ps2 disc tray won't close -- strange problem

[lufcfan]

Actually mate, I have come across this once before and it was a real simple problem to solve. Someone had sent me in a PS2 to fix and the disc tray was doing as you describe - and it was becase the 2 screws holding the tray in place were too tight. I loosened them by a turn and everything was well with the world again. Try it

[tomprez]

thanks for the tip, but it was of no use... this thing is driving me nuts because i just can't figure it out why it wouldn't stay closed.. it sounds like it starts to work but doesn't have time to do anything before ejecting.

[Warlock]

Weird, You sure the ribbon cable isnt damaged in some way Ive also seen botched installs cause this.

[tomprez]

the ribbon is not pierced or anything, but it does have a couple slight creases and dents in it. the buttons work fine, though.. i actually was just thinking that it may be a ribbon issue since it immediately ejects even if i just turn it on.

[daniel[ro]]

try to keep the tray closed with your hand
you will find out if the ps is still loading a disc. or not...

[lufcfan]

Chances are he may damage the tray and mechanism doing that...