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Lenovo IdeaPad 3-15IML05 Fan Replacement

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  1. Lenovo IdeaPad 3-15IML05 Fan Replacement, Lower Case: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Lenovo IdeaPad 3-15IML05 Fan Replacement, Lower Case: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
    • Before beginning, discharge the battery below 25%, power the device off, and disconnect all peripherals.

    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the following screws:

    • Six 7 mm screws

    • Four 4 mm screws

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    • Insert an opening pick into the seam between the lower case and chassis.

    • Slide the pick around the entire perimeter until all of the plastic retaining clips release.

    • Remove the lower case.

    • Forcing the back cover open could break the plastic retaining clips.

    • During reassembly, lay the cover flat and press around the edges to secure it to the plastic clips.

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    • Use a plastic spudger or your fingernail to gently push the JST battery connector out of its socket.

    • Pulling directly on the cable could damage the connector.

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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.

    • Be careful that you do not damage the socket on the motherboard when disconnecting the fan cable.

    • Disconnect the fan from the heat sink.

    • Gently unhook the black wire from the tabs around the edge of the fan.

    • Lift the fan from the laptop to remove it.

    • If there is any resistance, double-check that the screws and connections have been removed

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To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
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