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Intro History: How to Apply Liquid Metal in a PlayStation 5

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Introduction
Use this guide to apply liquid metal in your PlayStation 5. You can also use this guide to re-spread existing liquid metal.
Some signs you may need to check the condition of your PlayStation's liquid metal are overheating, thermal throttling, or poor performance—these signs could also mean a faulty or dirty fan.
The liquid metal in your PlayStation 5 can oxidize over time, or become unevenly spread on the APU and heatsink. If the liquid metal has oxidized, it will look dried-out or cracked and will need to be replaced. If it's just unevenly covered, you can re-spread it evenly across the surfaces of the APU and heatsink.