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Cleaning Fan and Thermal Paste
Title
Thinkpad L13 Cleaning Fan & Replacing Thermal Paste
Introduction
I've had my laptop for +2 years now, and after a hot British summer noticed my laptop was getting very hot underneath.
After installing "[link|https://almico.com/speedfan.php|SpeedFan]" I noticed I was reaching CPU temps above 60 degrees celsius while idling.
I reviewed a few guides:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2_Vj288AWE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aD3AGwHKWp4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5mhPRpdjf6M
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn2ZNOyGMkU
And went to work!
I've taken some photos while I went about it, and have shared them in this guide.
Much thanks to my wife who provided a helping hand with cleaning the fan blades.
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Conclusion
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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  • Phillips #0 Screwdriver x1 added.
  • iFixit Opening Tool x1 added.
  • Cotton Swabs x1 added.

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  • Thermal Grizzly Paste 1g x1 added.
  • Isopropyl Alcohol x1 added.

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