PlayStation 2
Known as the PS2, it is a sixth-generation video game console first released by Sony in Japan in March 2000. The United States saw it later in 2000 with the SCPH-30000. Repair of this device requires only common tools, but can get tricky.
Installing PlayStation 2 Top Cover
User-Contributed Guide
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- Author: jwyoung
- Difficulty: Easy
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Replace your PlayStation 2's scratched-up or worn out top cover.
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Step 1
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Top Cover
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Flip the PlayStation 2 over so it lays with the bottom of the device facing upwards.
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Use the flat edge of a metal spudger to pry the eight flat screw covers out.
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Remove the following eight screws securing the top cover to the bottom case:
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Four 55.4 mm Philips screws
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Four 18.0 mm Phillips screws
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Step 3
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Flip the PlayStation 2 back to its original upside position.
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Lift the top cover off the bottom case.
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To facilitate the removal, it is recommended to pry open the half closer to the power switch first while rocking the top cover towards the front of the bottom case.
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Carefully remove the power cord that attaches the top and bottom halves by disconnecting the power cord assembly from the bottom case.
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