I bought a faulty Nintendo Wii Remote (Wiimote) off eBay that doesn't power on, Can I Fix It?

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4 жыл бұрын

In this video, I've bought something else faulty off eBay and I'm going to try my best to fix it.
This one is a Nintendo Wii Remote that has battery corrosion and doesn't power on. Will I be able to fix it, or will there be anything else wrong with it?!
Hope you enjoy!
Steve
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@cavjjunior 2 жыл бұрын

Wiimotes fix are still a mystery. 100 videos teaching how to rub alcohol and this is one of the 2 i found where a multimeter is used. Thanks for this

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carlos! This is quite an old video but I enjoyed doing this one. Shame the music is so loud in it. I would do it differently if I had to do it over again!

@LosGelfos 2 жыл бұрын

Just in case you ever need to fix a wiimote or any other wii controller, there is a wiibrew utility called Visual Controller Test (I noticed that you had the HBC installed) which lets you test every button on several different kinds of controller for the Wii. Could be useful for you in the future.

@bardiyak1155 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this video! Couldn't find anything on anyone actually repairing a Wiimote.

@revelationnow Жыл бұрын

Stez, thats the greatest 'low effort' hot air soldering. Didn't even bother taking it out of the plastic cases. I was totally expecting this to end with "and this is why you should always take the boards out before working on them, kids"

@zeegatorz8581 3 жыл бұрын

That's a Motion plus Adapter that you attach to the bottom of the Remote and it is able to play certain Wii games that require it like Wii Sports Resort.

@RobbieSherman Жыл бұрын

I like that in newer videos you turned the big light on 🙂

@jonaszprzybycien6545 2 жыл бұрын

You probably know this already but it's prudent to use capton tape when delodering fuses/capacitors/etc so that it absorbs heat and makes it harder to accidentialy remoce something you didn't want.

@warpath6666 2 жыл бұрын

That is on my list of things to order next 👍

@LordCeeJay 2 жыл бұрын

Your video production values have improved TREMENDOUSLY these past couple years, that's for sure.

@dodgeplow 2 жыл бұрын

I was just about to comment the same. I only started watching recently and noticed a major increase in the quality.

@LozTacoz 3 жыл бұрын

first method you tried (soldering the little cable) worked for me, appreciate it!

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it worked 👍

@ZealousWins 3 жыл бұрын

For those interested: 6:55

@KorAllRBare 3 жыл бұрын

🐨 A couple of times I used an old tin can "Tin that can be soldered" to fashion a copy of a broken terminal, I used a pair of scissors believe it or not to cut the tin. Just make sure both sides of the tin is conductive, by soldering a blob of solder where the battery contacts the new terminal. APU I dropped a like

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

That is a great idea! I might try that on the next thing with bad terminals 👍

@freakface1234 2 жыл бұрын

So I've bought quite a few of these lately and so far I have a 50/50 chance of repairing most of them. Out of 10 original wii remotes I got 5 working with just a cleanup of contacts and corrosion

@Dukefazon 23 күн бұрын

For battery leakage your best bet is vinegar. But make sure you neutralize the vinegar with baking soda+water solution, rinse off with water and finally apply some alcohol to dissipate water and prevent corrosion. Don't leave vinegar on for too long as it could eat trough factory coatings on metal components.

@the_dark_defender 2 жыл бұрын

So many innuendos in this video I thought it was a Disney movie. Well done. 👍🏻 🤭

@Thebloggermustdie 3 жыл бұрын

Dude, we crated a drinking game about your videos. Every time you mess up we take a shot. We are always Uber drunk around the 15 minutes mark of almost every of your videos. CHEERS

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

Haha. The earlier you go in my videos, the less sober you're going to be! 🍻

@sio2y 3 жыл бұрын

When it didn't work the first or second time, I used all my willpower to avoid looking at how long was left on the video to add to the suspense. Paid off! Did you manage to replace the fuse in the end?

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

I have bought the replacement fuse, but haven't fitted it yet! I've been too busy trying to fix other stuff 😁. I will get round to it though. In the meantime, the black one still works, and I've got the white one waiting for the fuse!

@esmab08 3 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix do you know what model is that fuse? i have a controller with same issue and dont know what to buy in return

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

@@esmab08 Hiya. To be honest, I'm not sure. I just used one off of a donor board. I couldn't find the name of the fuse anywhere online. If you can pick up another cheap broken one, you should be able to swap it over too. Good luck! 👍

@leon1991-oct 4 ай бұрын

Man, i love your videos, seriously!!! This videos are very true, You suffer with this restorations like me hahaha, You are very help for me!!! Greetings from argentina. Keep on!!!

@PapaGleb 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, details and clear but needs another light source :)

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Papa, yeah I've learnt alot since doing this one. I have much better lighting now, and I also don't blast the background music too high! 😁

@PapaGleb 3 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix you know I had a feeling to check your newer videos before mentioning the light lol. I just got into electrical repair so I’ll be watching all your vids as I’m brand new to it. Just got my first soldering iron & hot air station. Fixed kids Wiimote, trying to figure out why grandma’s landline phone won’t power on and PS4 controller next. Very exciting stuff and all so tiny.

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

@@PapaGleb awesome, it's a rewarding hobby that's for sure. It's still very early days for me but i'm learning all the time! Good luck fixing the phone and ps4 controller! 👍

@adambishop5739 Жыл бұрын

can Wii fix it? Yes Wii can! (but we broke something else in the meantime...lol..😂). Excellent video buddy, I really enjoyed this and learned alot!

@AA-xm7rt 21 сағат бұрын

I was asked to repair 22 wii remotes and 12 wii's. They are not worth anything but I took the job (for barely anything xD) Cuz they are fun to repair. Spend all day yesterday and managed to repair 13 so far. I got an ultrasonic so the ones that are repaired now look like new :)

@TheEvilPenguinGamer 3 жыл бұрын

Did you ever find out cause of blue/green stuff in nunchuck connector area? I've seen remotes with that there, but absolutely no sign of corrosion anywhere else. Very odd.

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

Not really, I just put it down to the batteries leaking and dribbling down there, but it does seem odd. Especially if you've seen it with no corrosion elsewhere. Would love to find out what causes it!

@briandavis1847 3 жыл бұрын

What replacement fuse did you buy? My F1 fuse is also bad, not sure what replacement to order.

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

I actually took one from another faulty Wiimote that I picked up (but the fuse was good), so I'm not entirely sure! I did have a look round the Internet forums, and nobody seems to have actually confirmed what the correct Amperage is. I suppose you could try a few surface mount fuses and see if they hold up! Other than that, I don't really know. Sorry! Hope you get it sorted. Steve

@OOOHBILLY 2 жыл бұрын

Nice fix.

@bbvipsaker 3 жыл бұрын

thank you

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

👍 thanks!

@LOrealHardly Жыл бұрын

00:55 "I've got a Wii". " Can I have a P Please Bob?" Me too Steve, me too

@galliforever12 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I checked the voltage of my remote like you did at 10:18, but mine doesnt show 3 volts. its between 0.3-0.5,. What could cause this problem?

@mariguano007 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I have the same problem with the same fuse... I jumped the fuse and it worked perfectly.... What are the cons of jumping it? I just tried but I'm not sure if I can use it in that way...

@StezStixFix 4 жыл бұрын

The only downside really, is that the fuse must have blown for a reason. And by jumping it you remove the protection it provides. So, something else on the board might blow instead...

@briandavis1847 3 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix any thoughts on why jumping it with the tweezers didn't work? I have what appear to be the same tweezers, my volt meter says 000 resistance between the two tweezer tips, but (like in your video) I also cannot temporarily jump the F1 fuse with the tweezers.

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

@@briandavis1847 Good question. I haven't really thought about it since, but you're right. I just put it down to my tweezers, when I was doing the video, but thinking about it now, it really should have worked. I should probably have tried to jump the pads after taking the fuse off the board. Not sure whether the fuse was interfering in some way? Not too sure!

@KRIS__B Жыл бұрын

Hello Thanks for the tutorial, I have to try it, although it's strange because no button reacts to switching on except sync (after pairing the buttons, the sensor works). Unfortunately, I have to pair every time, so I have 2 questions: 1. Have you had or heard of such a case? 2. Do you know where to get a set of battery springs for the remote, as you know, the most common problem with the wii remote is leaking batteries, corrosion, etc. and I can't find the parts anywhere unless I type something wrong hmmm I have a couple of wiimots without springs, I got these:\

@logothaironsides2942 5 ай бұрын

Ive tried 2 of these so far from ebay spare or repair . Neither has been fixable. Corrosion and weird bodge fixes. They were quite useful for victims though as I am learning soldering and chip removing and replacing.

@dubuahm 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, I'm from Mexico, I don't understand English, but I'm using Google's translator. What I want to know is if you can tell me where I can get the repair schematics for the Wii Remote.??? has a new subscriber and thank you very much for the video I hope it helps me I'm going to try to repair my Wii remote that I have that do not work thank you very much greetings from Mexico.!

@mishanamithabkasiparsad124 Жыл бұрын

This video was suggested to me but sadly does not address the issue I keep facing, which is the pointer on all my wiimotes stop working.. zero corrosion & IR component seems snugly soldered on, so the search continues

@Dumpzwoah Ай бұрын

I'm trying to repair about 250 wiimotes and one of the more common problems im coming across with some of these is the wiimotes work, but have inverted motion controls. Can you please give me some insight as to how to fix this? Thanks a ton!

@grahambeyer6254 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a new Wii controller not original, it works in the main menu but in the game you can see the cursor, but the buttons dont work, but the buttons work fine in the main menu. I have taken it apart and cleaned with alcohol. Can anyone advise?

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

How odd. I wonder if the Wii knows that it isn't original and blocks the button press in-game? If they work in the main menu, it sounds like its not a hardware issue.

@ryanherrington9267 Жыл бұрын

Good fix steezy not a fan of these consoles there wii-lly crap 😁

@kennethbarker852 2 жыл бұрын

1st class video to watch thank you take care kind regards from me kenneth

@punishrs 3 жыл бұрын

what could be causing my wii remote to have no cursor on screen? it connects to my wii and i can use all the buttons fine, move around, home button all seems fine. its just not showing the cursor (finger pointer) I know my batteries are fine and my sensor bar is fine. I have a 2nd will remote that works fine with the same batteries, and same sensor bar.. any help? thanks.

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

Hi punishrs! Hmm, I'm not entirely sure what would cause no cursor at all, other than a problem with the sensor at the end of the Wiimote, or possibly the black screen in front of it (if it is scratched or dirty). I would take it apart and have a look at the sensor end for any signs of corrosion or dirt, then give it a scrub and see if you get any joy. (The rest of the buttons will work as they connect via Bluetooth to the Wii) Good luck! 👍

@punishrs 3 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix Surprisingly the remote looks new. The front is clean no scratches I don’t understand it. Everything works fine on it except no cursor are use my second remote in the cursor is there. I’ll keep it and may be tearing apart when I move to the Philippines give me something to do when I retire there the end of the year

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

@@punishrs It does sound like the sensor has failed in the wiimote. This would mean that it can't "see" the sensor bar, so it doesn't know that you are pointing at it. Definitely something for you to have a look at in The Philippines! Sounds like the perfect retirement, wish you all the very best 👍

@riparaggi 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Stez! @punishrs I repaired 2 wiimote with buttons working but no cursor on screen. I desoldered the sensor from very corroded wiimote and replaced the original one. In that area (top of controller) rarely you've corrosion which is 99% located in bottom area (from battery connector to nunchuk plug area)

@Allious131 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like some mortal kombat music shyte in the background fam, shyte makes me wanna select liu-kang

@patkelley8293 2 жыл бұрын

All my Wii stuff works but the old battery packs not so much. Can you still find rechargable batteries for the Wii?

@mrh829 Жыл бұрын

Any of those aftermarket "battery packs" were always a complete joke, even when brand new, because they only used batteries rated around 500mAh. Just buy yourself some GOOD rechargeable AA batteries, and you'll be a lot happier. All I use in my Wii remotes to this day are eneloop batteries. The key factor to look for is NiMH batteries that are "low self-discharge" (eneloop is the biggest brand in this category, and they are fantastic, but there are other brands that offer this as well).

@mrfixit8776 Жыл бұрын

So difficult to open mine that the sides developed hairline cracks...Those 2 plastic clips were a PITA. They should've used two more screws instead of the clips. My controller looked new in appearance but the battery corrosion insane. Previous seller who had it before me. Now my sides look partially damaged where the clips are located. Ehh

@VOLTRONDEFENDER4440 Жыл бұрын

That’s a Wii motion plus that attaches to the Wii remote it’s supposed to wiggle!

@CrAzZyTheCodingBoss Жыл бұрын

I'm cringing at 15:20 heat gun against plastic-.... FABULOUS

@LtdResources 2 жыл бұрын

Niiiiiiiiice

@Tink-GB 2 жыл бұрын

Been sat either in a loft or more likely a damp shed no doubt..

@philash824 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t do that with the fuse, I’ll just end up with lost fuses and no hair left on my head because I’ve pulled it all out

@chrisoliver4303 Жыл бұрын

How can I send you an item to fix. (You can make a video and keep the item).

@pintokitkat Жыл бұрын

I know you've bought better lights now, but this video is so dark it would be worth passing it through the video editor again, bumping the brightness up and rendering it again.

@emmanuelmeyermeyer1083 Жыл бұрын

Agree low lighting. Not enough video detail.

@Blurky82 2 жыл бұрын

Trying to follow the video, but the picture/sound is way off, sound is like 5 seconds earlier than the picture. Tried on different devices and browsers but all the same. I don't have this with other youtube video's.. I have a wiimote with the build in motion plus wich also has the battery corrosion problem inside, it can connect to the wii but the 1, 2, +, - and home button all don't work, hope I can fix it..

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I think this video suffered from some of my early editing. I've got better, honest! 😳

@HSRMF 3 жыл бұрын

my wiimote just vibrate when i put battery in ! i don't know what's the problem !?

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

If it vibrates, then it must be getting some power. I'm guessing the lights don't flash? It could be anything, really. Maybe the power isn't getting to the board and you have some corrosion?

@HSRMF 3 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix thank you so much for answering .. it's very clean no corrosion at all , i cleaned it again and put new batteries and it's same , no led on , nothing but the vibration !

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

@@HSRMF no probs. Is it vibrating constantly or just for a second?

@HSRMF 3 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix it's vibrate constantly ..

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

I would guess that the rumble motor is stuck on. Have a look at the rumble and see if you can spot any dull or cracked solder joints, and try reflowing the solder if you are able. If I remember right, the rumble is behind the B trigger. Good luck 👍

@invinceicube2431 Жыл бұрын

If the fuse has 2 volts instead of 2.7 or 3, does that mean it is faulty.

@invinceicube2431 Жыл бұрын

my remote wont turn on, I have 2 of them. One I cant find any problems but somehow accidentally jumped it (I did not know what I did to jump it btw) The other used to be badly corroded and one of the fuses has 1.9/2.0 volts going through it.

@IsaacSF Жыл бұрын

I don't know if it's still useful, but a fuse shouldn't have a voltage. If it has a voltage it means it's open (there is a potential difference between 2 points in the circuit)

@goodfinale 2 жыл бұрын

If I have a broken fuse, I have heard people saying I can bridge it. What does that mean? Do I have to take off the fuse piece and then connect the two solder pads left there by using a wire or a lead from another component? Could it work? Sorry for being so dumb about the topic.

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Leon. It just means bypassing the fuse by running a physical connection. You don't need to remove the fuse, just simply remove the connections by adding a wire between the two points. Good luck 👍

@luiscarlosmarques3946 6 ай бұрын

Vi diversos videos. Só fazem limpar com álcool. Você é o unico que usa um multimetro. Eu limpei os meus dois wii remote control, mas nada de ligar. Vou pesquisar as tensões DC. É complicadonsem um esquema eletrico ou outro wii remote funcionando para comparar as medições.

@007HPeter 2 жыл бұрын

steve's real face 15:14???

@nelsonasenjo2511 3 жыл бұрын

Men I hace the same problem, but I catch problem with the broadcom chip, about soldering balls, I put hot air in the área, and press the chip some seconds and bingo, i'ts working

@cheplays2482 2 жыл бұрын

Goddamn I wish I saw this before tossing one of mine away. 😢

@KB1UIF 2 жыл бұрын

I don't understand your statement "I can't solder metal to metal". That's how soldering works ALWAYS, Metal to metal !!!

@StezStixFix 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I was stupid and still a noob when I did this video. I'm much more competent now 😁

@KB1UIF 2 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix Well you can't be more honest about that. Still an interesting video!! Thanks for the reply.

@gavinli5398 3 жыл бұрын

if the remote power on, but no finger in tv？how to fix ？thank you.

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

Do all the buttons still work, but there is no finger/hand cursor moving on the TV?

@gavinli5398 3 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix Yes, all the button still work, only no finger/hand cursor moving on the TV, but other remote is OK.

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

@@gavinli5398 Have you tried it with a different light sensor bar? That would be the first thing I would try. If still no cursor, then it's possibly the IR blaster inside the wiimote that is at fault.

@gavinli5398 3 жыл бұрын

@@StezStixFix Yes, i tried. But the same.How to replce ir blaster?

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

@@gavinli5398 It's not something I've tried yet. I would first test if there is any infrared signal coming out. Use your phone camera to look at the end of the wiimote (when it is connected to the Wii) where the IR signal is emitted. If you can see the light, then it's working.

@jezquintero7208 3 жыл бұрын

soooo... you just killed the white one for the black housing? to check 1 and 2... just sync wii mote on menu

@StezStixFix 3 жыл бұрын

The white one is still alive. I just 'borrowed' the fuse to confirm the fault.

@stevefox3763 Жыл бұрын

ive just checked my wii motion plus module and the connector seems to have movement in by design. Later wii motes had motion plus built in. Motion plus adds additional gyro and accelerometers which coupled with the distance from the on board gyro and accelerometers provides much more accurate motion sensing which is used in certain games but makes no difference in games which are not designed to use it.