Xbox One Controller Not Turning on Fix

I purchased a wireless xbox one controller that wouldn't turn on. When I tried it out, the xbox symbol on the controller would blink a few times and then it would stop. After messing around with it for a while I was able to get it to connect via USB connection. but it would get too hot to touch between the D-pad and right thumbstick and it still wouldn't work wirelessly. I opened it up and found the component that was overheating and removed it. It was the capacitor labeled C30. Without even replacing the capacitor, the controller works and no longer overheats. I'm not sure what it's function is, but the controller hasn't had an issue with over an hour of game play now. Just thought I'd share in case anyone else is having this issue.

Before capacitor removal: http://i.imgur.com/SfXxkel.jpg
After capacitor removal: http://i.imgur.com/0GF7Opj.jpg

 

Thanks for sharing this useful info !

 

I would get a replacement cap since they are there for a reason and help regulate and filter power.

 

I've just started having this issue. My console was complaining that my controller batteries were low so I plugged the charge n play cable in and the charge light as guide button lit up for a second and then went out. I fought with it for a few minutes and then noticed the controller getting hot around the left analog stick. I immediately sniffed the controller and noticed a "VCR in the microwave" smell. Because my warranty was up, I opened the controller but couldn't find the source of the intense heat. I cleaned both PCBs, assuming something had been spilled on the controller, put everything back together and still had the same problem. I'm assuming that the capacitor has to do with regulating the charging circuit so I don't want to just remove the cap. I guess I'll be replacing it, can't wait to see how much they cost in small quantities.

 

How did you remove the capacitor labeled c30?

 

I just got a big old blob of solder and submerged the whole capacitor. Honestly not the best way to do it but it works. Be careful not to knock off any other components using this method. Also as stated earlier, the capacitor is there for a reason so don't be surprised if bad things happen with your controller down the road... Mine is still working fine almost a year after the fact though.