PS2 Repair: Won't Turn On or Overheating

Assessment £4.99 Quote confirmed before work starts

No fix, no fee · 12-month warranty · Insured, tracked returns

Signs you need this repair

  • No power, or a red standby light that won't turn green
  • The console turns on, then shuts off after a few seconds
  • The fan is very loud or roars constantly
  • The console gets very hot and freezes or switches off mid-game
  • A burning smell or a click from inside, then nothing

A PS2 that won't turn on can have a fault in the power supply or on the board. On a fat PS2 the power supply is inside the console. On a slim, it's external or internal depending on the model. Fat PS2s can also run hot and loud as dust builds up inside, which can lead to freezes and shutdowns.

Because these faults can sit in more than one place, this is an assessment rather than a fixed-price repair. You pay £4.99 to book. I test the console on my bench, find the fault and send you a quote before I do any work. If you go ahead, the £4.99 comes off the repair. If you decide not to, the £4.99 covers the return postage and the console comes back to you.

For no-power jobs, please send the power supply with the console. If you have a slim with an external power brick, send the brick. If your PS2 has its power supply built in, send the mains lead you use with it. Old power supplies fail too, and I can only rule them out if I have them.

To be honest about the limits: some faults need parts that are hard to find, and if that's the case I'll say so in the quote. If your PS2 powers up but shows "Disc Read Error", book the PS2 disc read error repair instead. If the fan noise is your main worry, why a PS2 fan gets loud or overheats explains the usual causes.

I've been repairing electronics for over 25 years. Every repair comes with a 12-month warranty.

PS2 Repair: Won't Turn On or Overheating

Frequently asked questions

Should I keep using my PS2 if it's overheating?
It's best to stop. Running a console that's shutting down from heat puts extra strain on it. Switch it off and book an assessment.
What does "repairs from £45" mean?
It's a guide to the lowest repair price for this kind of fault. Your actual price depends on what I find, and you'll see it in the quote before any work starts.
How do I know if my slim has an external power supply?
If a separate power brick sits between the wall and the console, it's external, so send it with the console. If the mains lead plugs straight into the console, the power supply is built in.

Related repairs

About this service

How does your mail-in repair service work?
Three steps: book and pay for your repair online, post your item to me using the packing instructions I email you, and I repair it, test it, and send it back tracked. You'll get updates as it moves through each stage.
What is your no-fix-no-fee promise?
Payment is taken upfront at booking. If I can't fix your item, there's no repair fee — I refund what you paid, less £4.99 return postage to send it back to you. Assessment bookings work differently: the £4.99 covers return postage and comes off the repair if you go ahead, but isn't refunded if you decide not to or it can't be repaired.
Do your repairs come with a warranty?
Yes. Every repair carries a 12-month workmanship warranty against the same fault returning. If it does, I'll put it right.
How long will my repair take?
Most repairs are completed within 3-6 working days of arrival, then posted back by tracked post. If a part needs ordering, I'll tell you as soon as I've diagnosed it and give you a realistic date. Diagnostic-led jobs take a little longer if I'm waiting on your approval of a quote.
How do I package my item safely to post it?
I send clear packing guidance when you book. In short: wrap the item well, use plenty of padding, and a sturdy box — the return leg is insured and tracked, and good packing on the way in protects your item too.
Where do I send my item?
Your postage address is included in the confirmation email after you book — you don't post anything until you've booked, so your item is always matched to your order.
Do you cover the whole UK?
Yes — I run a mail-in repair service, so you can send your item from anywhere in the UK. There's nothing local you need to find.
What if my item turns out to be unrepairable?
I'll post it back, and the £4.99 you paid covers the tracked return postage. If you'd rather I recycled it responsibly, I'll refund the £4.99 in full.