laughed so hard when it worked

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! I’m glad it helped! Thanks for letting me know. Let me know how long it lasts.

[@tanyellburns7247]

😂😂😂 it lasted a whole two minutes.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@tanyellburns7247 dang I’m sorry about that. Sometimes that happens. Mine has stayed fixed for a while but I do know some that won’t hold.

[@quekou4370]

Thanks hopefully it works

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I hope it does too! Let me know if it does.

[@arnbloodbound3650]

Hey the alcohol thing worked. Thanks mate, I'm at a disbelief but it worked lol

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I know it’s crazy! And your welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@gotmikedaniels]

Thank you! That totally helped!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That’s awesome! Thanks for watching! You can subscribe for more helpful videos.

[@charlieterz5033]

What about the right thumb stick? Should i remember the black piece?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Yes you can.

[@kyleesslinger8890]

Do you know what type of screwdriver is used to get the screw on the back of the controller? I can't find any that fit

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hey Kyle, I have a link to a screwdriver that will work in the description. I think it’s called a t9 or t10.

[@kyleesslinger8890]

@@TryThisDIYFix ok, tysm

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@kyleesslinger8890 you got it!

[@sasquatch_886]

By the way. This doesn’t void warranty. Stickers that say void warranty if removed are a lie. It’s just to spook you from repairing it yourself. You have the right to repair it yourself.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hmmm. Good to know. Thanks.

[@me_justme]

can we use something else to replace the alcohol???

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I’ve heard you can use other items but I’ve only used rubbing alcohol. I don’t want to recommend anything that I haven’t used before.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Someone did say vodka, but I haven't used it before.

[@JohniYT_]

@@TryThisDIYFix what about hand sanitizer?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@JohniYT_ I’m not sure of that either. I have a link for rubbing alcohol in the description or you can grab some at your local Walmart.

[@JohniYT_]

@@TryThisDIYFix no thanks. I'll try another way. Thanks for trying tho

[@lead.poison1456]

Best at solving problems

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thank you! Thanks for watching the video! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos.

[@chrishartness905]

BRO YOU SAVED ME. I was about to fix it the hard way aka yeeting it at wall or the floor. I mean it still works it's just it won't work after a couple of seconds lol

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That's awesome man! I am glad it worked for you! You can subscribe for more helpful videos! Thanks again for the comment!

[@leviathonluke4379]

My guy the best thanks so much

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! I’m glad it worked! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos! Thanks again!

[@leviathonluke4379]

@@TryThisDIYFix I definitely will sub

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Thank you!

[@leviathonluke4379]

@@TryThisDIYFix np

[@cezarysobczak3979]

Thank you. Ill for sure try these when I get home

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! Let me know if it helped!

[@cezarysobczak3979]

@@TryThisDIYFix didint work. I think something broke because there is so much stick drift that i cant even fight it.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@cezarysobczak3979 Sorry about that!

[@kevinpissoff5272]

This is all well and good if the controller is just dirty... My stick is drifting because the piece inside doesn't stick in the neutral position, like the parts are wearing out... Any fix for that, or am I screwed?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hmmm. I think you can order those parts. I also think you can pop the little square off. But it could be time for a new controller as well. Sorry about that.

[@hajerabegum7406]

Thank you man your a life saver

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You are welcome! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos. Thanks again.

[@hajerabegum7406]

@@TryThisDIYFix Nice just subbed

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@hajerabegum7406 thank you!

[@vincentmirabella6928]

How do you take off the side clips

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I just used my hands but you can also use a piece of plastic that can fit in there to help you open them up. But be careful not to break the clips.

[@avixtl7351]

You are a legend, I love you, thank you so much

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Awesome! I’m glad it worked!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@ANEWTIMELINE]

Hey bro just a quick question, do you know any way to remove these screws without a screwdriver? I'm not really interested in buying one

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hmmm, not that I know of sorry. It’s a unique tip as well. I had to get the kit that I have in the description in order to get it open. Sorry about that.

[@bluebacon7057]

Yeah break it off and buy a new one

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@bluebacon7057 haha.

[@catatoali]

ayyy thanks for the help

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! I’m glad it worked!

[@1.3trilliondollarman]

dude your idea about the dead zones saved my controller for gta on xbox one Thanks 😊

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Awesome! You are welcome! I’m glad it worked. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos. Thanks.

[@antman8925]

Do u know what those tools u have are called? Can u put a link for them so I can buy them.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hey Ant Man, the last link in the description is the tool I used. I used the T8,T9,T10 for the back screws. It also has small Philips head and flat head if needed. Thank you!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

This might work: another good tool set for phones and controllers: amzn.to/2NoISX7

[@antman8925]

@@TryThisDIYFix thanks man

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@antman8925 you got it!

[@antman8925]

@@TryThisDIYFixI took the screws and all out but when I tried to take the little plastic grey piece out of the joystick it was secured tightly and wasn’t trying to come out.

[@x-ler2066]

Are you showing steps or they are different fixes?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

They are mostly steps but there are a couple different fixes.

[@grasonjones6872]

Does soft clean paint brushes work?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Instead of a q-tip? Yeah that might work. But just be really careful.

[@playboy2141]

Does the rubbing achool work?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Yes. It’s worked for me on this controller and others. Try it first to see. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos. Thanks for watching.

[@broughton90]

Mines drifting upwards but wen I pull it it feels much more loose the the right one any suggestions??

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hmm. I’d open it up like in the video and see what it looks like. You might find something broken.

[@cjames6234]

Hi is that possible to show how to remove the grey clips? it's very hard to me, thanks

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hey C James. Sorry I didn’t show it very well here. But you can remove it with a pair of pliers pretty easily, or anything that you can grip it with. There might be other videos that show how to remove that part. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos. Thanks

[@cjames6234]

@@TryThisDIYFix HI I tried but it just like too sticky and cant remove it...

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@cjames6234 yeah they can be tough sometimes!

[@DankinTreezinCoffinBlazin]

Hi I do not have the tools to open it up and get all intricate but what I am going to do is fabricate myself some covers that slip around the stick and cover the hole where stuff can go in

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That might work. You can also try to just put rubbing alcohol on the sticks. I do have a link in the description for a cheap tool that will help.

[@JakeLightswitch]

Well hopefully the toothpick and compressed air tip works. Ill let you know if it does or not

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I hope it does as well. Let me know.

[@darkoFNFN]

Is there a replacement for rubbing alcohol?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

So I have only used rubbing alcohol. I have seen multiple suggestions in the comments below here but I cant confirm anything besides the rubbing alcohol. You can get it pretty cheap online or at a store.

[@darkoFNFN]

@@TryThisDIYFix Oh ok. Thanks for the reply.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@darkoFNFN you got it!

[@r8il88]

Can you use some normal alcohol ?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I’m not sure, I recommend rubbing alcohol or the one I have in the description.

[@stalker783]

The screws aren’t Phillips or flat head. What kind of screw driver you using ??

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Hey Frank, it’s a T bit. I have a link for them in the description. Let me know if it works.

[@deborahwojcik2973]

Thanks your a life saver

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Your welcome! I’m glad it worked!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

thanks again for watching. Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos, it will really help me out!

[@realjhon3492]

Sorry for that message, I appreciate your help 🙏 thanks

[@TryThisDIYFix]

No problem. You got it! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos. Thanks

[@realjhon3492]

@@TryThisDIYFix okk cool thank 🙏

[@shak18]

Thanks man! Saved me some money

[@TryThisDIYFix]

Awesome! I'm glad it helped!

[@officialtwentedroning]

It works tyy you so muchhh

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You are welcome! Thanks for watching! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos. Thanks.

[@sebastaingaming3088]

And what kind of screwdriver did you use?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I used the one in the description. It’s useful for other things around the house as well.

[@student40008]

What if the left joystick is stuck and won't click, which means you can't sprint in games?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

That was one of my big problems! This video should help.

[@TheBattleRabbit860]

I have a Power-A brand wired Xbox One controller for Xbox/PC. The left thumb stick isn't sticked or anything, it's just loose. It's a relatively new controller, and it's been knocked off my chair or bed (a 1 and a half to 2-foot drop at most). When I rest my thumb on the thumb stick, I can easily wiggle it around, causing slight input in some directions. When I apply pressure and move the stick along the upper right quadrant, I have increased resistance and a squeaking noise. Is this something that opening the controller can fix or is the stick broken? I am a little afraid to open it up if I don't need to, since I fear breaking some other part of the controller.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I hear ya! I was worried as well to open it up. But I’d recommend doing it and seeing what’s going on. It sounds like it might be broken a little bit or there could just be something in their hindering it from moving correctly. Open it up and see. Let me know what you find.

[@TheBattleRabbit860]

@@TryThisDIYFix So I popped it open, which the PowerA controller was surprisingly easy with only 8 screws to open it and then 2 screws (1 by each thumbstick) remove the control board with rumble and sticks fully attached. I plucked the left thumbstick cover off and the whole mechanism is a small cube with a short metal post. it's hard to see into the cube at all. there's still the little bit of wiggling and the squeaking noise is coming from the up/down axis. I see no way to open the cube itself, it appears to be soldered to the board. 2 of the sides look like they might be made of plastic. I feels like something might be stuck in there and preventing the stick from centering fully and causing the noise. I'll have to see if I can find a way to open the cube housing the mechanisms. Thanks for the video and the advice! I'll have to see what else I can learn about this particular brand.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@TheBattleRabbit860 hmmm. Yeah see what that box might hold. I think you can order new thumbsticks as well. Good luck!

[@TheBattleRabbit860]

@@TryThisDIYFix Thank you! If all else fails, it only cost $30 lol

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@TheBattleRabbit860 ha. Yeah I hear ya!

[@HallsofAmenti999]

Thanks man!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

You got it! Feel free to subscribe for more helpful videos. Thanks for watching!

[@HallsofAmenti999]

@@TryThisDIYFix so do I need a specific screw driver for under battery pack back of controller? I'm about to take a bit of my controller apart and just get it to the point where I can clean the joy sticks as they are both having drift problems and I noticed in the battery cavity it seems like it needs an Allen key or something.

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@HallsofAmenti999 hey man, yes you will need a specific type of screwdriver tip. I have one in the description. But it is called a T9 or T10.

[@HallsofAmenti999]

@@TryThisDIYFix jeez they really make it so it's difficult to repair man I don't got that kinda screw driver just sitting here stripping the crap outa these with what I got! Man I had a brand new series x controller and it had firmware problem so can't get them to replace that and my old Xbox controller mad drift so I'm a little frustrated with these Microsoft clowns!

[@TryThisDIYFix]

@@HallsofAmenti999 dang man that does stink! I do recommend the tool. I’ve used it multiple other times around the house for small screw and other items. You might can pick one up at a local hardware store or Walmart. Good luck bro. Lmk if you can fix it.

[@knoplayz89]

Does this apply for my steelseries nimbus +?

[@TryThisDIYFix]

I’d check and make sure the warranty is over. If so then these options could definitely help. Check it out and let me know!

[@knoplayz89]

@@TryThisDIYFix will do