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Replacing the
analog stick module (joystick) on a PS5 DualSense controller requires some
technical skill, soldering, and the right tools. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Tools &
Materials Needed:
Replacement PS5
analog stick module (compatible with DualSense)
Soldering iron
(preferably with adjustable temperature)
Solder wire
& flux
Desoldering
pump or solder wick
Screwdriver set
(Phillips #00 & Torx T8)
Tweezers or
small pliers
Spudger or
plastic opening tool
Heat gun
(optional, for stubborn solder)
Step-by-Step
Guide:
1. Disassemble
the Controller
Remove the four
screws (under the handle grips) using a Torx T8 screwdriver.
Pry open the
controller carefully using a spudger (start from the bottom).
Disconnect the
battery cable (important to avoid short circuits).
Remove the
trigger springs & motor cables (take a photo for reassembly reference).
Unscrew the
mainboard (Phillips #00) and lift it carefully.
2. Remove the
Old Analog Stick Module
The analog
stick module is soldered to the mainboard with 6 pins (3 per side).
Desolder the
connections:
Apply flux to
the solder joints.
Heat each pin
with the soldering iron and use a desoldering pump or solder wick to remove
solder.
Gently wiggle
the module out once all pins are free.
3. Install the
New Analog Stick Module
Place the new
module in the same orientation as the old one.
Solder each pin
carefully (avoid bridging connections).
Ensure the
module sits flush with the board.
4. Reassemble
the Controller
Reattach the
mainboard and screw it in.
Reconnect the
battery, triggers, and motor cables.
Snap the
controller halves back together.
Screw in the
four Torx T8 screws.
5. Test the
Controller
Power on the
PS5 and check:
Joystick
movement (no drift or sticking).
Button
functionality.
Tips:
If you're
inexperienced with soldering, practice on old electronics first.
Some
replacement modules come pre-calibrated; others may need firmware updates
(rare).
If drift
persists, check for debris or consider replacing the module again.
