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How to Fix a Jammed X Button on a PS3 Controller

The controller for your PlayStation 3 gaming console features a number of buttons. Some of the most frequently used buttons are the action buttons located on the right side of the controller. There are four buttons, each marked with shapes. One of the main action buttons is the "X" button, located on the bottom of the action button panel. If this button gets stuck you can open up the controller and pop it back out.

Things You'll Need

Small Phillips head screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Turn off your PS3 and unplug the controller from the port on the front of the console.
- 2
  Turn the controller over and remove the five screws along the edges of the back of the controller.
- 3
  Pull the two halves of the controller apart and set the back half aside. The motherboard can now be seen in the front half.
- 4
  Remove the single screw in the center of the motherboard. Lift the motherboard up to expose the rear of the button pad. Press the "X" button down to pop it back in place.
- 5
  Replace the motherboard and tighten the screw. Replace the back housing and five screws.

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