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PS4 Controller model CUH-ZCT1. Released in November 2013 by Sony Computer Entertainment, this six-axis, 3.7 V lithium ion battery controller is uncomplicated to repair. (NOTE: Teardown guide is NOT for this model)

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Is my left stick broken, or is it dust?

So, lately, I’ve been having an issue with my PS4 controller. I think it’s broken, because when I stand idle in a game, the controller moves my character up/forward without me moving the left analog stick. This happens in short stutters, and no matter how many times I click my left stick, it always happens again. I’ve had this issue before, and it got worse to the point where it was unplayable. If you can offer a fix, I would greatly appreciate it.

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I have the reverse of this issue XD, my analog stick stutters when I try to move forwards with a character, sometimes with no movement at all. I took my controller apart and it worked fine then but once the controller is put back together is starts stuttering again

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Cleaning is required

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The said issue/problem occurs when too much dirt/dust gets accumulated in analog stick. There are two options to resolve the issue :

1) Spray WD-40 Liquid on the Analog Stick, and rotating it in all direction so that entire area is covered and clean of dust.

2) (Please try only if you are willing to so) Disassemble the DS4 and clean the interior with rubbing alcohol.

Option one should resolve your issue.

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Or the third option is to replace the whole joystick via micro-soldering.

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Yes, But cleaning can be a cheaper fix.

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