How to Repair a Playstation 2 System

Clean Inside the Console

• 1

  Unplug the Sony Playstation 2 from all electrical outlets and remove all cords attached to the system.

• 2

  Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the eight screws from the back of the console.

• 3

  Carefully remove the console's plastic cover. There will be a disc assembly located on the right side of the system.

• 4

  Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the screws on the disc assembly cover and carefully remove the top.

• 5

  Inspect the system for large build-ups of foreign objects, dirt and debris.

• 6

  Use the can of compressed air to blow away the dust and debris and use tweezers to carefully remove any large dust bunnies and foreign objects such as hair.

• 7

  Replace the disc assembly cover and the console's outer shell.

Clean the Disc

• 8

  Remove the malfunctioning disc from the console and inspect it for deep scratches. If a disc is heavily scratched, it will not play regardless of what you do.

• 9

  Spray the disc with CD-Rom cleaner.

• 10

  Take the soft lens cloth and clean away any fingerprints or smudges found on the disc. Wipe in a smooth, straight motion from the center of the disc to the outside edges. DO NOT rub continuously in one spot or in a circular motion, as that can further damage the disc.

• 11

  Place the disc back in the console and attempt to play.