Akai MPK Mini MK2 pads unusable?

I wanted to modify the MPK mini mk2 pads by sticking two pieces on the two contact sides of each rubber pad. With the tape on the pads didn’t respond by clicking, it did light up when i pressed Prog Select. After removing the tape, they still dont work the same way. Everything else works except for the pads, I presssed on them and no MIDI signal is seen? I tried touching the film separating the PCB and the pads, still no signals. Is the pads part of my board cooked?