Xbox Controller Stick Drift Repair

Today, we are going through the process of fixing an Xbox controller stick drift. I've had four of these things go bad on me, so I'm going to void my warranty on this one to show you how to fix it.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:46 The Issue
02:04 Right to repair & PSA
02:34 Under warranty
04:09 Tools and equipment
04:38 Test the controller
05:27 Remove side panels
06:39 Remove the visible screws
07:29 Hidden screw (Warning - Voids Warranty)
09:56 Remove back & front plates
10:30 Try these first
11:06 Repair
14:18 Clean with Isopropyl alcohol
18:36 Put controller back together
18:46 Reattach front plate
19:04 Back Plate & battery prongs
20:31 Replace hidden screw and sticker
21:42 Replace visible screws
24:13 Replace side panels
24:56 Insert battery, cover & test
25:30 Xbox Accessories App Recalibration
28:04 In-game test - FF16
29:48 Wrap up
30:28 Outro