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DualShock 4: PS4 still has stick drift after joystick module replacement

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 18:52:09 -0700

Help! I have changed both the joystick modules on my ps4 controller, I got the modules from eBay. It all works but it appears that the drift is still there which is completely bizarre.

I did find a calibration tool online that I thought had worked but when you unplug and plug the controller back in and check gamepad tester the drift is still there, I’m not certain the drift is exactly the same as it was before with the old joysticks but I’ve got my suspicions that it is.

Help please, it took me ages to change these modules and I just want it to be fixed so I can fix up some more 😀

Thanks!!!

⟐ Answered outubro 18, 2025 at 18:52 GMT-7

DualShock 4: My ps4 controller turns on itself without pressing the ps button

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 23:17:05 -0700

This happened a few days ago, my controller stopped turning on manually when I press the ps button, even when I connect it using a USB to the console it lights orange but when you press the ps button it doesn't turn on. Worst of all it keeps turning on itself then when you log it in to a user it says battery low and it disconnects and after a period of 4 minutes it keeps turning on itself and goes off over and over again, so what could be the problem?

⟐ Commented outubro 11, 2025 at 23:17 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Home-Button not working

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 06:25:03 -0700

Hey,

I recently replaced the battery in my controller as well as the conductive silicone pads for the button inputs.
When I connect the controller to my PC via cable, it powers on normally, connects successfully, and all buttons work in the Gamepad Tester—except for the Home button.

I’ve already tried resetting the controller multiple times using the button on the back, but it didn’t help.

Is there anything else I can try or check?

⟐ Commented julho 30, 2025 at 6:25 GMT-7

DualShock 4: I want to ask if someone is familiar with the schematics

Fri, 02 May 2025 05:04:45 -0700

My ps4 controller keeps turning off after I dropped it, when I took a look inside I noticed a component must have gotten removed by the drop. I wanted to ask if someone knows what component it was so I can try to find a replacement.

⟐ Answered maio 02, 2025 at 5:04 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Wired Connection not working

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 08:18:07 -0700

I have a ds4 controller that works via Bluetooth but is unable to work with a wired connection to the PlayStation and pc. I figured the port wasn’t working so I decided to swap the port with another controller whose analog sticks are broken. This new port works perfectly but when making the swap, the controller still doesn’t show up as a wired connection.

I can provide pictures or answer any questions to help troubleshoot this issue. At this point I’m more intrigued on how to get it working than anything else. Any hardware that I should be looking at that could be the culprit here?

Worth noting: Since the wired connection wasn’t working, i decided to download ds4windows to see how the Bluetooth connection to the pc would hold up vs input lag. During this process, I was changing settings on ds4 along with the controller device in my pc control panel. I disabled a driver that a video recommended during this. Not sure if I might have done something to alter the controllers ability to recognize the wired connection.

Thank you!

This has been solved. Needed to get the correct usb connection for the controller model. Ordered this online and now the controller works fine.

⟐ Answer accepted janeiro 08, 2024 at 8:18 GMT-7

DualShock 4: ps4 controller malfunctioning L2 R2 buttons auto pressed

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 23:44:57 -0700

ps4 controller malfunctioning L2 R2 buttons auto pressed, even i apart controller and remove its conductive film, both buttons pressed automatically, any solution ?

Problem video video can be seen here : https://youtu.be/CAQji7M6nZw

⟐ Answered agosto 14, 2023 at 23:44 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Why is their something lose inside my controller?

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:13:56 -0700

I think something that got lose inside my controller, whenever i shake it there's a noise inside that sounds like something is shaking in there. The controller works fine though, this has happened to both of my controllers.

⟐ Commented fevereiro 14, 2023 at 17:13 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Face buttons not working (Square, X, Circle, Triangle)

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 14:21:47 -0700

Hi! I recently opened up my controller to replace the micro-USB port (worked swimmingly!), but now a few buttons aren't working. As said in the title, the face buttons (square, x, circle and triangle) all aren't working. Additionally, the PS button isn't working. All other buttons are looking fine. I opened it up and checked the membrane-type thing to see if it looked weird, or anything that might be stopping it from registering inputs, but it seems fine. Any ideas for any troubleshooting to get these buttons working again? Thanks.

⟐ Answered julho 13, 2022 at 14:21 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Controller will connect to PC but not PS4

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 00:10:01 -0700

Hello all. My PS4 controller seems to not register at all on my PS4, no light on the light bar to indicate charging and nothing happens when pressing the PS button.

However, when I connect it to my PC and do the test it connects and all buttons register when pressed. Also connect using the DS4 Windows app. Blue light shows and even changes colour when I change it. Also works perfectly fine as a controller on games. Any suggestions?

⟐ Answered junho 26, 2020 at 0:10 GMT-7

DualShock 4: R2 input when L2 trigger

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 12:01:28 -0700

When I push L2 up in ds4windows I see R2 input. Any ideas?

⟐ Answer edited junho 11, 2020 at 12:01 GMT-7

DualShock 4: R2 and L2 button doesn't spring back

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 16:53:59 -0700

I have a problem that my R2 and L2 button doesn't spring back. I was opening it up to fix L3 button but now I have problem with R2 and L2 button..

⟐ Answered fevereiro 17, 2020 at 16:53 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Dualshock 4 cannot find motherboard part number

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 04:12:08 -0700

Hello, I am trying to replace my motherboard and battery on my dualshock 4. However I’ve looked and I can’t figure which motherboard or battery I need. The controller is a CUH-ZCT1U. Thank you in advance for any help anyone can provide.

I was able to find the number for the motherboard it’s JDM-030

⟐ Answer accepted janeiro 05, 2020 at 4:12 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Problems with my 2 controllers

Mon, 13 May 2019 01:49:39 -0700

So I’ve had both of my controllers since the release of the ps4 back in 2013. The controller i use most has a problem where i would plug it in to the ps4 to charge, then it would look up for no reason without moving the right stick. My second controller i use less, has problems where running feels sluggish, sometimes closes out of menus, and sometimes shoots my gun without me pressing R2. How can i fix these problems?

⟐ Answered maio 13, 2019 at 1:49 GMT-7

DualShock 4: What counts as unrepairable? (PS4 Controllers)

Sat, 23 Feb 2019 09:47:51 -0700

I am buying a joblot of faulty ps4 controllers and am wondering what types of problems are unrepairable? I know analog drift, cracked shells, worn nubs and usb ports can be replaced or repaired but what would indicate a problem with the motherboard, which I heard can't be replaced?

⟐ Commented fevereiro 23, 2019 at 9:47 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Is it ok if I have a missing screw

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 17:17:11 -0700

Hey is it ok if I have one screw remaining on the shell and it's the one on the top left corner and I'm saying because I don't want my controller to disassemble while I'm playing.

⟐ Answered janeiro 28, 2019 at 17:17 GMT-7

DualShock 4: My ps4 controller won't charge up

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 10:32:05 -0700

When I charge my controller the light comes on but when I take it out and check the battery it's like it never charged it always dies instantly. This problem came out of nowhere and I need help to get it working again.

⟐ Commented janeiro 06, 2019 at 10:32 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Face buttons are loose

Thu, 31 May 2018 11:17:29 -0700

I recently replaced my joysticks because they were wearing out and everything works great. The only issue I have is that now my face buttons seem to be a little loose. When I shake the controller I can hear and fell them wiggle around. Is there a screw that needs to be tightened or any other fix?

⟐ Answer edited maio 31, 2018 at 11:17 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Why is my PS4 controller not responding when it has only been bought?

Tue, 26 Dec 2017 19:12:23 -0700

Hello, yesterday I got a PS4 controller because my old one had a bit of a headphone jack stuck inside. When I pressed the turn on button (the Playstation sign button) it didn't work. I charged it and after an hour I decided to try it again. It flashed then shown a yellow light, I pulled it out to see if it was working and by my surprise it wasn't. I charged it again and played with my other controller. After a few hours, it still didn't work. I waited until I woke up tomorrow it was the same. I looked up on how to fix it and then reset the controller multiple times and nothing happened.

⟐ Answered dezembro 26, 2017 at 19:12 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Am I using this program correctly?

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:20:04 -0700

Hi so I finally got the analog sticks on my controller these are the Gulikit TMR Joysticks and I dont know whats going out with the right analog stick it clicks, but doesn't register and it looks like it drifts even though they supposed to be new. I tried in BF6 and I don't notice it since I have my dead zone set to 0. Can too much or little solder cause that malfunction?

⟐ Answer accepted abril 07, 2026 at 18:20 GMT-7

DualShock 4: Ps4 controller wont connect to PS4, but it connects to PC

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 14:13:11 -0700

So I finally managed to install new analog sticks for my controller and calibrated them, but now it won't connect to my Ps4 it connects to my PC I tried the micro usb connector I pressed and held the PS button it didn't work I tried my other controller with same cable and it connected that controller. I also tried resetting the controller by pressing the button with a paper clip by L2 it didn't work either. I bought the motherboard from ifixit it's similar to the one I originally had could that be the problem?

⟐ Commented abril 06, 2026 at 14:13 GMT-7