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How to Fix Left Joystick Drift on a DualShock PS4 Controller Without Soldering

Introduction

If your PS4 DualShock Controller is having the drifting joystick problem which is common—automatically moving without touch, becomes stuck once touched—use this guide to repair the issue without any soldering, which many people may not have experience in.

The controller will have to be dismantled completely so that the left joystick can be cleaned and worked on. This simple repair with minimal knowledge is an easy fix. P.S. the gloves are not required to wear when the controller is being worked on.

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1. Step 1 How to Fix Left Joystick Drift on a DualShock PS4 Controller Without Soldering

   

   • Remove the four 6.0 mm screws on the back shell of the PS4 controller using the Phillips #00 screwdriver.

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