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You will learn how to open the ThinkPad X1 Carbon and replace the CPU Fan
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Loosen the seven cover screws. They will not come out.
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Use a spudger to pop loose the cover and slide it off.
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Gently remove battery connector by pushing with the spudger in the direction of the arrow.
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Remove four screws holding battery in place and remove battery.
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The 4 perimeter screws also hold the tow audio speakers in place. And there is a 5th screw dead center of the battery. The battery cable is not easy to remove, nor is it easy to re-connect.
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Use your spudger to open the connector in the direction of the arrow. Carefully remove the ribbon cable
Hi! Does anybody know where to get the little black clip that fixes the fan cable to the connector? Unfortunately I broke it when I removed the fan. Any other suggestions on how to fix the cable are appreciated.
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Loosen screws and pull fan up and out of the case.
Which generation X1 Carbon is this? I have a 1st Gen and a 5th Gen, neither match this layout. Please updated with the Generation in the title. Thank you.
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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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Great guide. I do recommend ordering the recommended tools, especially the spudger. There isn’t a lot of room to get the battery cable disconnected, so some of my other spudgers weren’t sturdy enough or wouldn’t have fit. My computer is working again and I didn’t have to pay a king’s ransom and wait 3 weeks (hey, I’m in Montana! I’m lucky to find anyone to fix a computer). Thanks!
