HP Chromebook 14-Q010DX Fan Replacement

Flip the laptop so the base of the laptop is facing you.

Using the #00 screwdriver, unscrew the 13 screws.

Start from the top right corner of the laptop and work clockwise with an iFixit opening tool or spudger to pry the keyboard from the frame of the laptop.

Gently pull the keyboard in the opposite direction of the screen, so the wires beneath are exposed.

Lift the black flap and pull the blue ribbon gently towards you until it is disconnected.

Lift the white flap and pull the blue ribbon towards you until it is disconnected.

Lift keyboard slightly and remove the strip gently to prevent damaging any parts.

Remove the 3 screws around the fan.

Using your fingers or the spudger, disconnect the cable connecting the fan to the motherboard.

Once the cable connecting the fan to the motherboard is revomed gently remove fan with hands.