How to Replace a Battery for a PS3 Controller

This video will show you how to replace the lithium-ion rechargeable battery to your Sixaxis or DualShock 3 PlayStation 3 (PS3) gaming controller. In this case I’ll show you how the original battery swelled and is causing separation of the controller halves.

[@stevemontana5974]

I just did 2 controllers and your video made it so easy to do. Thanks!

[@danielstephenson7558]

You sound like Ryan Reynolds. Just throwing it out there.

[@wubbol368]

Fr

[@EzTommy]

very detail and love it

[@gottosahani7571]

Thanks for the video ❤

[@deusvlad2.083]

Why the hell didn't Sony make their batteries easier to replace like just unscrew and its available like the wii-U is so easy to replace batteries without fiddly bits. This is why I always prefer the Xbox pads they are just AA batteries which means rechargeable 2800mah = eternal power and easy to charge or replace after 5 years or so lol

[@SmallSpoonBrigade]

They didn't really plan on people playing with the same controllers for so long. But, this is hardly the only design problem with them. I have never been able to get them to charge without plugging them into a PS3, Computer or something else that does more than just charge. I don't know why they did that as it's rather stupid to require that you plug it into the PS3 when you might have more than just two contollers charging at the same time. I only have one controller, but I've heard that some games will allow more than 2 players at once, meaning that as the controllers age, keeping them all charged can require creativity.

[@deusvlad2.083]

@@SmallSpoonBrigade Sony don't think very often do they? I mean look at the ps5 pro now it comes £700 without a Disk Drive, good luck trying to sell another digital console that doesn't have a disk drive at that price.

[@deusvlad2.083]

@@SmallSpoonBrigade Actually if that was true, they made the same mistake again for ps5 lol they could redesign it and make it replaceable easily, but is it? still have to unscrew and open triggers and cables?

[@lennybrewster4673]

Interesting. My controller didn't have those separate pieces under the R2 buttons. Forgot how spongy the trigger buttons were. Watch those baby springs behind the trigger buttons, if they're not seated correctly your buttons won't work right.

[@gottosahani7571]

So you are lucky to have a controller without pieces between triggers

[@Bigmactrapn]

Can I get a link to the battery pack

[@RaymondKPhotoVideography]

My PS3 (dualshock/rumble) controllers didn't come with those 'battery stands'.. instead the batteries themselves had a couple of click-nips/little legs in the corners. I can't seem to find any replacement batteries that have those little legs on them? Is there a place I can order/find those battery stands?

[@UpstateRetro]

I'm having the exact same problem. I can't even find information about them.

[@akaiaokakesu]

That's the dualshock 3 model you have. The model he's showing here is the six-axis model.

[@GrainGrown]

@@akaiaokakesu That's only half true. I have four Dualshock 3 controllers, (with rumble obviously). I have three different revisions among those controllers. Only one of those use a battery with its own legs.

[@GrainGrown]

That "1800mAh" is just a big fat Chinese lie. The physical dimensions are the same as just the regular battery which says "570mAh(Typ. 610mAh)"

[@fffinisher6298]

CANNOT GET THE DAMN BACK ON THE CONTROLLER FUCK

[@NeuroPulse]

I found a reviewer of the batmax who took the grey plastic case off and found a 500 mAh inside. Looks like all the others on Amazon are the same one with a different sticker, most lying about the capacity.

[@lennybrewster4673]

Made in China. Typical.

[@iridescenz]

Thank you for the thorough guide! My PS3 controller has to be plugged in AND I had to disable the vibration function because it cannot hold a charge, so a battery replacement is definitely needed. Definitely will order one of those kits.

[@ohsothick21]

A year later but thanks for this comment. COD kept turning off my ps3 controller and I had an idea it was the battery but just haven’t got one yet. So I couldn’t play the game. Then seeing your comment I turned off the vibration and I’ll be damned it doesn’t disconnect every ten seconds. Great temp fix until I get a new battery. Thanks

[@iridescenz]

@@ohsothick21 Happy to help, even if it's a year later and all 👍

[@Soulcommander]

Nice job, very helpful and I subscribed. I was just curious as I am going through this too how are the Batmax Batteries doing for holding a charge? I know you only did this 11 months ago, just trying to find a reliable battery. Thanks!

[@FelipeSantos-sw4kk]

Loved your video. I'm much more confident in replacing my ps3 controler battery now. You're the best!

[@janecoolhand]

Great video. I also had a problem unplugging the battery The plastic housing kept cracking and breaking as i tried to wiggle it out with needlenose pliers. I see that you just pulled so if it breaks apart i hope i can take some clamps and pull it all out.Thanks.

[@GoAMPify]

Can I use my PS3 controller wired without the battery connected?

[@edge1000]

That is a dumbass question.

[@josephminta3948]

I don’t remember what brand I bought but I installed them with no issues but they wouldn’t charge. Has anyone had this issue with this particular brand?

[@JOSH-61]

Replacing the battery in a PS3 controller is probably the easiest thing you could ever do one of them at least in my opinion.

[@HawkmasterStambaugh]

I see Amazon reviews of these batteries saying the capacities are a lie. How are they holding up for you?

[@EPargaJr]

The buttons slid off the sensor strip Do you have a video on how to insert strips to line up to buttons?

[@PetionC]

Does it still work? Please update😂

[@absolutelyuselessman3803]

If I swap a 5V 500ma battery into a controller that has a 3.7V 300ma battery is that ok?

[@jimmybarnum1324]

Thank you for your video it help me figure out what was wrong

[@gregoryjaftha1434]

Where do you buy these batteries

[@TNThomas]

How is the battery holding up? I am planning to order the same one.

[@jjsadventures717]

I am also curious...did it last?

[@double8beats]

I bought a second hand PS3 slim on ebay in very good condition. But the same sixaxis controller that came with the console disconnects by itself every 30 mins to an hour and when i turn it back on the battery is at 75%.... So is this an issue with the console or the battery in the controller?

[@xScottx66x]

I don’t know if I’m the only one, but I watch and listen to all your videos in a sleep playlist because it is ASMR for me. Also, I’ve learned a lot about repairing and fixing things so thank you! Been watching for years!

[@RageQuitSon]

My battery was 570mah. As long as voltage and amps match, going more mah is better unless you're trying to be some vintage keep it as original as possible...? Eh

[@davechristopher6462]

Bought a new ps3 controller and it still wont charge. 😞 Its a sony but the battery may need to be replaced after all these years.

[@ka850]

The clip that holds my battery socket wont come out. I even tried tweezers. I bought another controller and threw that one out. That helped me

[@jerry8273]

My dualshock sixaxis looks very different on the inside. The mainboard is not in one piece like yours and there are no center plates between shoulder buttons.

[@NetYarozeGR]

you probably have the dualshock versions with the rumble. This is the sixaxis without the rumble

[@jerry8273]

@@NetYarozeGR Yeah could be. My has Rumble. At first I was thinking maybe its a Region thing. Europe,Us. But I watched the video again and clearly no rumble. Thx

[@Bammarge2]

Im deciding between a 1800 mah reg battery or the Lithium Batteries ive been seeing all over

[@edge1000]

I replaced the battery and it still wont work unless i have it plugged in

[@curiousmind_]

Is your controller a Sixaxis like the one in the vid?

[@curiousmind_]

@edge1000

[@edge1000]

@@curiousmind_ yes

[@curiousmind_]

@@edge1000 thanks for replying. Yeah weird I saw one Sixaxis just like yours won't turn on even after replacing the battery

[@edge1000]

@@curiousmind_ every now and then i can get it to work randomly plugged in but 9/10 it still doesn't work even after replacing battery. I ended up buying a new controller

[@deusvlad2.083]

Why does the battery get swollen you left the controller in the sun?

[@DirtyBlack997]

As the battery ages, this chemical reaction no longer completes perfectly, which can result in the creation of gas (called outgassing), leading to a swollen battery. Additionally, if the battery's internal layers don't maintain proper separation (due to damage or defect), outgassing, swelling, and even fire can occur.

[@deusvlad2.083]

@@DirtyBlack997 Thanks for the info m8

[@deusvlad2.083]

@@DirtyBlack997 Actually can the batteries swell up even if you don't use it and keep it in a cool dark place?

[@DirtyBlack997]

@@deusvlad2.083 Yes, aging can happen regardless of how it is stored.

[@deusvlad2.083]

@@DirtyBlack997 ~That's messed up

[@Eire-]

So diy friendly in comparison to the bullshit controllers out currently

[@Forgoten214]

What Amazon kit is this? I need the one with the screwdrivers

[@NeuroPulse]

That cracking open of a controller is an indication that your house is about to burn down.

[@diamondlancer]

I have 2 controllers I’d like to do this to but each of the controllers have at least one of the 5 screws stripped. Any tips on removing these?

[@funnycat754]

Use super glue or a bigger screwdriver I hear rubber bands help too but the rubber bands never work for me

[@max.wilson]

Perfect video! I think I need to do this now.

[@richardkeith7571]

My PS3 controller is the later model it doesn't have the separate middle piece between the top buttons it's one whole place connected to the back of the case. Was hard to match up cause it has a wire spring you have to get just right the older ver of PS3 controller was better made

[@MrJohnnycearley]

Excellent video

[@michaelellis6384]

I understand u scott

[@rdjsc]

excelent😀👍e explicacion.

[@KassioBaiano06]

Obrigado cara, vc é barril veio. Tmj. Porém meu controle ainda não liga. Sou de Salvador Bahia BRASIL