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Introduction
Is your controller aiming moving on it's own? Did your character starts to run in circle when you try to run straight? It's possible you are having analog stick drift on your PS5 controller.
This guide details how to repair the stick drift issue in a DualSense PlayStation 5 controller.
Same as all controllers, PS5 controller drifting issues are caused by physical damage, simple wear, tear due to regular use and gunk or grease (Yes, your sweaty hands), This guide details how to fix the PlayStation 5 DualSense Controller V1 stick drift.
Yes, open up a controller sounds like a drag, it is much more easier when you just get a new one. Repairing your controller not only save you $70+ buckbucks, but also reduce E-waste. Beside you don't need a lots of knowledge you fix stick drift, my guide provided a step-by-step repair. Just follow my guide and your favorite controller can last a couple more years
Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
This guide only apply to controller with gunk or grease that causes stick drift.
If you are still having problems after following all the step of this guide, your controller probably have another issue.
Please checkout out other iFixit repair guides, such as [guide|142488|replacing the entire Joystick|new_window=true].
Hope you find this guide helpful and may your controller last forever!