Instant Fix Xbox Elite Series 2 Drifting Issue.

[@gabrielvaz2461]

Really appreciate the positive results from you guys. I had an extremely bad drift and wasn't finding out how to fix it until I found this simple trick. Note that from time to time the drift goes back, and to fix it just open up the controller again and play with the sensors as I did. Thanks, Guys! :)

[@myhug6131]

If you put a small thin piece of paper in between the green plastic piece and the analog stick and then push the green plastics piece in all the way and it stays

[@GOATGamerProSticks]

Good stuff you might find this info drop usefull on Analog stick form factor i just put together. kzbin.info/www/bejne/paSnnWtsabiZjMk Ive yet to finish my potentiometer study vid because its mind numbingly boaring to do but it should be informat lets hope :^)

[@KennyNiii]

Does the stick drift come back sometimes? Or has it been gone for good (until now)? Great vid!

[@YoungTarzPlays]

just buy a new controller this is too much effort 😭

[@williemcwhirter606]

@@myhug6131 I just did this method, it WORKS! I did what the video suggested and the drift was back in few minutes, so I decided to put thin paper in, and behold! No more drift, this is AMAZING! Thank you thank you!

[@Speleogoupil]

My 17 year old son was asking me to replace his controller, because of that issue. We had tried a cleaning, using compressed air, which did not change anything. When I found your video, he tried your trick and everything came back to normal instantly. It was jaw dropping for him, and I was proud to tell him that searching a bit more for a repair solution, can be rewarding. Thank you so much for making and sharing this well made video! Two thumbs up for the planet also, saving all those controllers and avoiding them to end up in the trash!

[@Mosstachio]

Thrustmaster eswap x pro once the elite goes out due to buttons not registering, double pressing, sticks going out entirely, etc. The eswap allows you to swap modules and has far better quality thumbstick modules available (often times able to set deadlines to 0 and they don't wear out as quickly), not to mention mechanical switches for buttons instead of the mushy rubber contact pads that get 1 speck of dirt and stop functioning correctly

[@Gigachad-hb7ji]

You should have bought hall sensing controllers.

[@EatSleepSkrrt]

Xbox controller are sturdy like Nokia 3310 but the sticks since 360 always drift😪

[@EatSleepSkrrt]

@@Mosstachio yes bumper jitters and both sticks have mad drift you would think after 2 years it would still be fine after paying 250

[@Gigachad-hb7ji]

@@EatSleepSkrrt Just get the gulikit king Kong pro 2 or the 8bitdo ultimate Bluetooth. Hall sticks inside.

[@nathanielgonzales418]

I usually don’t comment on videos but I’m very grateful for him showing us this fix. It was such a pain trying these other fixes but this one worked great for me! No drift at all anymore!

[@Red_dead_Redemption_4_Life]

Does this work for dual shock 4 controllers?

[@Neuromancer2020]

3 years later, I want to THANK YOU. Seriously, saved me so much time and looking into other options of fixing

[@chanceclaps4512]

2 years later and with a 3 year old controller and this still works! Thank you!

[@johnposey858]

Hey bro, I have never left a comment on a KZbin video before, but you have compelled me in a way that I can't resist. I am on my 3rd Elite series 2 controller (owned 2 Elite series 1's as well), and it has developed severe stick drift upwards, on the left joystick. It is still under warranty, but I honestly do not want the pain in the rear of shipping it into MS for repair. So I just stumbled upon your video, and it gave me the courage to finally pop this controller open and attempt your quick fix. Let me just say... THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!. I have no drift any more and I have sat watching the accessories app for over 30 mins and the drift is gone! God bless you my dude, your a legend!

[@jeffisawaffle8084]

Did the drift come back or is this a legit method to fixing it

[@jeffisawaffle8084]

Cuz if it didnt come back they need to tweak their sensors and fix this problem altogether

[@Astr0Pr0j3ct]

Did the drift in your controller come back? Just wondering

[@jeremymiller8932]

I am so confused lol. I tried every other fix and I was just about to send my controller back but this video popped up on recommended so I gave it a shot and it works so far! Thank you so much!

[@tomek9192]

Same with me xD I had enough and it was my last hope... I done it today and hope it"ll stay good :)

[@teknosbence2482]

Same with me thanks a lot

[@jakwadd]

Out of interested has it lasted for you guys?

[@EZDoes1t]

@@jakwadd would like to know the same… just fixed mine and it works great. Didn’t know how permanent the solution is but at least it was easy fix!

[@jakwadd]

@@EZDoes1t it didnt last at all for me😂

[@pennypacker808]

Just followed your instructions and fixed BOTH of my Elite 2 controllers in like 5 minutes. You are awesome!!

[@pizzagateisreal]

Omg dude you've saved me days of gaming and 120 quid. You absolute legend i tried all other options. Thank you so much❤

[@AFLleader]

Life saver. If you’re doubting this man. Just do it. I was getting super frustrated that my expensive controller wasn’t working. Turns out it was an easy fix. Thank you!

[@JORGEcodBEAST3]

This worked for me also. Only problem I had was removing the stick cover. I felt like I was going to break it so I just left it on and was able to reach the little sensor without having to take it off. Thank you so much my controller is now fixed and no longer having drifting issues

[@psecomfytv9668]

feel u

[@naxtontv5526]

I jus did exactly this and it worked thank you

[@diizzzz8300]

That’s what I did, I felt like I was gonna break it😂

[@briansledzzz3493]

How did u get to the little sensor without taking off the thing

[@deangelo17]

Can you pls tell me if your controller is still working after doing this fix?

[@Slothdude0]

This was amazing thanks so much I’ve been looking for a fix for so long and this is exactly what needed to be done to fix my drift.

[@kgulba]

I cannot believe it that this actually worked with my Razer Wolverine Tournament edition.....absolutely gutted, 65gbp paid for gamepad and started to drift when I pressed the sticks So I left it, tried Hori, Nacon, even xbox one original - all drifted after approx. 3 months of use I did this, tried for 60sec with triggers...worked Played yesterday a couple of fifa matches - no drift at all Thank You. I owe You a 1000 beers man

[@kanye6537]

the first video that shows the whole process and clearly explains how to fix it, cannot thankyou enough the process was very simple and quite fun to see the inside of a controller

[@eddiealaniz6321]

If only there were more tutorials like yours. This is my first comment and man are you freaking awesome. My 8-year-old dropped my first elite and then I went and got the series 2 and dropped this one. I thought he broke it and after searching, I found out it wasn't his fault, but no one had a fix. Well, they did but it was this and that and whatever. Gabriel, THANK YOU. JUST THANK YOU FOR THIS. IT WAS AN INSTANT FIX. However, I could not remove the guards but was still able to pry the sensor. i did not force back on due to fear of breaking it but man, instant fix. I don't know if you all play Fortnite, but almost everything you do, you have to do it standing still. Any movement resets the action, and it was frustrating with my damn character moving forward randomly. There would be times where I was scoped in on someone and then all of a sudden, I can't see through the scope because I'm dead due to falling off the roof or cliff or blimp because of my stupid forward drift! THANK YOU AGIAN!

[@nairb2]

Thank you so much! I was losing my mind opening up my controller and cleaning it, just to find the stick drift was still there. Eventually, I figured it had to do with the sensors. You taught me thisnnesy little trick, and it's working so far :)

[@KennyNiii]

It worked. Look me 10 minutes and adjusted the same sensor you had problems with. Some trial and error but your video covered it all. Thanks!!!

[@y2knowledge]

I didn't even bother sending mine in for warranty as the majority of the reviews state that the controller they got back had the same issue or worse (you're sent a refurb, NOT a new controller). Mine is a bit gnarled because I didn't buy the plastic pry tools to open it but oh well my controller works. Awesome video!

[@josich21]

dude, thank you so much!! just fixed mine. just bought it last christmas and the drift was so nasty i was about to cry. but thanks to you sir it was a quick and easy fix. stay happy, safe and blessed buddy!

[@YoshiBros1389]

The first video that actually fixed my drift, thank you 😭

[@pronobb8104]

This worked not only for my current controller (barely a year old, c'mon Microsoft....) but my launch controller from back in early 2021. You're a savior man! A note, I did have to poke mine out a bit more to remove drift permanently

[@shai5550]

Thank you! It works. Having to go through the trouble, assuming it was dust, realized i had no choice but to open it to see if it really is dust, having to wait and order a special screwdriver to use for the screws, only realizing that it's not dust because it was clean inside when I first opened it (only had it for a 1yr+). Then feeling lost on what else could've cause the joystick from drifting. Literally scraped off the top of that green tab but finally had it slightly open like you showed and it works to my surprise! Saved my money and having to endure that. Hope it holds out well.

[@avengertj]

Tried cleaning like all the other videos say to do. Your method is the only one that worked. Thanks man👍

[@benlanglois6786]

I'M TELLING EVERYONE ABOUT THIS!!!! so many videos but this one is IT!!!!!! thank you for this info, saved me from buying a new one for no reason and now I can enjoy my $200 controller again

[@D0WTA]

best quick tip I have seen for this. Amazing work Gabriel. Thank you. I will be passing this on to people I know. Especially since the same company makes the analog gyros for gaming systems. So you didn't just help us Xbox users out. You may want to change the name of this to "Instant Drift Fix on analog controllers or something." I'll send this to a friend and see if it fixes his ps4 controller. Thanks again.

[@Zirus_Blackheart]

did it fix his ps4 controller?

[@prescotthancock5907]

Brotherrr what a savior. I haven't used this controller in like 2 years. Even got a ps5 controller. But I cant use that with STALKER 2 even using a xbox controller emulator. I watched one video before yours but it didnt help. While I had it opened I said "let me try another video" from the beginning your stick was doing the exact same as mine, constantly moving forward. Fixed it in 2 seconds. What a saint! +20 Aura

[@jacquelineyee8569]

I had this problem, very infuriating. So thankful you shared this. I had a difficult time opening the faceplate, but with the proper tools, I got it done. I ended up not having to remove the caps and it solved my drift. ABSOLUTELY THANKFUL.

[@blindintuition5131]

What tools did I need for this ? How did u do it without removing the caps

[@Mrdudeluck]

@@blindintuition5131I used a Lego brick separation thing😂

[@blindintuition5131]

@Mrdude luck thanks I really need to fix my bf I got a warebty and lost the stupid thing to show them so guess this is my only option... open heart surgery it is guess I can't fuck it up anymore then it is considering he's using a basic wireless controller oflver this one do to this problem .just was scared of destroying it

[@majinmorpheus]

I ordered a replacement on Amazon, then found your video the next day & its worked a charm, now I have 2. Thanx mate!!

[@edwardkyle8093]

This worked really well and mine was really bad. Fixed it for now thanks

[@tmw-7]

I watched so many videos with this issue, but no one helped. Your Tip is absolutely magic. It worked and you made my day

[@Mosstachio]

The green caps have a film of carbon on them. The modules work similar to a brushed electric motor from my understanding. So, over time that carbon film gets worn and doesn't make solid contact. By adjusting the caps like this you're making it run on a different section of carbon film that may not be as worn (but will quickly wear due to it being very close to the worn section). It also can cause loss of contact entirely if you position the caps too far away. This isn't a long term solution, probably best used as a short term solution while waiting for your new controller to arrive (thrustmaster, powera, razer, rig, victrix, possibly even scuf but I wouldn't recommend scuf honestly, pretty much anything other than another elite 2 or other OEM controller that will have issues within months).

[@TheVikingSailor]

Until they star putting HALL sensors or using magnetic POTs this will be a issue we deal with.

[@logisoc8061]

Thanks man!From the all repairing methods i ve tried, the best one is yours. You saved me literally 60$.

[@FE4R3D]

Worked for me. Hopefully, this fix lasts for quite a while! I followed these steps but also used compressed air to clean the inside of the controller. My analogs were not twisting off, and I didn't want to force them, but I was able to slip in the screwdriver and open up the sensors easily.

[@cxnnoruk8537]

What did u use to pry the controller open. My one has had drift since I got it and it's just getting worse

[@FE4R3D]

@cxnnoruk8537 flathead, slip it in to the frame where the Dpad is and slowly go around popping the frame out.

[@carlos7804]

How did you separate the sensors from the "square"? Were yours green, like in the video? Mine are black and my tweezers bent before I could get them to pop.

[@FE4R3D]

@carlos7804 mine were like the video, unfortunately. I just followed those steps exactly. Try a little flathead screwdriver instead of tweezers.

[@HmmChunkyLizard]

Bro this worked for me! My left stick got the forward drift after 3 weeks of owning the controller. Never came across your vid when I was looking for a solution, as It happened before you made this vid. So it's been a long time since I used the controller. My new spectra controller I bought to replace my series 2 broke last night. Right bumper to be exact. After only having it for 2 months. I'm not even rough with my shit. lol. But anyway, I didn't have the money to buy another controller, so figured I would try and fix my series 2 again. That's when I came by your video and now I got my favorite controller back working! it was definitely a pain in the ass to get the face plate off. There are a few scratches and dings because of it ( didn't really have the proper tools.), but I'm just happy it works again! Thanks so much man!

[@kiwaycanny6522]

You can also fix the rb lb issue by spraying wd-40 onto the motherboard Button

[@headhunter_rg6449]

Thank you so much for that simple trick! You literally saved my controller from getting trashed… I had that problem for more than a year and every problem solving hint was like spending much money, completely remove the sensor or simply didn’t work out for me… hopefully that will last a while ;)

[@davidmartinez9416]

Are you still using the same controller? Or did the issue come back?

[@nutchugger5991]

Thanks for the Video man it helped a lot. At first, I just figured that my stick was broken, but after opening my Controller, I discovered that there was a broken piece of plastic stuck underneath it. Again lots of appreciation from my and your a savior.❤

[@ardabecanm6177]

OMG it actually worked. Thank you so much dude, you made my day

[@Xenot84]

Dude you're a life saver. Bit of advice for anyone trying this, you don't even have to get the joystick cover off by unscrewing it. Just move the joystick away from the potentiometer in question and pry it off with a flat head. Easy fix, took me 5 minutes first try.

[@mitchellsoto3064]

I was able to apply your fix without unscrewing the joy stick. I pulled it to the side and reached in my driver and did as you did and it worked perfectly

[@simonrise9123]

I did this aswell. because I had no chance at unscrewing it. Neither do I have a heathen that other videos suggested

[@mitchellsoto3064]

@@simonrise9123 yeah mine is on tight lol but the fix however didn't last long for mine, like a month later it was back at it drifting all over the place, so I found another fix! Do the same thing but get a swab and some 91% isopropyl alcohol and rub it between the green latch and wait for it to dry and clip it back on. The drift disappeared completely and still hasn't returned! If you try it, let me know if it works!

[@alexandfriendstheemeraldbo9080]

@@mitchellsoto3064 is that second fix still working

[@mitchellsoto3064]

@@alexandfriendstheemeraldbo9080 I've been playing Apex Legends pretty intensively the past few days and so far there's no sign of it drifting even a bit! I tried this alcohol solution last week so I can update you in a few days if anything changes

[@koraysblog]

@@mitchellsoto3064 would like an update as well :) Just fixed my stick drift this way but I’d like to know if the alcohol can fix it more long term

[@markgallie7899]

Tried so many other fixes from other videos, moved the blue right cap over, blew it and cleaned it abit then put it back same problem, left it out like you said, instant fix. THANK YOU

[@jeffphilp7430]

Simple, short and concise video. Mine has exactly this problem but is still under warranty so microsoft are happy to repair or replace it, but next time when it happens I shall be following this excellent guide. Thank you.

[@addidaswguy]

Wouldn't everyone's be under warranty through Microsoft? Or how long is it?

[@jeffphilp7430]

@@addidaswguy I think the warranty period is a minimum 12 months, you can see the exact details in your microsoft account as long as you have registered your device.

[@MartimNascimento]

So you can’t do this “trick” when the controller is on the warranty, right? like if you ever need to replace it they might see you touched to controller components or something? I have that question if anybody can help

[@thomasphillips3072]

This is INCREDIBLE to say the lease, I just gotten Dragon's Dogma 2 for the Xbox Series X and all my character can do is constantly walk on it own up or down and talking and picking up things were virtually IMPOSSIBLE!! I tried all kinds of cleaning methods and NOTHING worked!! wasn't about to waste time and money on a new controller for $60+ I tried your trick and it worked!! I can't believe this simple tactic really worked. Than you guy for everything now I can enjoy my games.

[@vindictivegrind9370]

I’m thinking of doing this. I’ve been playingCold War Zombies and when I move forward and back, my operator continues to move for a couple centimeters and then either stops himself or I tap the joystick and it corrects itself and stops the extended movement. Usually continues to move when I hit the perk machines

[@lurch26killa]

I am commenting because this actually works!! I was holding on to a busted stick for a year. This is the fix. Thank you, thank you. 2 years later!!

[@itsea]

I’ve been suffering from drift for nearly a year now and have opted to not use my elite controller. Thanks to this video I finally fixed my issue and can actually use this so called “elite” controller as it should be. Thanks so much!

[@landon974]

thats awesome, these things are so expensive just for them to get drift in like 6 months or out of the box

[@Its_DragonC]

We made it to 2024 and this video still helps. Have two current elite controllers and they both started having issues. First one I have for a little over a year, decided to fix it and stumbled across this video. Now instead of unscrewing the dome all I did is push to the side so I could access the green plate, then with some tweezers I managed to unhook it and hook it back together while still leaving that little gap.

[@gabrielvaz2461]

Im glad its still works! Thanks for the comment!

[@dannyhernandez3431]

This worked perfectly for me, my stick drift was so bad it’s like I was pressing forward!

[@vis-exile]

i'm finally able to use my XB1E controller again after so many years! It was my favorite and i was sad having to shelve it, but now it's back and I'm So happy! Thanks for showing this fix!

[@jm75uk]

Thanks for the tutorial, saved me buying a new controller Just a heads up for people struggling to get the thumbsticks screwed off like me, you can still get into the sensors with them still in place, if you just pull the thumstick to the side you'll get into the sensor with your screwdriver

[@ljayttv]

bro thank you so much I just bought a scuff 2 months ago and I really like it and I thought I would need a new controller but I don’t because of you.

[@treenugs117]

I tried this off and on with little effect but after spending some time playing with it I seemed to have stopped any drift and it's more precise on small movements. Pulling the sensor cover back and leaving space would sometimes work for a few minutes before issues arise again but it would always get worse, I simply removed the actual sensor piece that sits inside the clip and placed it back in, took some tries to get it in proper place but once I did the drift is very minimal to completely gone and after a full gaming session I can confidently say it's much improved. I'm sure it'll get worse after using it more but it's already been a day of use without the drift after placing the sensor back in vs 5 minutes of play without doing that

[@wesleybridget3024]

Mans a legit wizard, this does indeed work, thank you for the 10month old video!!

[@smokeinc.7715]

Could have saved me countless hours and dollars...thanks buddy

[@1A-Spanndecken]

I had a left drift on my right stick. I followed your instructions. Unscrewed the controller, pried off the bottom green part. After that I had a permanent left drift. I then snapped one side of the green part back in, but it didn't get any better. After an hour nothing worked anymore and I thought I had ruined my controller. Then I used a screwdriver to pry off the green part more and saw that there were small wires there. With a second screwdriver I moved these wires closer towards the stick and snapped the green part back in completely. I still had a slight right drift, but better than the strong left drift. I then recalibrated the stick with the Xbox Accessories app and suddenly it worked. No more drift. ♥️

[@NelsonDesignAndDev]

Does removing the plate void the warranty? I’m about to send mine off since I bought it in October, but previously I owned the series 1 and repaired it myself multiple times since it was out of warranty. Removing the screws on the series 1 voided warranty, so I was curious if it does for series 2 since there are no screws.

[@Jxyelan]

How do you get to send it off the steps are so unclear

[@NelsonDesignAndDev]

@@Jxyelan it’s very simple, as long as you have transportation to your local UPS. Log in to your Microsoft account, enter your serial number on the back of your controller, and this will tell you if your device is still covered under the warranty. If so, you’ll select to start a service request, and provide your issue as well as your mailing address. Within 24 hours of completing this, you will receive a return shipping label. You can either print it out, or just ask the UPS people if they can print it out for you. At the UPS location, they will box up your controller for you, and then from there you wait for your replacement. I haven’t sent mine off yet, but I will be in the next few days. I already have the label printed, I just need to go to UPS. The majority of this was explained in the video, and the process is no different. The only bit of info left out was HOW you send it back.. You simply just take your controller to a UPS location, and they will handle it from there. (important: KEEP ALL OF THE REMOVABLE PARTS/CABLES/CASE as they are not required to send you a new box like they did in the video) I hope this helps. Have a wonderful day!

[@J_Mcfly]

YOU AINT GOTTA TELL THEM SHIT.. THIS FUCKERS MAKE SHIT CONTROLLERS AND ARE OVER PRICED,, YOU DO WHAT YOU GOTTA DO.. IF YOU CANT FIX IT THEN SEND THAT SHIT AND DONT TELL THEM YOU TRIED TO FIX IT LOL..

[@sahgahndeezbahls1536]

@@J_Mcfly there’s a sticker on the controller labeled “warranty” ass hat. And to open the control you have to break it. Now stop talking

[@NelsonDesignAndDev]

Sent my series 2 back and got the replacement in 6 days. And to answer my own question, dont try to fix it yourself if it’s under warranty. I fixed my series 1 multiple times, but I was just curious about their handling of the controllers that people tried to fix before the extension occurred.

[@sebj7]

Thank you so much! This was such a simple fix, but worked instantly on my elite series 1. I came across your video when looking for ways of fixing my stick drift, as i was weary about spend $180 on an elite series 2 when i have a perfectly fine elite 1, with the exception of slight stick drift, which has now vanished since following your video and again thank you!

[@J_Mcfly]

THANK YOU BRO.. THIS HELPED ME A LOT

[@ramseydangerous7548]

I put it off for a bit after buying a new analog, I really didn’t want to desolder and solder something. This worked for me brother, I really appreciate it

[@txsaltyangler7093]

Why wasn’t this the first video clicked on!? Bro thank you!

[@CoolerJ0k3r]

Bro I'm so glad I found your video. I had very minor up stick drift every now and then. I could always kind of reset it by moving it down. I ended up looking up a tutorial on how to fix stick drift and it had me use compressed air after opening the potentiometers. When I closed them back up the controller was permanently registering left movement and it wouldn't register right movement. I was regretting trying to fix such minor stick drift and almost ruining my controller lol. I almost considered paying a repair shop like 50 bucks to get it fixed.

[@EdwinMendoza59]

Just want to know what did u use to mess with the sensors

[@aj3117]

wow this acc works on my elite V1 thanks so much dude

[@speedyhaasman13]

This fixed my drift. Thank you. 6 months I've had my controller. Apparently its out of warranty and the drift was about as bad as the controller in this video.

[@juancruz6216]

will it work the same as the opposite analog stick ?

[@abudabislol]

THANKS MAN! My warranty ended 2 weeks ago. Yesterday when my elden ring journey was on the move analog drift occured. Cleaning it and other tips didnt help. After making that gap it works great! Thanks again!

[@yal100]

This is amazing. Not sure if you were the first to come up with this, but duuuude! I have 3 controllers and 2 had skyward drift on the right stick, really frustrating. Tried, alcohol, cleaning, air, EVERYTHING! Nothing! BUT this worked instantly.....FYI my sticks just pop off straight up no unscrewing. Also please add Xbox One and S controller to your title so more poor souls find this video. You're a life saver man!

[@jamesghbray]

I was sceptical - but this completely fixed the up/down drift I was having on the right stick! Thanks so much!

[@jicebeegaming]

I was about to spend 130 euros on the Core Elite series 2 because of massive right stick drift. Following your video helped me resolve the issue totally. So thanks a lot for that, you saved 130 euros for me!

[@juho1227]

Dudeeee... Thank you. My right stick was drifting up badly and nothing worked but then i found your video and now my controller works perfectly. Even though the green thing got kinda fucked up since i couldn't close it fully anymore but it works now 🤣

[@susanna8612]

Thank you! For months I suffered from this drifting and used my xbox One controller in replacement untill it broke down too (bluethooth button broke down) .. Finally gave this method a go and now it works as it should. Its weird to play now when I have got used to this drifting lol

[@thegothcrusader6246]

I found an elite controller at a thrift store for 10 bucks and it came with the drift issue. I used it for about 2 months before really giving a shot at fixing it and your video was the only video that made complete sense on what to do and it did in fact fix the issue much appreciated

[@andymcfly]

Best fix worked well. I bought an xbox elite series 2 off someone for 50 bucks. Guess they didnt know how to fix and now its good. Thanks

[@clappington9438]

cant believe that worked. elite controller has been in a drawer over a year and this video popped up on my feed figure wth might as well. Thanks!

[@WHz0116]

You’re awesome bro. Fixed it instantly after giving up with all the other vids. Much appreciated 💯

[@raees3562]

This worked! You're the goat fr fr. Out of warranty, so saved me 100$ sending it back to microsoft to fix. Also, I didn't unscrew the analogs, I just moved it to the left and had enough space to get to the sensors with a pair of tweezers.

[@gabrielvaz2461]

Glad I could help

[@LordDestroOG]

THIS WORKS!! I've been plagued by stick drift for nearly 6 months. I've tried everything other than replacing parts/controllers. Finally I can play without having to spend another $150

[@Treayom]

I'm usually very sceptical to these "easy fix"- videos but I was in for a suprise. Tried this on my 2 year old totally worn down elite. It was so worn down the rubber was hanging lose all over 😂😂 Had mad up&down drift on the left ánd right stick. I pretty much asumed the controller was dead and I'd have to buy a new one. The drift was actually the reason I hadn't gamed in a month. So long story short I followed all the steps precisely and I was baffled by the result. The drift was all gone!! I made me take the time and glue the rubber back on propperly so now I pretty much have a new controller. Thanks for saving $250 brother!! Ps. One more thing tho, before putting everything back together, hold the controller up side down and tap on it for about a minute. (Put a white paper under to be amazed how much dirt falls out)

[@FRANCISC0_S0LIS]

THANK YOU! It works perfect. Although he added some tiny plastic posts between the sensor, to prevent drift from happening again over time, so it sure works fine. Your video has saved me from buying another one. THANK YOU!

[@XLucero1]

Fixed the Magnetic Tension issue with the metal stick attachment as well. Wow, you deserve a vacation. I was able to fit screw driver in there without unthreading the cover.

[@4Happy2Hours0]

After replacing some parts, still had drift. Seen your video, drift is gone now. Thanks for posting.

[@tomdr93x]

Hopefully won't jinx my good luck just now by posting; thank you! Have had upwards drift on right stick on my 2016 Elite Series 1 controller for a few months now. Love the gamepad, I've replaced the grips twice and definitely feel more comfortable playing games like Halo Infinite and MCC even on PC with it rather than bumper jumper. Just played 2 games of Infinite and monitoring the stick through Xbox Accessories PC App no, no drift after this fix. Thank you so much! :)

[@robbo171]

This works! Fixed my left stick moving forwards was drifting bad. Fiddly to get the green thing in the right place. Was still getting slight drift so put it back together as with the case on the whole thing moves less. Tested and it works fine no drift. Error on circle was 11% down from 41% when i started. I can live with 11% as it doesn’t drift at all. Bluetooth to your phone and go to gamepad tester. As your fixing u can test. As he does in the vid. Thanks!!

[@formerdwellerofthebasements]

Thank you! I had given up on trying to find a fix until you popped up in my recommended. Worked instantly. Thanks a ton! 🍻

[@KRWNZZ]

I can 10000% confirm that this actually works!!! Thank you so much!! You definitely saved me money on buying a new controller these ain’t cheap lol

[@escobark6956]

Broo thank u so much I bought a e swap pro and after few months that happend and I couldn’t find ministicks in my country I thought I wasted 150$ until I tried this thank u broski u made my week

[@Sh00ming]

I did this. Thank you. Worked a treat. I found that you didn't even need to unscrew the thumb sticks to access the sensors.

[@Soljie1969]

I just switch to the regular Xbox series x controller because my elite 2 was drifting up and down like crazy . Glad o found this video . Gonna work on it when i get home . Thanks .

[@JacuboYT]

How’d it go?

[@jimdillman3295]

I had major drift on my 2 month old Elite Series 2. This solved the problem instantly. I did need to adjust the gap back and forth to find the sweet spot, but once I hit it no drift. Thank you!

[@lixmitchell]

omfg much love... thought it was too good to be true but wowowo instant fix as promised! saved me $200 take my upvote and subscribe and all my love!

[@cjfolsom]

THANK YOU YES! After one month in 2017 of my elite controller drifting, I havent been able to use it... FIVE YEARS LATER I find this vid.. its fixed. This is the only solution! *edit after 5 mins it kind of started again so using a very thin piece of paper in between green sensor and clipping it back all the way fixed it!*

[@IGotSocksOn]

duuuuuuude so glad I found your KZbin video let me tell you, it is not easy to pry the face of the controller off. definitely grab some plastic pry tools so you don't damage your controller. getting off the face cover on the joy stick was a lot easier than the face cover of the controller. you need to use a wrench and turn it as center as it sits on the controller itself. def thankful for your video. was just about ready to buy a new elite controller

[@ZeljkoTerzic]

Thank you! This is by far the simplest method I found on youtube. Fixed drifting issues :)

[@SeifEddineB]

This trick worked! Xbox S Series original controller had a drift in the left analogue joystick at the Y axis only, it stays up or down and don't get back to center, pushing the resistor pads away just like you did in the video solved the issue with the drift, but only at a certain angle (Not parallel to the joystick cage, but at a slight angle from the top or the bottom), so I had to try several times to get it to center and not drifting again, so the angle of the pad is also important in my opinion. It's not a permanent fix, but it works perfectly fine. I think the pads will wear out anyways and it will have to be replaced at some point.

[@markfebbriello4806]

Thanks this is the only vid I found that actually works💯

[@alilolos99]

I would've been $50 down if it weren't for your video. You've saved many controllers from becoming trash. Thank you

[@juliosanchez933]

Oh my god this worked!! 🙏🏼 I was just thinking about buying a new one now I don’t have to 🙌 you are the best man!!

[@omega6283]

Big thanks ! I am French and I fixed my controller easily thanks to your video.

[@Boscez]

Thank you very much - saved me from buying a new controller. This worked just fine on the first version of the Xbox Elite Controller for me.

[@jacobeiden415]

Working for now, I’ll see how long it stays. Thanks so much, you saved a lot of people a lot of money for fixes/new controllers.

[@Astr0Pr0j3ct]

How long has the controller stayed?

[@austin_5324]

Can confirm, also works with XSX controller. Saved me 60 bucks my guy, much appreciated!

[@deandrecarson4374]

Brooooo you really just fixed my controller. Thanks. I’m posting this everywhere cause this needs to be broadcasted on Every known media platform.