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Jez Corden

How to fix Xbox Elite Controller (Series 2) sticky bumpers yourself

Xbox Elite Controller without faceplate.

The Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 is a near-perfect gamepad that incorporates monster battery life, back paddles, a charging dock, and many more great features that make it hard to quit. Sadly, Microsoft itself may force you to quit on this controller after 6-12 months.

Amazon recently revealed that the Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 is a frequently returned item. I discovered this when I myself was looking for a replacement, since my bumpers on my Elite Controller no longer work — a common defect.

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