How to Fix PS4 Controller Joystick Drift Without Disassembling

Introdução

If you’re an avid gamer in search of a quick fix for joystick drift on a PlayStation 4 controller, then utilize this guide.

The joystick of a controller is an important piece to certain controls and movement within a video game. It can suffer from many defects, one of the most notable being joystick drift. It can cause your movement within video games to be altered without making it do so, and it could sum up to a frustrating experience.

The purpose of this guide is to allow avid gamers to fix their controller’s stick drift without disassembling their controllers, ultimately risking breaking their controllers completely within the process.

Before utilizing this guide to fix your controller, make sure to not connect the controller to any external source, specifically a power source such as a charger.

On Step 5, make sure to have the compressed air spray at air level to not add any moisture. This could possibly hinder the controller and make your joysticks too loose.

O que você precisa

Passo 1 How to Fix PS4 Controller Joystick Drift Without Disassembling

How to Fix PS4 Controller Joystick Drift Without Disassembling, How to Fix PS4 Controller Joystick Drift Without Disassembling: passo 1, imagem 1 %32

Before you begin, make sure your PlayStation 4 controller is not connected to the console or any cables.

Editar

Passo 2

Dip a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol.

Editar

Passo 3

Use the cotton swab with rubbing alcohol to clean the joystick and its base of any debris or dust.

Editar

Passo 4

Let the controller dry for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Editar

Passo 5

Spray compressed air around the base of the joystick to further remove any dust or debris.
Make sure the can of compressed air is level to avoid adding moisture to the joystick.

Editar

Passo 6

Press forward on the thumbsticks for 30 seconds.

Editar

Passo 7

Press down on the joystick and move it 360 degrees clockwise and counter-clockwise for 30 seconds.

Editar

Passo 8

Turn on the console to begin rebooting your controller.

Editar

Passo 9

Disconnect your controller once more from the console.

Editar

Passo 10

Press the tip of a small paper clip into the reset button on the back of the controller and hold for ten seconds.
After ten seconds, your controller will reboot.

Editar