FAQs "What tools do you recommend for maintenance or repair?" Tweezers, Philips screwdriver PH#00X50, compressed air or air compressor, 99% isopropyl alcohol, and microfiber cloths. These tools will fix most if not all problems with these controllers unless you need to buy a new part. "Where can I buy new parts?" This is up to you. The cheapest option is more than likely on Ali Express, but the shipping is horrendous--like a few weeks to a month. EBay is another option if you are able to find a seller in your location. EBay is more expensive, but you can get what you need within a week or sooner possibly. "How do I know if I'm getting the right part?" On your motherboard there should be something that looks like JDM-0XX. The "XX" are placeholders for numbers such as "40" or "30". Just type into Google, "DS4 controller [insert part] JDM-0XX". Some parts are the same across different versions of the controller such as analog sticks. If you're still unsure, then compare the part with the picture of the listing.

@BossFightsArchive

5 жыл бұрын

Hello Alex, please help me out here man. I bought a new controller, not even up to 2 weeks old and i'm having this similar issues. It just happened to be dead out of a sudden. I plug it on charge, it shows the yellow light, charges, then i press the PS still while on charge, it connects well, but as soon as i plug out the USB charger, it becomes dead. I press the PS button and nothing happens. It only works while connected to the USB, and not wireless.

@sinvegas7023

5 жыл бұрын

Thabsk got it fixed. Might need some compressed air for a stuicky button on xbox

@brysonroberson6951

4 жыл бұрын

My controller only flashes yellow once then won’t turn on how would I fix this or what do you think is wrong with it

@muhacodelitty2055

3 жыл бұрын

scroo

@chrisv.6951

3 жыл бұрын

My right toggle was drifting so u took it apart and cleaned. I put it back together it fixed the drift. And it works. But it doesn't light up and it doesn't seem to charge now

You saved my life man, was so confused on how to fix my controller charging isusse and you're the only one who told me to check the ps4 button, thank you and great job on organizing the whole video

don't tell me show me. Don't skip the video my dude

You're a lifesaver! I was stuck for so long trying to figure out how to get my ps4 controller to talk to my ps4 again (it worked fine with my laptop when plugged in). All the guides I found online just said the same thing, 'press and hold the playstation button', with various useless suggestions like trying a different cord etc... Replaced the conductive film today and it's working again, actually turned my ps4 on while I was fixing it as I accidentally must have pressed the ps button xD

@Alex-vi5kp

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it worked!

@dollydimple83

2 жыл бұрын

It didn't work

@68Tempest86

2 жыл бұрын

@@dollydimple83 It did for me. Perhaps your controller has a different issue?

Hi guys, my issue was very similar with only one difference, my ps4 would randomly turn on during the night which along with info from this video led me to believe there was an intermittent ps button problem. I followed the instructions up to the point of inspecting the connector film. I noticed some minor marking. I cleaned the film with a cotton tip and tested. This seems to have fixed my problem. I have reassembled My controller and the problem has been fixed. Thanks Alex.

Iv got the same problem and I'd came to the same conclusion so it's nice to find somebody else with the same problem. I did get the blue light to flash once but that was it.

Thanks man! The blue light came back to life!

Yo bro I don't know if you'll ever see this but you saved me $60😭🙏🏽I can't thank you enough man I was doing surgery on my controller for 2 hours and it worked..you Def gained a sub bro..

I would just like to say thanks for your problem solving skills! It saved me tons of time and money and I had the same issue and ordered the same part and now it works fine! £50 saved

@Alex-vi5kp

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@vikneshvenga

5 жыл бұрын

Where did u order it from ?

@edy0787

5 жыл бұрын

@@vikneshvenga ebay

So thanks for the massive help bro! This made my controller that was unable to connect to my ps4 usable now. I was this close to straight trashing it when I couldn't get it to work on the computer. But once I get my new graphics card, I can play with my computer set up on the controller that is no longer usable for the bluetooth connection ha

Thanks man! I could do it by connecting it with DS4. Although my laptop crashed but it started again! Thumbs up!

This is very helpful! After replacing the left analog stick part, my ps button is intermittently being recognized to my ps4(When it is recognized, it works perfectly fine.). I'm going to re-inspect the conductive (also bluetooth wire line on the pcb) and clean them with pure alcohol. If issue still persist, will replace the conductive film.

Thank you very much. I was really mad until I watch u video and can fix my controller I wish u all the best

Dang watched the whole video and this video was the only one that helped me with the same issue.

you just save a gamers life.. you gained a follower thanks man

This was insanely helpful. I have the exact same issue and tried troubleshooting like you did. I was 90% sure the PS button was the issue. Took it apart, cleaned it and all that. I didn't go so far as to replace the film, but that's now my next step. Thanks.

@Alex-vi5kp

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

@pipedupprod

4 жыл бұрын

Where can i get that part and whats the name for it ?

Omg thank you soooooo much if Been wanting to fix my controller for do long and I finally figured it out thank you

thorough..best tutorial out.informative ive learned something today thank u

This was my problem my film wasnt lined up with my home button thanks my guy saved me a purchase 💯

This is awesome, problems fixed thanks Buddy...

Well i hope this works and fix my dead controller which had the exact same issue from a year ago and i just told myself that it's dead, this video is light of hope now

Amazing work. Cheers

Thank you sooo much. This actually worked! You’re a lifesaver. Grinding Cold War 😤😤😤

@sammierrs1

3 жыл бұрын

I’m trying to play Cold War but my controller just meet up

THANKS BRO Replaced the film from a different controller to my broken controller which wouldnt turn on and it worked perfectly. Had the same problem, PS button wernt working, replaced film, boom, working. THANKS AGAIN

Thank you very much bro , worked like magic , pad fixed 100%

i had the same issue, exactly the same, PS button issue, not responsive, DS4Windows confirmed that its the PS button, then i ordered a new conductive film, replaced the old one...annnd its works !!! BIG THANK YOU

Similar condition with mine controller. This video was helpful.

This video actually really helped me. My controller was flashing a BLUE light 6 TIMES. It also PULSED an ORANGE light when I plugged it in. I tried resetting the controller and thought that I did the pairing mode thing. My controller would flash the blue light whenever I pressed the PS button, but wouldn't connect to the console. I ended up using a second controller to go into the bluetooth settings and removing the broken controller from the list, and then holding the share and ps button until it blinked white. I then went into the controller settings and I saw a new controller to pair. And boom, finally my controller would connect, and it ended up being a SOFTWARE issue. I only say that last part because I swapped out about ever part imaginable (including the conductive film) and the controller would still not connect. Thank you.

@mr.schaeffer5399

3 жыл бұрын

Mine does that but only in usb cable in some games like horizon zero dawn, days gone but in bluetooth is connecting properly.

thanks man...this vid saved my controller

Worked for me, thanks a lot

I love this guy man, perfectly straight though

This is exactly what my controller started to do today. Would love to see a vid on how you replace the conductive film.

@frustration3263

2 жыл бұрын

Very easy, it comes off and you just pull through the slots, and replace the same way, just have to insert at an angle

Plug it into the usb and hit the reset button on the back. Then hit the ps button while it's still plugged in. Worked for me

Thank u man u make my day

Thanks a bunch ,this really helped.

@Alex-vi5kp

2 жыл бұрын

No worries!

Thank you so much!!!!

thank u, I really appreciate this video

Bro you are an absolute genius....I have been combing KZread since last week (posted on the 01/10/19). And the issue I have is the exact same one with this one on here. Unfortunately, I live in a crappy country (Nigeria) and I don't have a way of getting the conductive film ordered. You are doing some great detective stuff with these tech stuff....you are a gift to the world my good man....cheers. SUBBED!

Thank you for your help

Thanks a lot! 👍

Thankyou so much Bro

Thx this really helped My problem was the ps button

Thank you this was really helpful!!!!!!

@Alex-vi5kp

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

The same problem i have a broken ps button.And it did happen after i used it with ds4windows. Thanks for the help.

Think u so much bruhh i was so desperate

Ur the best man

Thank you so much

Thaaaaaaank you You saved me i have the same isuue and nobody could help me Thanks a million bro

thank you so much

Mine does the same thing! It's been tormenting me to figure out what's wrong with it for over a year! I never would have suspected the PS button or the conductive film, controller was gently used and never got dirty. But now it makes sense because before mine was doing what you show in the video, I could get it connect only by rapidly pressing a bunch of buttons, but even then it was like half of the button presses wouldn't register when using it. So it makes sense the film part was going bad. Very weird issue considering it'll work with another device but not with the PS4 when this happens.

Amazing! I have the same failure mode. I didn't suspect that part. I wonder why that won't allow controller to turn on.

Thanks, Man!

@Greatness.

4 жыл бұрын

What is the blue thingy called how did you do it?

This didn't fix my issue but now I know how to turn my controller into a vibrator

@starlordgirl28

5 жыл бұрын

Totally thought the same thing. Lmao

Thanks bro

Yup that’s the problem. Dropped mine in the toilet, hard to explain but cleaned it got a new battery and the yellow light comes on then it does. Checked the conductive film and the connection is fried. Thanks !

@Alex-vi5kp

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help!

Thanx a lot man Tho I have similar issue and honestly I don't really know who to trust on the fixing

i haven't yet tried the film fix but of all the videos i've researched your problems and errors seam to be exactly the same so i'll try to find the film too bad i'm in Ethiopia a country where you can't find things like that or even order online but i'll try my luck finding a broken controller i can switch the film with but thanks so much for the fight!!

@abeltsegayeSIMPLE

4 жыл бұрын

i also subscribed to say thank you!

@Alex-vi5kp

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Good luck on your search!

Thanks for the video. Just FYI if the orange light only blinks once, it's because the controller is fully charged :-).

@Alex-vi5kp

5 жыл бұрын

Yea I figured that out lol

@dark5644

5 жыл бұрын

i have the same problem 2 @Mabsar Karim

@SRLula79

5 жыл бұрын

Mabsar Karim same here blink 1 time orange

@LNJMultimediA

5 жыл бұрын

@@SRLula79 how did you fix it

@LNJMultimediA

5 жыл бұрын

But it still doesn't connect. Wirelessly how do you fix that

I had the same thing happen. Any idea where one buys film replacements? I assume there are diff variations based on build date. Nice troubleshooting video, well done.

cheers pal

You are the best tutor - your speak your description is very great - thanks man 😀😁 - the best for me is your TIME STAMPS description dude.

@Alex-vi5kp

5 жыл бұрын

I try to make my videos as convient as possible. I’m glad I can help!

Same exact problem fixed it on my own though still thank you

I know how to fix it! (At least it worked for me) I unplugged my ps4 completely so it couldn’t turn on, and plugged it back in again. Once I turned the ps4 back on, I plugged in the usb cord and the controller and it worked for me.

@hejdjsbebebebeidueysspxkcm7399

5 жыл бұрын

presley at the disco holy fuck.... it worked.

@xrinnegan

5 жыл бұрын

@@hejdjsbebebebeidueysspxkcm7399 lol

@Tuahid

5 жыл бұрын

hejdjsbebebebeidueysspxkcmfn mfncmdndbcbdbrbbrkew wait. Did it actually??😂😂

Thanks! Mine was doing the exact same and this helps, now works, Mine was part of the film near power button looked smudgy, cleaned and worked.. Except my L2 isnt working now -,-

@folkstogswag8245

2 жыл бұрын

i know this comment is old but did you unscrew the controller then clean the button?

@frustration3263

2 жыл бұрын

@@folkstogswag8245 yeah took apart and cleaned the flex ribbon with a q-tip and it sorted the issue

@frustration3263

2 жыл бұрын

@@folkstogswag8245 I think in the end I ended up buying a new ribbon thing, was only a few pound and worked like new

@folkstogswag8245

2 жыл бұрын

@@frustration3263 Did you use alcohol with the q-tip?

@frustration3263

2 жыл бұрын

@@folkstogswag8245No but isopropyl alcohol is fine to use

Thanks, thats working...

@beezybeats420

3 жыл бұрын

Hard reset your PlayStation

Do not take your PS4 controller apart!! Turn your PS4 on and connect the controller to the USB and press the PS button + Share button at the same time and it fixed my the issue for me. The ps4 has to be on for you to start the button process on the controller. I just fixed mine.

For me it was the exact problem which is mentioned in the video. For me i found the dirty place or burned maybe, cleaned it, pressed with screwdriver and it worked. So if nothing works, it could be the problem guys. Clean it or buy new one. Cheers

@Alex-vi5kp

4 жыл бұрын

Nice!

Hello Alex, thank you for your video. My controller was completely dead, i went step by step using your video. I got the blue light to turn on through Ds4 windows. The only difference was that my PS button brought up a window on the laptop when i pressed it compared to yours that did not. Could the issue be the same as yours? Thanks.

Your meant to show how to replace the film 😂😂

What a guy 😊

Wow thanks u my mum just got me a new controller and it was doing the same thing

thx 3$ fix.

Yo Man, thank you so much!! The pairing method worked for me

Lots and lots of blessings dear...you saved my money..i was very upset what to do..ps4 experts said controller is dead...then i found your video and my controller is saved now...god bless dear ...but one question after changing the film controler is working in menu but now working in game i have to desconnect it from quick menu then press ps button then it connects...any solution for this sir?

5:37....”and nothing connects; god damn it” I swear I laughed my ass off. Great video

For me, the only solution that actually worked was deleting all bluetooth dualshock 4 devices that have been sinced through the bluetooth devices settings in playstation while using a secondary working dualshock 4 controller. I had to go to Bluetooth devices using a secondary working dualshock 4 device. Then, I deleted all the connected dualshock 4 controllers, excluding the one being used. After that I held the malfunctioning dualshock 4 controller's ps plus share button (without a USB connection) until it was in sinc mode. Once in sinc mode, I waited until the dualshock 4 controller shows on the bluetooth devices list. Once it was shown on the bluetooh devices list, I used my functioning dualshock 4 controller to enter that enlisted dualshock, and I pressed the options (select button) connected it from there (wirelessly) and voila it worked. So, the whole issue for me was a system syncing error issue rather than a controller reseting issue. This happened due to the fact that the PS4 controller was connected to a different ps4 system, and after switching back to the previous ps4 console. Reseting the ds4 didn't work. Only removing the sinced controller error and resinking it using a secondary controller worked for me. I hope Sony fixes this sincing error issue, especially for those who don't have a secondary ds4 controller. If this solution didn't work, this means that the battery needs replacement. Best of luck 👍

Hi Alex ! Thanks for your video, my controller still works (though input is lagging) all buttons seem to be working and it does still power on, however it won't charge. It's a 20th century from a few years ago, I never used an original cable to charge and have used several power sources. Do you think the battery got fried?

@Alex-vi5kp

5 жыл бұрын

Yea it’s a possibility because using different cables at different voltages or current values that are not standard can degrade the battery over time.

Solved the issue

Had the same issue. My fix was making sure the blue film on the front of the controller was lined up with the contact for the circuit board on the back it was not lined up after I took it apart the first time. It being slightly off was my issue.

Where do u buy your conductive film for the controller? What website do you use?

so i found something, if you connect the controller to a charging port or anything that makes the light light and disconnect the battery and connect it again. the controller would start charging but once you restart it or disconnect it, the problem would be back any thoughts?

Man, you rule! I had the same problem a few months ago, then you posted a solution :) It works like a charm now.

@Alex-vi5kp

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to help :)

@bionicsein3182

5 жыл бұрын

@@Alex-vi5kp where can i buy that conductive film ? .. i am in kenya if you could share a link it will help me a alot thanks

Thank you!!! I have the exact same problem with my controller. Where did you order the part from? And whats the part number?

@Alex-vi5kp

5 жыл бұрын

I usually use Ebay. I also buy more than one because I fix multiple controllers and buying wholesale is worth discount and shipping. But if you're willing to buy from China, then it will be roughly $2 but you would have to wait a month before getting it. But if you buy it from the states it would be roughly $5, and you'll get it within a week. As for the part number, there are two different types: JDM-030, JDM-040. If your controller is like the one in this video, then get JDM-040. If your controller has two pieces instead of one, then get JDM-030. The best way is to take apart your controller and just see which one yours is and just compare it to the ones online. In no way am I sponsored by these links... JDM-040 (US): www.ebay.com/itm/JDM-040-Conductive-Film-Buttons-Repair-Part-For-PS4-Controller-DualShock-US/352275909342?hash=item520547cade:g:nqQAAOSwYGBZjBsM JDM-0XX (China): www.ebay.com/itm/Replacement-Buttons-Ribbon-Circuit-Board-For-PS4-Controller-Conductive-Film-CA/183421873338?hash=item2ab4cbacba:m:mFwna8PJqE-7cfhCHaS_OTQ

I have this same problem but answer this oki. If the power button is not working then y when I connect the usb cable then try pressing the the same button then that’s when it works? Because I’m having the same issue rn as I’m here. Plz I’m so confuse tbh

I’m going to try that. Thank you!! Every other damn video I watched, “Press the reset button. Plug it into your PS4, and you’re golden, bro-chacho!!”. Fucking obnoxious... So thank you for actually TAKING TIME to explain!! >M

@erfan8200

3 жыл бұрын

Did it work :)) ?

@ComatoseMN

3 жыл бұрын

@@erfan8200 It did indeed!!

@folkstogswag8245

2 жыл бұрын

Did you unscrew the controller and clean the button or you just cleaned it itself without unscrewing

Do you have a video on how to change the film?

For Full Detail pls see kzread.info/dash/bejne/eJp4mqmnnKu8hbA.html

you can easily check the ps controller button by connecting it to your pc and go to control panel then to device and printer ,you can check there all ps4 hand bouton .

@Alex-vi5kp

3 жыл бұрын

Yes you are right!!

Hello I have a controller with no light at all but when I connect it to the PC it comes up and I check all the bottom and it works perfect I even play a game on my PC I also put in a new film but no luck at all can you help me with this?

My controller blinks yellow/orange (charging color) 3 times rapidly every time I, Press the PS button, Press the reset button, and plug a charger in while its connected to the PS4 or wall. The issue is I spilled a drink (choccy milk) and some of it got on my controller and leaked in through most of the gaps and buttons :/ when I first spilled my drink on it it still worked but the buttons were not responding, so I cleaned all the buttons and the conductive film and the buttons worked again but then out of nowhere my controller stopped responding, and started doing this Orange triple flash problem. Idk what to do, I don't think cleaning the parts again would help.

Hi I have the same orange light problem. But when I press ps button & share button together for some time, the controller resets(blinking white) ie ps button is ok. Do you it can be the same problem if my controller is resetting.

I'm trying to do this because my other controller has issues with the left analog stick and wont work when i press up. So I was gonna switch those to circuits but you never show how to do that. How do i get these things switched?

I'm commenting this in August 2022. My controller was behaving in a similar way described here: Turn on the PS, controller was blinking yellow once and it wasn't working. Furthermore, pressing the PS button caused the controller to blink white several times which was the signal that the battery is nearly dead. After browsing multiple places, I found out the solution in my case which was TOTALLY UNRELATED... I downloaded DS4Windows, a piece of software which lets you test your controller on PC. This told me my controller was actually at 100% battery, fully charged. And all buttons were working, too... Then what I actually did was to boot in safe mode (long press the power button) and do "Restore Default Settings" - this will remove your PSN account logged in session (you have to login back and games are safe no worries) and reset your internet connection settings. Because that was my ultimate issue - the internet connection settings. The PS was trying to reconnect to my 5GHZ WIFI connection and was failing in a matter of moments causing my controller to become dead AGAIN. So there are two workarounds: If your router is dual band, use the 2.4GHZ connection instead (my approach). Use a LAN cable instead. I hope this helps... And thanks Sony for wasting 4h of my time troubleshooting after your crappy updates.

Please I need help I bought this controller now and working fine wired in ds4 and control panel but when I connect it with Bluetooth from windows settings doesn't show up in ds4 and control panel and also when it's wired doesn't change light color always orange I need help

hey where would you get a relpacement film for that specific model?? PLEASE REPLY

my light will go on for like 20 seconds like its charging and then it will just go off...any ideas?

@GHOST-ib9qv

4 жыл бұрын

Same. did find a way to you fix it?

@jaypressinn

4 жыл бұрын

R2B2SW sameeee like when I try to log into my account it turns off and tells me to turn it back on

@bandreicatalin

4 жыл бұрын

@Zac Ballarin It's most likely the Circuit Ribbon shown at 11:00, i have the same issue, light goes off after i plug it in. Gonna buy one from AliExpress for 2 dollars and see if it works the only downside is that it arrives in 30-60 days

@Foreverdukrazyy

4 жыл бұрын

@Zac Ballarin for real

@KL-zt6jx

4 жыл бұрын

@@bandreicatalin Did that work btw? I'd love to hear the result.

Do you know what the problem is with controllers not charging anymore after connecting to the ps4? Problem started yesterday tried about 5 chargers and even a new controller but nothing works

Great video. Where do you order your parts from?

@Alex-vi5kp

3 жыл бұрын

Depends. Ebay or Alibaba. I would go based on what's local to save on shipping lead times.

@PapaGleb

3 жыл бұрын

@@Alex-vi5kp I have tried ebay but all or most of the parts are as cheap as can be and the ones advertised as OEM are cheap replicas. I have been trying to find a source of good or genuine parts which is surprisingly harder than I thought. Thanks for the reply.

@Alex-vi5kp

3 жыл бұрын

@@PapaGleb yea that’s might be a tough one. Idk if Sony is the type of company that sells OEM parts or believes in “right to repair”. Tbh they probably outsource it to China anyway for economical reasons. Anyway, you can try to buy broken controllers to get a genuine one, but I don’t know if that would be worth it monetarily.

@PapaGleb

3 жыл бұрын

@@Alex-vi5kp yea your right. It makes sense why I am unable to find a source. Guess I’ll trial and error until I find a good quality parts. I know the sticks Sony and all console makers use are from Alps Alpine and those I ordered directly from Alps’ distributor but that is the only part that I could find the actual manufacturer lol. Iv always loved electronics and electronic repairs but it never made sense until just very recently and I got into it. Alex thank you very much for your time and replies. It’s so great watching videos but then when you have e a question no one ever replies. I get it the bigger the channel the most questions making it impossible to answer all but I’m still stuck with an unanswered question lol. Thanks again !!!

@Alex-vi5kp

3 жыл бұрын

@@PapaGleb yea no problem! I try my best to keep up with the comments. Good luck with your search!!

Video title is 100% false. The Yellow light is CLEARLY staying on, not turning off. Why did you even name the video that? To confuse ppl? This is nothing like my problem. My problem is that it won't connect, and when I plug in a USB the yellow light comes on for a split second and then goes back off, and won't come on again unless you unplug the USB and plug it back in, at which time it just does the same thing.

@inactive9369

3 жыл бұрын

Bro i have the same exact problem, also when i press the pin thingy in the back it turns orange and then goes, is urs like this too? And have u found a fix :( ?

@skins4thewin

3 жыл бұрын

@@inactive9369 Turns out my system simply locked up & was causing the controller not to function right. I had to power cycle the system, losing a few hours worth of game progress in the process. :/

@inactive9369

3 жыл бұрын

@@skins4thewin will i have to do this too? How do i? And is there any other fix :(

@inactive9369

3 жыл бұрын

@@skins4thewin it happened to both my controllers on same day so im guessing we have the same issue with the console, also one of my controller seems to be much worse, yesterday it was constantly vibrating and had a bright green color on the light

@inactive9369

3 жыл бұрын

@@skins4thewin please help bro, none of these videos working

which direction did you unscrew the back case?