Great tutorial, worked for me. I have some tips for people who have the Deluxe version of this controller(the one with the back buttons). If you can't find the 7th screw on the back, it's under the sticker when you remove this back buttons plate. When you're taking out the motherboard there are 2 additional screws near the 2 triggers.
Omg, thank you! I've been googling how to fix the controller button for so long and every answer seems to just clean the crevice when my controller is not dirty at all. It's kinda scary to try this though, hopefully my controller won't break lol
This didn't quite work for me until I applied a small layer of silicon grease to the area around the contact on the rubber pad. Seems to be keeping the rubber from sticking, now. I guess I'll see what the long-term brings but thanks for getting me set in the right direction!
Thanks for your comment, always great to hear from people who have had to use alternative methods as it might help other viewers. :) Mine still works, but is more of a backup controller these days. Still handy to have around though.
I've had to open my controller twice now since this video uploaded just to clean the analog sticks and get buttons unstuck. Wow dust can literally destroy these flimsy pieces of tech.
@@qubitstech Yeah they're not the best, but they last a while. When you have severe stick drift like mine has though you might as well throw it away unless you wanna spend hours soldering and rebracing plastic pieces. Anyways, thanks for the video. Was helpful :)
Cool, thanks for sharing. I took a different approach on a PDP Faceoff (nintendo switch controller), as the cause is not quite the same. My solution was to add springs to increase the button return force; posted the details as an instructable - I think I can't post the URL, but it should be easy to find. "repair PDP faceoff controller"
the button is less tactile after doing this, but I way prefer that over having it stick. If I were to do it again I would try trimming less of the rubber off. I did almost exactly as you did.
Yeah, it's not as good as it was originally, but at least it works. I've done this to a few controllers, and it's always ended up similar to in the video, I never managed to get it to work with less rubber removed. No harm in trying if you have this issue again though :)
Wish I'd stayed ignorant! Light trigger drift turned out to be a shattered trigger bracket which was being held together by pressure. I choose not to blame myself, it was the misbegotten warrior and crucible knight's fault (+ some light rage on my end)
Brooo :O Im literally going to attempt this right now, this is my second PDP Xbox One Controller to have a stuck A button no matter how I clean it, ill reply to this comment with an update if it works for me! :D
IT WORKED WOOOOOOW If I knew this sooner, it would have saved me a ton of anger and having to open the controller to clean it 3-4 different times poggers boys we gamin' now
Any recommendation for where I could get ahold of a replacement for the silicone button pad? I ask this as a it seems the A button on my controller has completely pushed through it.
Unfortunately not, I've never been able to find these anywhere. Best I could suggest is to find a faulty controller (with a good pad, of course) if you can find one cheap enough.
thank you my A button is working but now i have another problem: my controller isnt working, like when i plug it in, the light above the xbox button is off
My problem is with the rubber button pad, as I already tried cleaning, unfortunately I can't find the pad anywhere to replace it. Ironically it is also the A button; Oh, you covered the rubber pad, guess I'll have to try it.
Sorry, I've only just seen your comment. If the problem is that it's pressing down ok, but not registering a button press, you can try adding conductive coating to the pad. I've had success with kitchen foil in the past.
@@qubitstech i've had sort of the same issue, except when i took the rubber pad out the bit where the a button would be just fell off, the flimsy/bouncy thing that makes it go up got ruptured after years of use, do you have any idea where to get the hands on one? ive looked for a bit but still it doesn't show up. maybe you've had better luck?? let me know where to find it if you manage to.and thanks in advance
Cant wait to get back home and try this! I have taken apart my controller 3 times and tried my very best to clean it but i noticed that plastic for the a button just refuses to move like the other ones even after cleaning.
I did my best on replicating what was done in the video and it maybe worked for about an hour 😅 I'm sure every attempt might have a different outcome so, I'm curious to how many succeeded where I failed Now it's used as a hammer by my two year old 😂 I probably won't buy another PDP product though, I just went back to my Xbox controller that's been used for years and it's still a way stronger product.
Hi, I used an iFixit screwdriver with a Phillips #0 bit for most of the screws. For the bottom pair I used a basic screwdriver as the iFixit shaft wasn't long enough. Hope this helps.
Yo, this solution worked for me initially, but about two months later I'm here again, with the button sticking and requiring a smack on the side of the controller to unstick. That is if I tap it, holding it makes it stick much more and it's progressively harder to unstick. Any ideas how to fix this again?
Hi, sorry it's stopped working for you. There's not really a lot you can do to be honest, you could try trimming a bit more around the button but it's probably time to buy a replacement. These controllers are not well designed unfortunately.
@@Yannic1904 A random, polish repair store. Just gotta Google and look. I couldn't find the exact ones and had to cut them up and replace only the ones that don't work. Sorry I couldn't be of much more help
Do you know where I can find the replacement parts for a PDP controller? I need a new button pad but I can only find the one for the regular xbox controller (doesn't fit)
Unfortunately not, we couldn't find any either which is how this mod came about. Only thing I can suggest is trying to find a cheap faulty one to use for parts, or maybe contact PDP to see if they can help (I doubt it though).
I bought new my Xbox controller to use it with Steam Deck. And, found it has a sticky A button, sometimes it just stucked inside. I have to repress it to release it. Damn, I should’ve buy a DS5.. 😢
Welp mine fell off, wouldn’t stop sticking no matter how much I took off and eventually the piece itself while I was testing popped out of the rubber, anybody know if there is a replacement I could buy somewhere that would work?
I have the same issues on my pdp controller but on mine B also get's stuck like A, is the same solution going to work for B as well, to just cut a rubber edge? @Qubits Tech
Does this work with the xbox button at the top middle i got a lil piece of sunflower seed stuck right in the tiny space betwen the shell and the button and now its completely stuck inside
Hi, I'd try cleaning the contact first if you haven't already. You could give this a go, but to be honest I'm not sure it would work as it's the shape of the A button contact which seems to cause the issue.
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Great tutorial, worked for me.
I have some tips for people who have the Deluxe version of this controller(the one with the back buttons).
If you can't find the 7th screw on the back, it's under the sticker when you remove this back buttons plate.
When you're taking out the motherboard there are 2 additional screws near the 2 triggers.
Omg, thank you! I've been googling how to fix the controller button for so long and every answer seems to just clean the crevice when my controller is not dirty at all. It's kinda scary to try this though, hopefully my controller won't break lol
Hope it works out for you, I've done it a few times now with success.
@@qubitstech is it necessary to trim and if so how would you like us too trim it ??
such a glaring oversight to what is a decent controller.
This didn't quite work for me until I applied a small layer of silicon grease to the area around the contact on the rubber pad. Seems to be keeping the rubber from sticking, now. I guess I'll see what the long-term brings but thanks for getting me set in the right direction!
Thanks for your comment, always great to hear from people who have had to use alternative methods as it might help other viewers. :)
Mine still works, but is more of a backup controller these days. Still handy to have around though.
Excellent. Managed to open mine, clean it and sort out sticky the buttons.
Been looking for a tutorial and this is the first one with the same model of controller
I've had to open my controller twice now since this video uploaded just to clean the analog sticks and get buttons unstuck. Wow dust can literally destroy these flimsy pieces of tech.
Yeah, they're not the best controllers. They're not bad for the price though if you're looking for a 2nd controller which won't see much use.
@@qubitstech Yeah they're not the best, but they last a while. When you have severe stick drift like mine has though you might as well throw it away unless you wanna spend hours soldering and rebracing plastic pieces. Anyways, thanks for the video. Was helpful :)
I pulled the back off and removed the insides and noticed the issue but I had no idea how to fix it, so thanks 😂
That's great to hear :)
This Guy Is A Godsend, Thank YOU!
Glad I could help, thanks for watching :)
Cool, thanks for sharing. I took a different approach on a PDP Faceoff (nintendo switch controller), as the cause is not quite the same. My solution was to add springs to increase the button return force; posted the details as an instructable - I think I can't post the URL, but it should be easy to find. "repair PDP faceoff controller"
BESTTTT! Thank you for saving me 60€
Glad to hear it worked for you :)
the button is less tactile after doing this, but I way prefer that over having it stick. If I were to do it again I would try trimming less of the rubber off. I did almost exactly as you did.
Yeah, it's not as good as it was originally, but at least it works. I've done this to a few controllers, and it's always ended up similar to in the video, I never managed to get it to work with less rubber removed. No harm in trying if you have this issue again though :)
Thank you so much mine was the X button, after watching you're video I fixed it :D
Glad I could help :)
Wish I'd stayed ignorant! Light trigger drift turned out to be a shattered trigger bracket which was being held together by pressure.
I choose not to blame myself, it was the misbegotten warrior and crucible knight's fault (+ some light rage on my end)
Brooo :O Im literally going to attempt this right now, this is my second PDP Xbox One Controller to have a stuck A button no matter how I clean it, ill reply to this comment with an update if it works for me! :D
IT WORKED WOOOOOOW If I knew this sooner, it would have saved me a ton of anger and having to open the controller to clean it 3-4 different times
poggers boys we gamin' now
Glad to hear it worked for you :)
Any recommendation for where I could get ahold of a replacement for the silicone button pad? I ask this as a it seems the A button on my controller has completely pushed through it.
Unfortunately not, I've never been able to find these anywhere. Best I could suggest is to find a faulty controller (with a good pad, of course) if you can find one cheap enough.
thank you my A button is working but now i have another problem: my controller isnt working, like when i plug it in, the light above the xbox button is off
My problem is with the rubber button pad, as I already tried cleaning, unfortunately I can't find the pad anywhere to replace it. Ironically it is also the A button; Oh, you covered the rubber pad, guess I'll have to try it.
Sorry, I've only just seen your comment. If the problem is that it's pressing down ok, but not registering a button press, you can try adding conductive coating to the pad. I've had success with kitchen foil in the past.
@@qubitstech i've had sort of the same issue, except when i took the rubber pad out the bit where the a button would be just fell off, the flimsy/bouncy thing that makes it go up got ruptured after years of use, do you have any idea where to get the hands on one? ive looked for a bit but still it doesn't show up. maybe you've had better luck?? let me know where to find it if you manage to.and thanks in advance
may the force be with you ! thank you so much i was ready to throw the thing to the wall
Glad I could help :)
Cant wait to get back home and try this! I have taken apart my controller 3 times and tried my very best to clean it but i noticed that plastic for the a button just refuses to move like the other ones even after cleaning.
Hope it works for you :)
Did it work?
I did my best on replicating what was done in the video and it maybe worked for about an hour 😅
I'm sure every attempt might have a different outcome so, I'm curious to how many succeeded where I failed
Now it's used as a hammer by my two year old 😂
I probably won't buy another PDP product though, I just went back to my Xbox controller that's been used for years and it's still a way stronger product.
which screwdriver did you use to unscrew the gamepad?
Hi, I used an iFixit screwdriver with a Phillips #0 bit for most of the screws. For the bottom pair I used a basic screwdriver as the iFixit shaft wasn't long enough. Hope this helps.
It seems is a bad design by pdp, because many of us have issues with this model
Yeah, can't understand why they designed it like this
The black wire got ripped off. Is that bad?
Yeah, you'll need to solder it back on, I haven't tested but it will definitely be needed for something.
@@qubitstech It was connected to the rumble motor. Without it there is no more controller vibrations but it's not that bad
Thanks! This worked!
Hi mate. Which screwdrivers and tools did you use? If you could send me a link or something then it would be much appreciated
Hi, sorry for the late reply. I used an iFixit Manta set, but really all you need is a Philips #0 screwdriver.
Thanks so much. This worked great for me.
That's great to hear, thanks for watching :)
Yo, this solution worked for me initially, but about two months later I'm here again, with the button sticking and requiring a smack on the side of the controller to unstick. That is if I tap it, holding it makes it stick much more and it's progressively harder to unstick. Any ideas how to fix this again?
Hi, sorry it's stopped working for you. There's not really a lot you can do to be honest, you could try trimming a bit more around the button but it's probably time to buy a replacement. These controllers are not well designed unfortunately.
I replaced the gum pad with a new one and it's working now, so dw
@@yukkiriven9798 Glad to hear :)
@@yukkiriven9798 Heywhere and which rubber pad have you bought? My Brothers Controller needs a new one :(
@@Yannic1904 A random, polish repair store. Just gotta Google and look. I couldn't find the exact ones and had to cut them up and replace only the ones that don't work. Sorry I couldn't be of much more help
Do you know where I can find the replacement parts for a PDP controller? I need a new button pad but I can only find the one for the regular xbox controller (doesn't fit)
Unfortunately not, we couldn't find any either which is how this mod came about. Only thing I can suggest is trying to find a cheap faulty one to use for parts, or maybe contact PDP to see if they can help (I doubt it though).
Thanks a lot, worked well, might have to do it for x soon lol
Glad it helped, not tried it with the X button though so not sure if it will work. If you do try it, let us know how you get on! :)
what kind of screwdriver do i need to use
Thanks, your video helped me a lot
Glad I could help :)
thank you ! Do you know how can I fix the RT button ? The spring do not work anymore
It depends what's wrong with it. If it's bent, you might be able to bend the spring back into shape. If it's snapped, it will need to be replaced.
I bought new my Xbox controller to use it with Steam Deck. And, found it has a sticky A button, sometimes it just stucked inside. I have to repress it to release it. Damn, I should’ve buy a DS5.. 😢
ugh. wish I could fix mine. I could not get the screws out. one of them is too tight to remove by hand.
If you have a drill, you could try drilling the stuck screw out.
Welp mine fell off, wouldn’t stop sticking no matter how much I took off and eventually the piece itself while I was testing popped out of the rubber, anybody know if there is a replacement I could buy somewhere that would work?
Sorry to hear this didn't work for you. I've not been able to find one unfortunately, hopefully someone else will comment if they manage to find one.
@@qubitstech Dang alright, I'll probably just sell it for parts then, thank you for getting back to me though
I have the same issues on my pdp controller but on mine B also get's stuck like A, is the same solution going to work for B as well, to just cut a rubber edge? @Qubits Tech
Hi, you can give it a go but I haven't tried it myself.
Does this work with the xbox button at the top middle i got a lil piece of sunflower seed stuck right in the tiny space betwen the shell and the button and now its completely stuck inside
Hi, you'll need to open the controller up and give it a clean, that should be enough to fix it.
Thank you bro it works! ✌️
No problem 👍
Does this work with he dpad as well? mines stuck to where my character in tekken 7 is always jumping
Hi, I'd try cleaning the contact first if you haven't already. You could give this a go, but to be honest I'm not sure it would work as it's the shape of the A button contact which seems to cause the issue.
I dont think Im buying from this company again. Awful quality control despite a decent presentation.
what if the rubber button piece falls out
i have 5 of those controlers all of them have some button issues.
now i have seen your video i can replace parts if i have to. thank you very much!
Hope you manage to fix them :)
Thank you Sir!
You're welcome, thanks for watching :)
Thank you man
Omg dude ty
Glad I could help, thanks for watching :)
Bro my pad for the A Button has a hole in it. What should I do?
Hi, unfortunately I don't think there's a lot you can do, unless you manage to find a replacement part.
Thanks
Thank tou mate!
What is that creepy asmr whispering in the background?
No idea, at a guess I'd say the camera picked up sound from a TV, or maybe someone else talking. No asmr intended, but my setup is far from fancy :)
Ita at 1:08 and goes on for few seconds. Is that you?
Great !
my contoller doesnt turn on now
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Sorry to hear that, I'd suggest taking it apart again and checking everything is correctly in place to see if that fixes it.
thanks