How To: Clean Your PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition

Yes, your game console needs regular maintenance. Cleaning the fan and keeping it free from dust will improve performance and reduce noise caused by the fan.
This video details how to easily clean your PS5 and works for both the standard PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition, both released in 2020. In this video, we used the Digital Edition of the PS5.
This guide will show you the simple steps to cleaning your PS5 without voiding your warranty since we don't go deep into the console's shell. Using these steps will have you finished cleaning your PS5 console in just a few minutes, in a few steps with minimal tools used.
Full Instructions: hideitmounts.com/cleanps5
Recommend Tools:
Can of Air: amzn.to/3r7zKax
Microfiber Cloth: amzn.to/35LzxSI
T9 Screwdriver (to remove the fan): amzn.to/37oayFn
Vacuum (optional): amzn.to/3rb6cbR
A Soft Brush (optional): amzn.to/3KboYaB
Step 1: Remove the Side Plates
Start by removing the panel with the PlayStation logo on it, which is considered the top cover. Face the power button towards you and grab the bottom left of the panel by moving slightly up and to the right. Flip the console over (power button away) and grab the top left corner and repeated the same motion.
Step 2: Clean the Dust Catchers
Sony wisely designed the PlayStation 5 console to be incredibly easy to clean and even included dust catchers built into the console. Use a vacuum with a small hose attachment, a microfiber rag or gently spray canned air into the dust catchers.
Step 3: Remove the Fan (and Clean)
Removing the fan is an optional step, but something that's easy to do and will absolutely help the performance of the console. Take your screwdriver and remove the four screws holding the metal cover in place. Take note of the location and size differences of each screw.
Step 4: Air It Out
From here you’ll want to take the canned air and gently spray it over the console to remove any loose dust. Get into some of the nooks and crannies with the air, as well, to help.
Step 5: Wipe It Down
Now that you’ve aired the PS5 out, it’s time to take that microfiber cloth and wipe the console down.
Step 6: Build It Back, Better
Reverse this process to build the console back. Ensure the fan is plugged in and secured in the console, put back any additional pieces you might have removed and snap those covers back on.
Routine cleaning of your console will help your device last longer. Use these steps to clean your PS5 with ease and game long into the night!
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[@ESTARKY]

I did it in under 30 minutes! Great tutorial! It’s fixed the issues where my PS5 would randomly shut off while gaming after an hour or so!

[@jotarokujo7955]

good to know that you solved the problem by cleaning the ps5. I´m having the same problem, the ps5 shut off after few hours and I´m here to learn how to do it. thanks

[@gintokisakata8211]

That’s awesome dude I need to do this today mine just starting shutting off now recently no warning just shuts off.

[@SweroFN]

What type of screw did you use the open the fan yo get it out

[@jakimusPrime_07]

Excuse me, what kinda screwdriver do I need for the fan cover?

[@SweroFN]

@@jakimusPrime_07 to take the fan out you need a t9 security screwdriver

[@user-jg5rz8qc3h]

Had to pause the video at 1 minute to say thank you i was struggling to open this damn cover and following what you did made it so easy!

[@supratimchatterjee825]

You are the only guy who shows us how to clean without disconnecting the fan. Its a nightmare to disonnect that fan

[@End-Game2k]

Just wanna say thanks, ps5 quieter than a mouse now, it was making a noise with the fan, basically saying clean me so i did, thanks to u ill know how to do this nexttime alot easier so God Bless You, keep up with the great content, very helpful and informational. Probably once every 6months to a yr, like before.

[@globoiinc509]

This is the best video by far if you don't want get to complicated. It was my first time cleaning since I bought it last year, it was much needed it's quite again.

[@iceman62509]

No its not. Cause i still dont know what screwdriver to use. He doesnt give that specific

[@Introversitive]

@@iceman62509 The screwdriver is probably a Philip's. But, if you're not sure, just check the screws on your PS5. I am pretty sure it is a Philip's though. Sony would not have used screws like Apple does, either torx or pentalobe screws. They made it accessible for us to be able to clean the fans and the inside.

[@rubenrodriguez3252]

​@iceman62509 it's a torx head. It's 6 sided

[@dustinguajardo3122]

You can also use a mini vac or vac tube and tape a sturdy straw to the end and reach the straw inside of tight spots to suck dust instead of blowing it all around into other areas of the internals. Js another method I’ve discovered for myself as well that works well.

[@joshuapearce8196]

Wouldn't using a vacuum make more dust

[@HIDEitMounts]

Definitely one way to MacGyver a cleaning, the only issue is you cant get into the fan with a straw, you'll only be at the surface which with the opening of a straw likely doesnt have enough power to pull the dust from deeper inside the fan ✅Wil

[@_DeadeyeGaming]

DO NOT use canned air. It will just push the dust more into the console. Instead use a vacuum

[@Magnum.DUI74]

Vacuum does work best just make sure not to put the fan through to much air pressure or stress

[@Giuseppe1299]

If it was me I'll send it to SONY headquarters and tell them to do this for me the hard way as if there was a problem with my console

[@moa8121]

@@Giuseppe1299 where is the information about sending my ps5 to Sony to have it refurbished?

[@Giuseppe1299]

@@moa8121 give SONY or playstation a call and tell them what you wanted to do And also you don't feel comfortable of doing it on your own Id never done it before it's a expensive console thats the thing

[@Giuseppe1299]

@@moa8121 or take it too your local SONY shop

[@colingrimes4632]

Haven’t had any issues since following these tips. Thank you

[@HIDEitMounts]

Great to hear! 🟢-Wil

[@mikes7446]

I’m scared to do this to my 600 dollar PS5

[@pcc-drippy6110]

I just did it. It’s completely safe and my system is running fine

[@nicholasgrogan856]

Its totally fine. I've done it twice now.

[@OldSoulZeke]

I don’t have a ps5 but looking to get one just bc it’s new and they don’t sell new ps4’s anymore and don’t trust refurbished and this looks ALOT simpler than the ps4 version ☠️

[@ThePeanutButterBucket]

​@PCC-DRiPPy it's not 100% safe, you can mess it up. I saw someone post on ifixit that they removed the yellow part with pliers because they saw pliers being used when unplugging the fan... they ripped out the socket instead of the plug. I can see a lot of people mistakenly grabbing the yellow part of the plug and ripping that out before realizing the plug is just the middle white plastic. That being said, if you're careful it's very safe and not that hard. But be careful!

[@ChristianAuditore14]

Imagine me who had to pay over 900us because I need to buy one for the government too

[@Danny_Delorean]

Just did it and admittedly was terrified but it’s perfectly safe I couldn’t actually get the screws out to clean the majority of the dust so had to manually clean with a cue tip and a hoover in both hands 😅

[@chantzwhite47]

Finally did a full clean thanks to you! Didnt think my fan was that dirty but holy😂

[@HIDEitMounts]

Woo hoo! Glad we can help! 💚

[@clairetm2]

Great video. Cheers for the help!

[@kk-hou5e]

Brilliant video thankyou! I thought my ps5 was broken turns out just needed a clean 🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@jotarokujo7955]

hopefully mine get also fixed after this

[@mahito2570]

i did this today and dusted off so much i was scared to slide off the covers xD but i got it done

[@AsMightyAsBread]

Do not force your ps5 open I just broke mine. Slide it off and on

[@stonedasfudge5947]

Soon as you said slide it off i slid it off GG.

[@kabirqureshi6346]

My condolences are with you my brother.

[@spidermac6885]

I was kind of scared to do it though, But somehow I feel like I wasn't afraid to Fixing my PS5 so I just cleaned the dust out and the fan And it was way too easy for me 🙂 after fixing it my fan is operational 👌🏾

[@moemaison]

Everyone watching this as a tutorial and attempts to take out the fan. YOU NEED THAT T9 driver. Without it you’re not going to ope sh!t but instead end up damaging the screws by trying ti poke around and seeing if something else might fit. MAKE SURE TO HAVE THE T9!

[@HIDEitMounts]

Hi Moe! Thank you so much for your comment! We have updated the description as well. Have a wonderful day! 💚HIDEit Mounts

[@karllatraverse6772]

I have a 60 T9 but it doesn’t work, there is no litlle hole in the middle

[@depr0fundjs]

T8 T9 or T8H T9H bro?

[@blackscorpionlairgaming]

​@depr0fundjs where can I find this tool?

[@buschtrout1499]

@@karllatraverse6772what is that T9 called with a hole in the middle. Is it something specific?

[@AgustDInMe]

Thank you god for your tutorial I truly hate taking off the plates and you made it fairly easy for me.

[@gamirabal]

Im not able to do it. Plates start bending to the point it looks to be about to break

[@AgustDInMe]

@@gamirabal you’ve gotta lift up and push.

[@baddonkey75]

This was super easy, i didnt have screw drover needed so i held off on the fab, cleaned everything else, and im confident in doing the can once i get the drivers needed

[@valentinamikulic2793]

😊😊000😊😊😊0o

[@JaveanGhghg-iu7lz]

I never give anyone respect but I have to be honest you're a real hero I was a little nervous at first but it's easy you do like he said and it's easy to put back on the snaps on I want to give you every respect you deserve sir your hundred percent right and not too many or like you thank you so much and I just bought my brand new PS5 last week it's good to keep them clean at least once a month

[@peacekeeperjfsr]

This is really good

[@seanball4205]

Just needed to see someone open it up so i know which how to pop those panels cheers

[@HIDEitMounts]

Glad we could help you out! ✅ Wil

[@mehrbani1]

I have seen many use a vacuum to clean the fans and the outside etc especially those big holes in the middle the dust catchers, is it safe to use a vacuum if its off the power source for like 20 min ?

[@RoSTam914]

Thank you sir❤

[@Introversitive]

Great video. How often would you recommend cleaning the PS5? Every 6 months or so? I've had it a year and haven't cleaned it yet. I just ordered some compressed air and I will be doing this as soon as it arrives.

[@boggydoggy281]

It's recommended to clean it every month for a good console performance.

[@GoodBoyGoneDad]

I've had mine for over 2 years and I'm barely cleaning it today for the first time. There isn't even much dust. I keep my PS5 covered when I'm not using it, so that prevents dust from getting inside it.

[@Introversitive]

@@GoodBoyGoneDad I definitely keep mine covered as well. However, I have turned on the iPad and have played a game with it still on, so I have to remind myself to take it off lol PS5 has actually shut off because I kept it on for a long time. Hopefully no lasting damage has been done. It seems to be ok and I have been playing it a lot lately.

[@GoodBoyGoneDad]

@@Introversitive I don't remote play, but I still worry that I might not uncover it, so I think about it while playing a game and look to make sure I uncovered it. 😂

[@Introversitive]

@@GoodBoyGoneDad Me too. And I have forgotten to cover the thing a few times. I have blown the dust out twice since owning it. I bought it two years ago this December.

[@kadirshareeff3]

Great video, thanks man

[@HIDEitMounts]

You bet ✅Wil

[@dirtydenom69]

And here I just bought one that was dusty let’s c and I was gonna clean it

[@eren9216]

My fan was so dirty, thank you.

[@godman5043]

Mr Clean Dry Erase cleaning pad was awesome for me to clean the underside of the panels

[@HIDEitMounts]

Great tip!

[@lovebrawlstars6040]

I was very scared at 1st but it was easy ant thank u for the tutorial

[@HIDEitMounts]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Ullr94]

Thanks, I probably woulda broke it without this

[@Srbin2]

So need to hear THE click when its in

[@reickovera9428]

Thank you 🙏

[@Shizbam]

Easy as shit, thank you sir!!!

[@Desireknown]

What screwdriver is thisss? I opened it and its not a regular one

[@Evs78101]

T-8 Screwdriver. Designed for working on electronics and smaller equipment. Home Depot/Lowe’s has really cheap sets. I’m getting one while I’m watching this

[@shockwave980]

I do it every now an then you can do it don't rush it take your time

[@thecoolnoob]

Thank you!

[@HIDEitMounts]

You're welcome!

[@thecockneyterritory4869]

I can’t unscrew the Phan cause it ain’t screws for me it’s just these wired black dots that hold it together

[@flomermer]

Did it now. Thanks

[@HIDEitMounts]

Glad you were able to get it done! 🟢-Wil

[@YoungQu33zy]

Thank you

[@StevieG20]

Hi there....My PS5 is constantly cutting out during games. I though giving it a good thorough clean as per your tutorial would fix the issue, but its still the same. Have you any suggestions please? Great tutorial by the way...

[@HIDEitMounts]

Hi there! Thanks for check us out! What kinda of cutting out do you have exactly? Could be a few different reasons... wifi signal, updates needed, storage is low or a restart. 💚Britney

[@sumitchaudhary343]

Doesnt fan have wiring how to disconnect that

[@Mitch7297]

Great tutorial thank you was dreading this after the over complicated way of cleaning the PS4 it's also worth noting to have some wd40 as well as I had a very stubborn screw then wouldn't budge a touch of wd40 and the little git slid right out😅

[@HIDEitMounts]

Nice, glad you were able to get it done! 🟢Wil

[@isaacirons7581]

When you put your side plates back on do not push on them like he does!!! Gently slide panel into place and then gently push upward. When I did it the way he says I bent the circles the snap into place in the top corners. Hopefully none of you have the same issue

[@user-yi4cl7yd7q]

Thanks 🙏🏿

[@dirkdiggler7511]

Vacuum it with your shop vac if you have one, much easier

[@abisaiaguilar1]

All these vids of the one with disc until I found this vid. Thank you God Bless

[@Tfedavid]

thank you very much

[@HIDEitMounts]

You are welcome

[@nicolasok6284]

Taking off the panels is the hardest part

[@HIDEitMounts]

Most definitely - it seems intimidating at first but once you get the hang of it you will be set! Please let us know if there is anything we can help out with! 😊

[@valeriamili7948]

@@HIDEitMountsI can’t get them off at all it’s so stiff and I don’t wan to break it

[@unknownsagittarius]

Thank you 👍

[@HIDEitMounts]

Glad it helped. ✅Wil

[@dannyt9710]

Just doesn’t clip back on tho does it

[@thebobbyshow3683]

Am I able to use a Clorox napkin

[@jacoblim104]

I was wondering what kind of screw driver do I need to take the screws off or would it just be a normal screw driver I would use? Also where can I find that exact screw driver you were using to take out the screws and put it back.

[@mystic2023]

T9

[@HIDEitMounts]

HI there! You can find the screw here: T9 Screwdriver (to remove the fan): amzn.to/37oayFn 💚Britney

[@YTPREO]

Thanks mate

[@HIDEitMounts]

Glad it helped ✅Wil

[@pastrana21]

is the ps5 sturdy enough for a regular owner to clean themselves? I have had mine for less than a year but I am just a little worried that it is really delicate and i will break something when i finally get around to cleaning it (i was told to clean it every year?). If someone that has owned one can let me know if its sturdy enough it would be great. thanks in advance.

[@WUCID]

Yes first couple times you take the cover and stuff off it will be tough

[@Comatoasty]

Hey does anyone know the exact screwdriver needed to take out the screws around the fan? Thank you in advance

[@HIDEitMounts]

HI there! You can find the screwdriver needed for this here: T9 Screwdriver (to remove the fan): amzn.to/37oayFn. Let us know if you need further assistance. 💚Britney

[@Noxyy9999]

What screwdriver did you use to take out the fan?

[@HIDEitMounts]

You need a Torx T9 Screwdriver. You can get a set pretty cheaply at most local stores.

[@JuanMartinez-xf3ks]

Can any screwdriver kit work for the ps5

[@joevonharris4995]

Mine isn’t working I got one screw out not anymore

[@Supreme_exotic]

I litually cannot open the plate but I opened the side without the playstation logo

[@Disconinja1001]

Bro I’m terrified to do this incase in case I bend the panel (Edit I did it the difference is night and day so worth it thank you so much for the help)

[@HIDEitMounts]

Glad it helped. It is scary at first, but when you realize how Sony made the panels to be interchangeable it's less scary 🟢-Wil

[@Disconinja1001]

@@HIDEitMounts thanks for the tutorial it helped so much

[@Giuseppe1299]

This is so mulch easy to clean Thank you Than the other video I've watched when someone went a lot more deeper clean

[@MACGamer100]

I know this is completely unrelated, though I'm interested in getting 3 of the mounts, will it ever be possible to get more wii u mounts in stocks or to make more of them?

[@HIDEitMounts]

Hi there! We don't have any plans to make a mount for the Wii U. We have our universal wall mounts that can fit the console. Based on the dimensions, both the Uni-SW and Uni-M can be adjusted to fit the Wii U console. 💚Brandon hideitmounts.com/unisw hideitmounts.com/m

[@namelessnpc6689]

Thanks for this. Also, you weren't kidding: Sony made this extremely easy to do.

[@HIDEitMounts]

Right? Really nice of them to do that 🟢-Wil

[@NateThaRealist]

Yo thanks

[@ChristianAuditore14]

I cant pull out, it looks like it's glued.

[@thecrimsontruth5393]

Imma do it

[@Robbe1984]

All you need is a hollow point T10 thorax key, which of course no one has laying around at home 😒

[@jxmierxndall5298]

Not even a t10 isit

[@steveraider964]

Would be nice if you mentioned what kind of screwdriver to use

[@rxelyc4965]

fr i can’t find any screw driver that works

[@Burstify]

Check the description dooofus

[@HIDEitMounts]

We used a T9 bit in our screwdriver T9 Screwdriver

[@DaeDae4.]

i tried my best taking the panels off wasn’t going hard at all and when i took it off those little tips broke off. 2 on each side broke off

[@HIDEitMounts]

You should be okay. At some point we swapped out panels. I just saw the other day that 3 of the tips weren't in their slots.🟢-Wil

[@kountryrubin3085]

How do I remove the black circles on fans ?

[@nuckyshnocki4636]

T9 screwdriver

[@kendrickmangwende4815]

What size is tht drive to open the fen

[@HIDEitMounts]

Glad that it helped. Make sure to check out our wall mounts to help keep your console cooler than standing on a shelf or table. ✅Wil

[@jakimusPrime_07]

What kinda head do I need for the screwdriver to take the fan cover off?

[@bunny_boi4486]

wrd

[@joevonharris4995]

It’s a t9

[@HIDEitMounts]

It's a T9 Torx Screwdriver with a security bit.

[@jakimusPrime_07]

@@HIDEitMounts thanks

[@jakimusPrime_07]

@@joevonharris4995 Thanks

[@jonlewis1048]

What kind/ size screwdriver please??!!

[@HIDEitMounts]

Hi there, we used the standard Phillips screwdriver, you can find one at your local hardware store! Hope this helps! Let us know if you have any further questions. 💚

[@timosaurus2542]

What screwdriver is that? I tried like 20 different ones none fit

[@HIDEitMounts]

We used a T9 bit in our screwdriver T9 Screwdriver 🟢-Wil

[@joevonharris4995]

I’m using the t9 screwdriver but it it’s not fitting because the middle part inside the screw stops it

[@HIDEitMounts]

Oooo. That'll happen, ours had the security bit already. It's odd that it's not standard across all Torx screwdrivers.

[@HornedSerpent86]

What's one of the plates is stuck

[@HIDEitMounts]

Try more of a "slide" toward the bottom. 🟢-Wil

[@mrjacko5972]

What screwdriver do I need for it?

[@HIDEitMounts]

Hi there! You'll need a standard Phillips screwdriver. Hope this helps. 💚Britney

[@benlynch7015]

I had mine 4 weeks and only played for 2 weeks about 8 hours a day.now its starting to make noise

[@isaiahtorres4491]

Damn sorry to hear that did you ever find out why?

[@omarcortes8603]

What's the screwdriver you are using?

[@HIDEitMounts]

It's a T9 security screwdriver ✅Wil

[@gourry47]

I'm a little scared but my ps5 has a weird sound so this is necessary risk

[@terri5ive]

What screw diver is it called?

[@HIDEitMounts]

It's been a while, but it should be a T9 Torx. 🟢-Wil

[@n4s98]

They never design it to be easy, taking off the panel was ungodly frustrating

[@HIDEitMounts]

It's definitely weird. I felt like I was going to snap it in half the first time I did it. ✅Wil

[@AdamAli-ff7hn]

I am young and I even did it less then 10 minutes 😊

[@HIDEitMounts]

Nice work

[@Chris-iq5pr]

After leaving my ps5 in the dust due to Xbox having backwards compatibility. I finally wanna play it lol

[@HIDEitMounts]

Get after it! ✅Wil

[@MK_270]

What is the size of the screwdriver?

[@zachsmitherman4942]

T8 or T9 bit

[@KindSmack]

T9

[@La_Horca]

@@KindSmack t9 or t8?

[@La_Horca]

@@KindSmack I mean, does the t8 works?

[@KindSmack]

@@La_Horca T9 …don’t use anything else or you’ll end up damaging it

[@voidwalker8430]

I can't even do the first step man I'm afraid

[@velocity3929]

What type of screws

[@n38j5]

T9

[@DylanZ1201]

Invest in a proper battery operated canless air system like the O2 Hurricane instead of insanely weak canned air and you don’t even need to pull the whole thing apart like this… Just blow it through the grills

[@2k_oliver681]

what kind of screw driver?

[@HIDEitMounts]

Hi there! You can find it here: T9 Screwdriver (to remove the fan): amzn.to/37oayFn. Hope this helps! 💚Britney

[@yamatosennin9249]

what the hell is the screwdriver, literally don’t have a 6 side star screwdriver

[@emmanuelgutierrez9275]

What kind of damn screw driver fits in this

[@HIDEitMounts]

It should be a T9 Torx screwdriver. It's been a while since we've used that bit on our screwdriver but it's pretty industry standard for small electronics. 🟢-Wil

[@GrahamTaylor-td5jx]

I’m too weak to actually tip off the pannels

[@HIDEitMounts]

Try more of a "slide" toward the bottom. It took me a couple of tries when I did it recently 🟢-Wil

[@Kaiddsix6]

Supposed to use a t9 but the t9 hardly works (mastercraft)

[@HIDEitMounts]

You need a T9 Security Screwdriver - it has the center drilled out to account for the little nub that prevents regular T9's from working ✅Wil

[@redaszeplin7982]

Bro i cant even open the plates it is so frustrating and my ps5 is dirty af 😢

[@HIDEitMounts]

Hi there, Here is a link that show how to safely removes your plates to clean your PS5. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXm9ppqGYpKBbrM .Let us know if you need any further assistance. 💚Britney

[@simracingchannel7691]

Screwdriver? Mine got these pesky torq screws

[@HIDEitMounts]

Same, It's a T9 security for the most part. Occasionally they throw in a T8 for specific parts. ✅With

[@cqclife5619]

What type of screw head was that, was it a t10?

[@navo9274]

T9

[@meganfisher2594]

my t9 only fit on one screw wont work for other screws what am i doing wrong

[@Kaiddsix6]

Same Megan 2 out of 4 come off but the others don't even budge sony sucke 😂

[@HIDEitMounts]

It may be that you need a T9 Security bit - it has a small bit hollowed out of the center to get around the nub inside the screw head. ✅Wil

[@ScuxsNZ]

What screwdriver

[@HIDEitMounts]

HI there! You can find the Screwdriver here: T9 Screwdriver (to remove the fan): amzn.to/37oayFn. Let us know if you need further assistance. 💚Britney

[@amcloud6301]

what screwdriver

[@HIDEitMounts]

Hi there! This is the one you'll need: T9 Screwdriver (to remove the fan): amzn.to/37oayFn. Hope this helps, let us know if you have any further questions. 💚Britney

[@nutrizise]

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