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Repair and support for the controllers that shipped with the PS3. Released in November 2007 (Japan only) and 2008 (other countries), the six-axis lithium battery powered controller (CECHZC2) is straightforward to repair.

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Why are the R1 and R2 buttons not responding?

I bought a few brand new PS3 controllers from Amazon. Two came in a pack and one works fine. The other one works fine except for the R1 and R2 buttons. The buttons aren't broken, and when I took it apart, I tried using the sensors to push the buttons and it didn't work. I did the same for the L triggers and it did work, so I know it's supposed to work. All the connections and ribbons look fine, and it's brand new, so it's clean inside. The sensor pads and everything look fine, too. I don't know what else to do. Any advice?

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Hi!

I would return it for warranty and get yourself a new one. If they are brand new, they should replace the controller!

Most likely caused by the circuit button membrane. Replacing this could solve it! But again, just get yourself a new one with warranty!

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That's what I was planning to do if I couldn't fix it myself. If it requires replacing something then I'm just going to try to return it. Thanks!

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My pleasure! Yes, the button membrane circuit need to be replaced to get it working. Have a nice day!!

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