joshd2012

My PS2 was getting really bad at playing any type of media the last few weeks. Its getting close to its 2nd Birthday, so I figure I'd open it up and give it a quick cleaning. I openned up the main case, then removed the the cover for the CD/DVD Player and cleaned the lens using a q-tip and alcohol. The inside wasn't as dusty as you would think (no where nearly as dusty as say... a computer) and even the lens didn't look dirty.

Well, after cleaning the lens (I didn't have an compressed air, so i couldn't clean it out fully), I closed it back up and it seems to be working like new now.

I do have a question. I noticed that there was (what looked like) a ribbon cable coming from the lens to the back of the PS2. It looked worn and had some dirt on it. Is this the kind of thing I shoud be worried about? Could this be another problem down the future? Should I reopen it and clean that ribbon?

menaz

If it is working now, you shouldnt mess with me. Ever heard the saying "if its not broke dont fix it"

Joshic

This is how I fixed my PS2 too. It's very easy to clean this way, very quick, and works surprisingly well.

mtucker

Hmm, I may give this a try. My PS2 is having problems reading certain game discs (a couple that were brand new). I'm a little afraid to touch it though seeing as how it plays GTA3, Vice City, and FFX just fine.