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| [title] Thermal pad info | |
| [* icon_note] If the thermal pad is damaged in any way, follow the [guide|178407|thermal pad replacement guide|stepid=379600|new_window=true] to apply a new thermal pad during reassembly. | |
| [* icon_note] If the thermal pad stuck to the top cover and is in good condition, you can proceed with this repair and simply reinstall the top cover with the thermal pad. | |
| - | [* icon_note] If the thermal pad stuck to the processor and is in good condition: |
| - | [* black] Use a pair of tweezers or your fingers to remove the thermal pad and set it aside. |
| + | [* icon_note] If the thermal pad stuck to the processor and is in good condition, use a pair of tweezers or your fingers to remove the thermal pad and set it aside. Then, follow the reassembly instructions below. |
| [* icon_reminder] During reassembly: | |
| [* black] Use high concentration (greater than 90%) isopropyl alcohol and a coffee filter or lint-free cloth to clean the new processor and the area of the cover that will contact the thermal pad. | |
| [* black] Apply the thermal pad to the [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/vyiAtWjK3Ev6xRIR.full|processor|new_window=true] on the new processor module. | |
| [* black] Proceed with re-installing the top cover. |