What lubricant does Sony use for the PS3 analog stick?
My warranty has expired on my controllers, and I'm looking to take them apart and replace the lubricant since they are sticking/squeaky. I would like to use the best lubricant for this which is why I'm wondering what lubricant Sony uses?
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For my ps2 controllers I used rubbing alcohol to fix that issue. They both work great and I have had the same system and controllers since 1998.(Still use today)
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How do you lubricate a ps3 joystick?
your best bet for a long lasting quick fix, open it up and put a drop or 2 of vegetable cooking oil inside each of the analog enclosures. once done spin the analogs around a few times.How do you lubricate an analog stick?
I just used one similar to WD-40 and the results are fantastic. Just spray a single quick shot on the top of the stick (make sure it reaches the internals), and wiggle it in circular directions for a minute. I also used a dust-remover spray to remove lubricant excess...let it sit for 5 minutes to "dry" and that's it!How do you fix a sticky analog stick on ps3?
You can either use rubbing wipes or clean clothes to fix the stiffness. Instead of using clean clothes, some people prefer rubbing alcohol wipes to help reduce stiffness. With new controllers, these new joysticks may have to loosen up after a few days of use.How to Fix Analog Drift or Analog Stutter on PS3 / PS4 / PS5 Controller (Cleaning Solution)
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I just used one similar to WD-40 and the results are fantastic.
Just spray a single quick shot on the top of the stick (make sure it reaches the internals), and wiggle it in circular directions for a minute.
I also used a dust-remover spray to remove lubricant excess...let it sit for 5 minutes to "dry" and that's it!
All functional again! Give it a try!
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