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Use this guide to replace a faulty cooling fan of a Lenovo IdeaPad S210 Touch. Replacing the cooling fan can alleviate problems caused by overheating such as unexpected shutdowns and shortened battery life. The operation is a simple process that involves a #0 Phillips screwdriver and the removal of screws that hold the fan in place.
Before beginning the removal process, ensure your device is turned off and disconnected from power supplies.
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Place the laptop down with the cooling vents facing upwards.
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Use your finger to slide the latch towards the unlocked position (away from the other latch). If done correctly you will see red.
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Slide the second latch to the unlocked position while gently pulling the battery away from the laptop.
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Using the #0 Phillips screwdriver, remove the nine 4mm screws on the back panel.
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Gently pull the two rubber feet closest to battery away from the device. Using a #0 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 5mm screw under each rubber foot.
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Slowly begin working your plastic opening tool along the panel to undo the latches around the laptop.
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If any tape is present, remove all tape from the area within the red area.
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Using a #0 Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the four 3mm captive screws securing the copper tube onto the motherboard.
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Remove the tape connecting the copper tubing to the cooling fan.
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Lift and remove the heat sink assembly.
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Using a #0 Phillips screwdriver, remove the three 3mm screws around the perimeter of the fan.
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Remove the wiring from the motherboard by gently pulling the wire connector at the base of the wires.
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Once the wires are removed, the cooling fan assembly is disconnected. You may now remove the cooling fan.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
