iFixit - Answers With Device "DualShock 4"

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 februari 17, 2020 at 16:53 MST

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 januari 05, 2020 at 4:12 MST

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 mei 13, 2019 at 1:49 MST

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 februari 23, 2019 at 9:47 MST

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 januari 28, 2019 at 17:17 MST

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 januari 06, 2019 at 10:32 MST

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 mei 31, 2018 at 11:17 MST

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 december 26, 2017 at 19:12 MST

DualShock 4: Controller won’t connect?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:01:28 -0700

My controller for some reason will not connect with my PlayStation. I plug it in and it recognizes the controller is there but the controller doesn’t work after the log in page even when it’s charged. How can I fix this?

⟐ Commented april 27, 2026 at 18:01 MST

DualShock 4: Is the rear via torn?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:31:23 -0700

I'm finding out how delicate these ps4 boards are so I saw this and it looks torn. I was able to get continuity between the bigger ground vias and the other live one

⟐ Answered april 27, 2026 at 7:31 MST

DualShock 4: Are these vias broken?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:28:00 -0700

Hi so I removed the analog sticks on my motherboard and I noticed some tears on via in front and Also the bottom one is it bridged? I did a continuity test and got a continuous beeping sound on that trace.

⟐ Answered april 27, 2026 at 7:28 MST

DualShock 4: Is the mask scrapped off or a torn trace?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:05:35 -0700

Ok, I found another possible torn trace I think I might've just scrapped of the mask cause I did a continuity test among that path and got a continuous beeping sound

⟐ Answer accepted april 21, 2026 at 20:05 MST

DualShock 4: How to connect the traces?

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 22:32:57 -0700

Do I scratch off mask right by the yellow circle(pic2 or pic3), then connect the with a wire correct? What size wire do you recommend? Also the trace in picture 4 should I cut it off of leave it?

⟐ Commented april 15, 2026 at 22:32 MST

DualShock 4: Is this a broken trace?

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:13 -0700

In my endless quest to replace analog sticks I can't seem to catch a break now what it looks like to be a broken trace.....again

⟐ Commented april 13, 2026 at 0:00 MST

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 april 07, 2026 at 18:20 MST

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 april 06, 2026 at 14:13 MST

DualShock 4: How do I fix my stick drift

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:02:16 -0700

I have been trying to find out how to fix my stick drift but I can't find it.

⟐ Answered maart 29, 2026 at 9:02 MST

DualShock 4: Am I screwed or can it work or be fixed?

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:48:51 -0700

While removing the analog stick it stripped the trace off the board is possible to fix it? would it still work regardless or the board is done?

⟐ Answered maart 23, 2026 at 1:48 MST

DualShock 4: Can this be fixed?

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 17:29:58 -0700

So in my endless quest to learn how replace analog sticks I've ran into another issue the pad somehow was ripped off is possible to fix it or can it work without the pad? Pic3 is the back of the pad that got ripped off

⟐ Answered maart 15, 2026 at 17:29 MST

DualShock 4: Why does my speaker and headphone jack not work

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 04:34:49 -0700

I attempted to mod my ps4 controller, but when I did I broke a couple of pins on the motherboard where the ribbon cable that goes to the back connects. Now my battery doesn't charge and my speaker and headphone jack don't work. As long as I have the controller plugged in to the console everything else works fine. What can I do?

⟐ Answered maart 14, 2026 at 4:34 MST