How to Replace the Xbox Clock Capacitor

[@rwdplz1]

While you're in there, check the large capacitors by the CPU, these also tend to go bad. On the 1.0 and 1.1 boards, re-flow the solder on the power connector on the power supply board.

[@HazeAnderson]

2:21 I can't seem to get this white connector to disconnect. It looks like it has a lip and I can't seem to get a grip in there ... caps etc. in the way. Is there a trick to this one? I can't get it loose ...

[@songsan807]

Thanks for this tutorial video. Have a few original Xbox lying around. A soldering newbie so might either try one or just sell the xbox consoles away.

[@A_Real_Rascal]

Turns out mine was manufactured in 05, so I didn't need this guide for mine, but thanks anyway, as this can be really helpful to those who need it

[@Bk2fut100]

My capacitor was so bad I’ve could not read the capacitance only volts. I’ll be changing all of them thanks for the video.

[@enjoythesho1992]

You don't have to replace it if you choose not to you can just remove it

[@kyle12367]

Games that use date and time function need this

[@jeppi2983]

​@@kyle12367does that count for a lot of games?

[@Zak-bv4qm]

Not 1.6?

[@fu1r4]

Even rev 1.6 should be replaced. It will leak sooner or later. Isn't there a mod to replace it with a CR2032 instead?

[@daydream2392]

Can you tell what are the tools you are using for soldin? If you can go especific would be cool Is it difficult to use? I want to start fixing and taking care of my game consoles too.

[@ao123578]

So once replaced you don't have worry for the new clock capacitor to leak ever again?

[@fixit865]

Would it work to break of one of the old capacitor legs and hold it with pliers and the solder iron to it as a hot poker to clear the hole?

[@MartyMcFryyy]

So my Xbox say Aug 16th 2005. Does that mean it doesn't have the ticking time bomb capacitor inside or it just has a later version of it that won't leak ? Cheers in advance.

[@Tylera_l]

Bit of a late response but with the 1.6 revisions the CPU capacitors almost always leak, however the clock capacitor is usually okay. If you need to replace your CPU caps you might aswell do the clock capacitor anyway to play it safe.

[@Zorvax]

I really need to open my xbox and do this, but I have 0 experience with soldering. Appreciate the video!

[@XxBlacKkNighTxX7]

I seen some that the carefully just pull it up but the 2 metal prongs will stay behind soldered since its ripped out but hey aslong as the bomb is removed. Though youll have to set up the clock everytime you disconnect the xbox

[@reallauradee]

The only way to learn is just do it. I'm gonna do mine as soon as I buy the materials I need.

[@eatit2694]

I wish I knew about soldering so I can fix my consoles like you. I’m gonna see if I can find classes in my town.

[@LaneDenson]

There are cheap >$20 kits on Amazon for building a radio, or an alarm, etc. The soldering equipment they come with is utter junk, but you can at least get some experience soldering something and it doesn't matter if you screw it up.

[@IrocZIV]

Clear video. Strangely my cap came out of the 2 holes to the right that are slightly closer together.

[@kawaineko7402]

Same with mine! I installed the capacitor a few hours ago, and reading your comment saved the day, thanks! 👍🏻

[@gregclare]

Can you explain why it’s necessary to replace the super cap, instead of just removing it altogether? I mean, the cap isn’t going to power the RTC for all that long, especially with XBox’s that are in storage! So presumably still works fine without it, and for a network connected Xbox the time would just be NTP updated anyway?

[@Hellraiser988]

A 1.6 requires it the rest don't

[@Majinhero]

Why is the model beyond 2004 not affected?

[@ДмитрийДрейк]

Don't worry in revision 1.6 which starts manufacturing from april 2004 this capacitor is missing! Microsoft мade a decision not to put this capacitor anymore!!!

[@plawson8577]

Because in 2004, Microsoft discontinued using the faulty Capacitor Cap.

[@halofreak1990]

As @plawson8577 said, from version 1.6 onward, Microsoft used a different capacitor that doesn't leak.

[@DaveMire]

I have a capacitor in that exact location but it has no writing on it, just black with some very small green numbers 2262-1. Should i still remove it?

[@sjogosPT]

The 1.6 are starting to became a problem too. My Crystal 1F capacitor is already swollen, but still works and no leakage. Ofc i will replace it anyway before it leaks. I already have the cap to replace.

[@Dz.glimmer]

It's a common misconception that the 1.6 clock caps don't need to be renewed. While failure rates on the 1.6 are lower, it still happens alot. And when it does you'll need trace repair.

[@BlackTemplar618]

My XBOX was manufactured in 2005. The year The O.G XBOX stopped being manufactured.

[@bigdani88]

does it have to be low ESR?

[@N1two]

Is the clock capacitor the main big one that needs to be replaces? Are the other capacitors not as relevant to replace?

[@halofreak1990]

"Are the other capacitors not as relevant to replace?" The others don't leak as that one does. "Are the other capacitors not as relevant to replace?" Only when they're bulging, indicating failure

[@59spadesofalife52]

Depends on if they’re bulging or not and impacting performance. The clock capacitor I’ve heard is the one that causes the most problems. So it’s best to just replace that one and solder another one if you’re on any version. Or you could take a chance and do checkups on it like your a doctor until it eventually gets too bad.

[@MartyMcFryyy]

Anything else I should be worried about on a late 2005 model ? Or am I lucky with the model I have ? 😊

[@Dz.glimmer]

They are less likely to leak, but when they do you'll need thrace repair.

[@floodescaper9496]

!!!!!WARNING!!! removing the clock capacitor in a 1.6 could cause the xbox to not boot replace it and try if it boots

[@ДмитрийДрейк]

Don't worry in revision 1.6 which starts manufacturing from april 2004 this capacitor is missing! Microsoft мade a decision not to put this capacitor anymore!!!

[@robertodiaz1597]

If you have a modded Xbox its likely one of those 1.5 or earlier revisions of Xbox since Microsoft made the 1.6 versions more difficult to mod. Thanks for the walk through. Do you think you could do a video of what kind of tools you use to repair all the retro consoles/games?

[@autobotstarscream765]

And the 1.6 don't have these self-destructive issues so it's fine to keep them stock and untouched anyway. 😇

[@plawson8577]

@@autobotstarscream765 Buy one made in 2004-. And you’ll be cool.

[@59spadesofalife52]

1.6 has overall better capacitors but is not immune to the issue. 1.6 also can be softmodded so I honestly would just recommend that version because even on the 1.4 1.5 versions you’re likely gonna have to replace more than just the capacitor eventually. So get good at soldering early.

[@Jrocker023]

I just replaced mine on a 1.4 version. Does the capacitor charge up right away? I have had it in a few minutes with the system on and plugged in but when I unplug it, it still asks you to set them time

[@SiXiam]

I don't think the xbox has a battery to maintain the capacitor for the time, so without power you lose the time.

[@TPRES_74]

I just removed mine and the damn thing stopped working. It was working fine before that. Now it beep's and shut's off immediately.

[@jimmiejohnnyjohnson5290]

damn

[@TPRES_74]

@@jimmiejohnnyjohnson5290 - Funny thing is I wiped almost the entire motherboard with alcohol and it started working again no problems since.

[@jimmiejohnnyjohnson5290]

@@TPRES_74 great to hear!

[@driley1988]

The date on my xbox is 3/21/2004 does that mean I need to change the capacitor?

[@jimmiejohnnyjohnson5290]

yeah

[@plawson8577]

Nope. As long as it’s a 1.6, you’re good.

[@CrazyPCgamercatguy]

Is it possible to remove the capacitor and replace it with a button battery?

[@gamecubeplayer]

no

[@GeMarav]

Its kinda useless to replace that capacitor. If you unplug your xbox for a few hours, the hour and date setting is going to reset. In that case its a good idea not to replace that capacitor, just remove it. The console is working fine without it

[@mattmonkay]

Just went for the capacitor delete mod and am happily playing Burnout Takedown capacitor free.

[@karwoski91]

I removed it but now I got an error after booting, mine is v 1.0

[@spartan0489]

@@karwoski91 did you ever get an answer to this?

[@karwoski91]

@@spartan0489 It works great, no more error messages I don't know what happened exactly

[@spartan0489]

@@karwoski91 glad to hear. After removing the capacitor mine is still giving me error 16.

[@protestantsfailurend7890]

Can it work removing the capacitor and not adding a new one

[@christopolis1]

yes as long as you've got a 1.0 - 1.5 as the 1.6 will not work if you remove the clock capacitor. most people who remove the clock capacitor don't bother to replace it

[@sokoloft3]

I still have my original one. Got some skull vynals for it back in the day too that are still stuck on. Yellowed but there. Mine was made in 2005 so I should be clear of this cap issue. Always was concerned it might have this issue since every time I plugged it in. It never remembered the time. I guess that cap only holds a charge for a few hours. Would be nice if there was a CR2032 mod for this. I'd love to do that.

[@ДмитрийДрейк]

Don't worry in revision 1.6 which starts manufacturing from april 2004 this capacitor is missing! Microsoft мade a decision not to put this capacitor anymore!!!

[@plawson8577]

@@ДмитрийДрейк Correct 2004+ Xboxs are FREE from this capacitor issue!

[@halofreak1990]

@@ДмитрийДрейк Not really. It's just located in a different location: v1.6 Xboxes have the clock capacitor located between the Xyclops chip and the IDE port, and unlike the earlier versions, the console will refuse to start should you remove it without replacing it. But unlike the older versions, this capacitor doesn't leak.

[@playK]

Thanks, this helped me. In my decision to search for a 1.6. :P The repair looks too much of a hassle for a newb like me.

[@RaptorZX3]

i have a v1.6 and i'm thinking about replacing the clock cap on mine, because it doesn't keep much juice anymore, even though the cap is still fine inside.

[@BIGWojo68]

I just opened up my Xbox and there is NO leakage whatsoever! Should I leave it or remove it?

[@Oribaa90]

Had the same. I checked today and it was not leaking. But I think it is just a matter of time so I removed it. You should do it.

[@BIGWojo68]

@@Oribaa90 you're right. I'm picking up the supplies and gonna take it out too.

[@Ausprep]

Yeah mine has leaked bad cleaned it all up but still need to replace

[@xmedina07]

Can I still replace the capacitors? I have version 1.6 and 1.6b

[@BlackTemplar618]

I'm not a professional but I heard replacing the clock capacitor will break the XBOX.

[@XxBlacKkNighTxX7]

Just break the 2 metal prongs leave them behind. I don't mind setting up the clock everytime i disconnected the xbox aslong as it was saved.

[@ДмитрийДрейк]

Don't worry in revision 1.6 which starts manufacturing from april 2004 this capacitor is missing! Microsoft мade a decision not to put this capacitor anymore!!!

[@halofreak1990]

You can replace it just fine, but it shouldn't be needed unless it won't keep time when disconnected from AC power. Be aware that, unlike what @user-yv4ey6yy6s says, the capacitor is *required* for the system to even start, so leaving it out as one could do with the v1.0 - v1.5 Xboxes is not an option. If you have trouble finding it, be aware Microsoft moved it with the 1.6 motherboard revision, and it is now located between the Xyclops chip and the IDE port.

[@lowell1648]

I'm trying to remove the capacitor without desoldering it. Is there a way to do it?

[@lowell1648]

also, how do you get off the dried acid?

[@lowell1648]

Also, what if there's lots of spillage? I'm also worried that even if I and even if I rub it with alchohol, the acid will spread and still corrode the motherboard.

[@LastHeartGames]

There's not a way to effectively replace the capacitor without soldering.

[@LastHeartGames]

Isopropyl alcohol and a Q-Tip.

[@LastHeartGames]

The alcohol will dilute and clean up the acid without spreading the damage around.

[@Manic_Panic]

You don't actually need to replace the capacitor. On top of my head, I can only think of 3-4 games out of 1000 that make use of the clock. And you can adjust it when you play them. The clock will still remember the correct day and hours as long as you leave the console plugged. One example is in Simpsons Hit n Run, the menu living room screen changes if it's halloween or christmas day. It doesn't really effect the game in any way but it's a cool immersion feature.

[@_XR40_]

Also, if you're relying on your Xbox to tell time, you don't have a stove, microwave, phone, or almost _any_ modern device. Seriously, clocks are in _everything..._

[@mustacheboyo]

The ps2 has a clock like that too

[@FlyingFlygon13]

how about instead of using a near useless plastic pump to remove the solder, you just heat the throughholes and put the capacitor in with the existing solder? there is literally no reason to completely clear it out like you did, unless you want to give yourself an unnecessary headache.

[@ultor7654]

Great video thank you so much Sir!

[@supersamuel64]

All i did was just wiggled it out cleaned out and that was it it works just fine without it when i set the date

[@shininggodmsbeyblader8284]

Thanks

[@ComicBooksandVideoGameNerd96]

And to be honest unless you got 1.6 the Xbox doesn't even need the capacitor to run

[@plawson8577]

ONLY the 2001-2003 models have Faulty Electrolyte Capacitors. If you’ve got a ‘04 1.6, your cool.

[@ComicBooksandVideoGameNerd96]

I have the 1.6 because I got mine in my Christmas of 2004 I still should replace it though

[@plawson8577]

If you brought an OG Xbox manufactured in 2004, it’s capacitors are safe and won’t fail or rupture. The Manufacture hiccup only affected the first Gen.

[@CarbajalQZ]

yeah i can’t do this

[@ethansprojects7399]

Tbh I’m just an electronics nerd who wanted to see the motherboard of an Xbox.

[@healthbeauty7853]

When the capacitor leaks again you're be back to square one. Best to just remove it completely.

[@iownu92]

Wasn’t the issue the capacitor itself? Now that he’s replaced it with a new, better one, wouldn’t the problem no longer persist?

[@healthbeauty7853]

@@iownu92 the capacitors are made in China, who knows how long they will last.

[@halofreak1990]

@@healthbeauty7853 I've yet to hear the first instance of the clock capacitor of a v1.6 Xbox leaking, so there is a difference in the quality of the parts used

[@MichelleHunt-zh6lt]

Phew im glad i dont need to open mine i mean icould do it i once installed a modchip on a ps1 but if i open sonething theres a 50/50 chance it wont work lol

[@aroundth3fur]

ASMR

[@Ak3ruz]

I remove it 😂

[@Dogbiscuit88]

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[@Lungoose]

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