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My controller isn't turning on and is showing a dim light when I click

I have the Xbox one controller model 1537 I believe. Its not wanting to turn on and shows a dim light. If I plug It in or out a battery pack in and click the middle button it shows a dim light that varies on how bright it wants to be. After that it instantly turns off if you release your finger from the button.

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Have you tried another battery? If the battery is starting to go flat it will cause the controller to do that.

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Yes I've tried different batteries, battery packs, and even a cord. I thought it was that at first.

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Shim the little metal flap on the back of the battery pack. This pushes it out so it makes a solid connection to the row of pins on the controller. I used a flat blade and pried it out a little and shimmed with folded aluminum foil. Has worked for a week without issues.

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