Technics SL-PG300 CD Player Repair - not reading disks

A full tear down and repair of a Technics SL-PG300 CD Player. Symptoms were player powered up but would not read disks. This video also applies to Technics SL-PG100 and SL-PG200 models. I cover the complete disassembly, checking the micro-switches (track 1 switch and both drawer switches). Testing all motors (sled and spindle) and removal, repair and lubrication of the track sled and motor mechanism (which had frozen from sticky grease).

[@jasejj]

I've always tended to avoid Panasonic CD players due to the lasers being unobtanium these days, but that mech looks a much better design than the Sonys of the era and in fairness I've never seen one with a knackered laser!
Nice vid , subscribed - and greetings from the other Newcastle (UK).

[@pescado99]

I recently had to give up on a Technics 5 disk carousel repair. I've found Sony's to be OK, but Technics have all been easy to fix (so far).

[@IM-qq3jf]

Wow, Great video !
I love the older CD players.
You have just tought me So much about tiny little parts that can be serviced on board these players that even I didnt know about, Thank you.
I have just Subscribed and i am from Newcastle also ! Nth Lambton.
Ian T.

[@pescado99]

Good on you, thanks. Yes, these older players are a joy - when they work!! Stayed tuned for some more reviews and repairs...

[@eduardomiguelbossio2094]

Very usefull thanks

[@jayrichardson4351]

Good video 👍

[@DJNeiloSF]

Curious that you didn't change any of the rubber belts?

[@pescado99]

Fair comment, but the belts had good tension and didn't need changing.

[@dawnofmayhem5691]

Hey cocka, where are you from? Nice to hear an Aussie voice

[@pescado99]

Sunny Newcastle