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Valve Steam Controller, released November 10th 2015. Model 1001.

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Button stuck down how can I clean this

I have sibling who spilt coke on my controller everything else works except b button is stuck how can i clean it the easiest .

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two options.

the best of them is to open it up, and clean it out by disassembling it, then scrubbing it with a 99% isopropyl, and a toothbrush.

the other option is to spray it with a deoxidizing electronics cleaner, and let it soak, then scrub the button with the same isopropyl stated above.

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Thanks this fixed my controller and buying 99% isopropyl is cheaper then a new controller

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happy to have helped. i do this every day for my customers. saves a lot of money than replacing.

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First, you should do the obvious; if you haven't already you should wiggle the button around in order to get it loose. I'd also blow it out with canned air, you should be doing this on a regular basis anyway.

If all else fails, you may have to disassemble the controller and clean it from the inside.

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I've disassembled mine and found the rubber tactile mesh has snapped :(

Can't find a way to buy spares anywhere...

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