Introduction
Follow this guide to replace the joysticks in your Sony DualSense Edge controller.
If your joysticks are drifting, sticking, unresponsive, or moving erratically, it might be time to swap them out.
Tools
-
-
Place the controller on a work surface with the joysticks facing down.
-
Use a spudger or your finger to slide the Release tab to the left. The front trim should fall to the table.
-
Lift the controller up, leaving the front trim on the table.
-
-
-
Flip the controller over so the joysticks are facing up.
-
Lift the metal lever that holds the joystick in place until the joystick slides out slightly.
-
Slide the joystick out from its slot.
-
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
