If you see the Xbox 360 3 red lights blinking over and over again and you are wondering how you can fix your console, you can try these steps and guides on how to make your machine up and running again. Note though that this tutorial is not the only option you have in fixing the console issue. Read on so you will be able to get an idea of what else you can do in case this fails to satisfy you.

Steps on how to fix the console if the Xbox 360 3 red lights are blinking:

1. Observe how many lights are blinking red. Your Xbox 360 3 red lights solution will depend on this. One red light means a hardware failure, usually accompanied by a two-digit code error; two means overheating and the console needs ventilation; three is a multiple hardware failure (no error code on display) which we will troubleshoot at the moment; and four means a disconnected AV cable or worst, a general system failure.

2. Unplug the cables of the console and let it cool.

3. Disconnect the cables and then plug them back in. Listen carefully if you hear a clicking sound as you plug this cable back to the Xbox. This ensures proper connectivity.

4. Remove the hard drive.

5. Once done, turn on the console system.

6. Run Initial Setup in your console. Choose the option that says Do Not Insert Hard Disk Drive or memory unit when prompted.

7. Now you can sync the controller.

8. Insert a new game and test it out.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, send in your console to Microsoft for repairs. Just be ready to pay if your warranty has expired. If you don't want this option, another way to resolve the console issue if your Xbox 360 3 red lights are flashing is to use a comprehensive tutorial guide which you can easily get your hands onto using the internet. This comprehensive step-by-step tutorial will teach you to fix your console like a pro and drop some tips and tricks on lengthening its life.