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This guide will walk you through the process of replacing the fan in your Lenovo IdeaPad 3-15IML05. Over time, dust or a faulty fan can lead to overheating and system issues. By following these steps, you'll be able to replace the fan y and restore optimal cooling performance to your laptop.
Before you begin this repair, make sure that your laptop is off and disconnected from the power adapter.
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Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the following screws:
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Six 7 mm screws
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Four 4 mm screws
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Insert an opening pick into the seam between the lower case and chassis.
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Slide the pick around the entire perimeter until all of the plastic retaining clips release.
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Remove the lower case.
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Use a plastic spudger or your fingernail to gently push the JST battery connector out of its socket.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three screws securing the fan to the chassis.
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Grip the tab at the end of the bundle cable and pull the connector slowly and steadily out of its socket to disconnect the fan cable.
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Disconnect the fan from the heat sink.
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Gently unhook the black wire from the tabs around the edge of the fan.
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Lift the fan from the laptop to remove it.
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To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.
To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.