3. Loosen the three Phillips captive screws (3) that secure the fan to the computer, and then remove the
fan from the computer (4).
Reverse this procedure to install the fan assembly.
Heat sink
To remove the heat sink, use these procedures and illustrations.
Table 6-11 Heat sink descriptions and part numbers
Description Spare part number
Heat sink M27459-001
Before removing the heat sink, follow these steps:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 32).
2. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 32).
3. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board (see Battery on page 42).
Remove the heat sink:
1. In the order indicated on the heat sink, loosen the four captive Phillips screws (1) that secure the heat
sink to the computer.
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