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HP 15-ac142dx Fan Replacement

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  1. HP 15-ac142dx Fan Replacement, Remove the battery: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 HP 15-ac142dx Fan Replacement, Remove the battery: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 HP 15-ac142dx Fan Replacement, Remove the battery: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
    • Turn off your laptop and flip it upside down onto a flat surface.

    • Slide the battery lock tabs towards each other to unlock the battery.

    • Lift the battery from the center and remove.

  2. HP 15-ac142dx Fan Replacement, Reassembly information: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • To replace the battery:

    • Align the new battery with the cut-out in the laptop.

    • Insert the battery into it slot until you hear a "click" indicating the battery is fully seated.

  3. HP 15-ac142dx Fan Replacement, Remove the fan: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
    • Use your Phillips screwdriver to remove the 10 screws in the bottom cover.

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    • Flip the computer back over and use an opening tool to pry the keyboard up from the bottom of the computer.

    • Once the keyboard is removed, locate the fan.

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    • Use your Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws on either side of the fan.

    • Unplug the wire that is connected to the fan.

    • Remove the fan.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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