After a “YLOD” (yellow light of dead), your PS3 is blocked, but also the game CD in the drive. This procedure shows how to eject it.
The green light in front is lit during the procedure.
Note: This procedure does not work on PS3 60GB
- Turn off the PS3 with the switch on the back.
- Put your finger on the front touch eject button.
- While keeping your finger on it, turn on the PS3 with the switch on the back.
- Keep this position for 10 to 30 seconds. During this time, the fan will sound louder than usual.
- Your CD should be ejected.





