How to: Fix Squeak Noises from Gaming Chairs

If you are noticing that your CORSAIR gaming chair is squeaking or creating a weird creaking sound, please follow these steps to resolve it:

1. Identify the source: Start by pinpointing the exact location of the squeaking sound. Sit on the chair and try to determine whether it's coming from the seat, backrest, armrests, or any other specific part. Rotate the chair if needed. 
   
   
2. Clean the chair: Dust, debris, or accumulated dirt can contribute to squeaking. Thoroughly clean the chair using a soft cloth or brush. Pay extra attention to the areas around joints and hinges. If there are any spills or stains, use a mild soap or upholstery cleaner and a damp cloth to clean them.
   
   
3. Check the connections: Inspect all the connections and fasteners on your chair. First check if the squeaking noise is caused by loose nuts, bolts, or screws. Use a screwdriver to tighten any nut, bolt, or screw that may be loose.
   

   • • If the chair still makes squeaking noises afterwards, the next step is to try greasing the mechanisms of your chair.
       
       

4. Lubricate moving parts: Apply a lubricant to any moving parts of the chair, such as the swivel mechanism, gas lift, or tilt mechanism. Silicone-based lubricants or spray lubricants work well for this purpose. You can ask your local department store on what works best. An example is WD-40 spray. Be sure to follow the product instructions for safe and effective use.
   

   • • To loosen up the joints of your chair, apply the lubricating oil on the mechanisms of your chair. You may want to remove the bolts and screws from the chair to lubricate them more thoroughly before reassembling the chair.

       The squeaking sound could also be caused by the back of your chair or its wheels. Check those if your chair is still squeaking after lubricating the bolts and screws:

       • If the back of your chair squeaks when you lean back on it, remove the seat tension turn-knob of your chair and apply lubrication to the seat tension spring inside.
       • If the chair wheels squeak, turn the chair back over and spray the lubricating agent on each wheel. Flip the chair back to its usual position and move it around to let the lubricating agent spread around the entire wheel.
         
         
5. Adjust the chair's components: Try adjusting the different components of the chair to see if it reduces the squeaking. Experiment with the height adjustment lever, tilt mechanism, or armrest positions. Sometimes, the squeaking can be caused by misalignment or improper installation.
   
   
6. Reducing squeaking in the future: In order to reduce the amount of squeaking in the future, make sure that you treat your chair gently. For example, sit down gently on the chair and refrain from putting unnecessary stress on your chair, such as collapsing into your chair or jumping up and down.
   
   
7. Contact customer support: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, it's recommended to contact our support team so we may be able to assist with the next steps.