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If your HP Envy x360 m Convertible 15m-cn0012dx is frequently overheating, use this guide to replace the fan.
A faulty fan does not effectively cool your computer.
Before starting, make sure all external connections are unplugged and the computer is turned off.
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Set the laptop face down.
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Peel back the grey screw guards, along the top and bottom edge of the back case. It may be helpful to use a spudger to get started.
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Using the Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the seven 5mm screws from the back case.
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Pry open the back cover using the iFixit Opening Tool.
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While using the tool, place a pick at each corner of the computer (be careful and do it slowly).
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Once all the corners are slightly lifted, carefully pop off the back cover.
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Remove the two 4mm screws from the fan using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
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Peel the tape off of the multicolor cable bundle connecting the fan to the motherboard.
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Use the iFixit opening tool to disconnect the connector.
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Peel back the tape from the heatsink.
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Use the Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four captive screws from the heatsink.
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Unlatch the black cable from the plastic guides on the fan.
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Lift the fan from the laptop case.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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You didn't show how to remove the Fan. You removed the Fan and Heat Sink. There's 4 more screws. Finish the job.