3Carefully disconnect and move any cables that are routed over the heat sink assembly.

CAUTION: Despite having a plastic shield, the heat sink assembly may be very hot during normal operation. Be sure that it has had sufficient time to cool before you touch it.

4Remove heat sink (see step 6 of "Removing the Processor" on page 148).

5Disconnect the processor fan cable from the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 107).

6Ensure that all cables have been removed from the routing clips on the top of the processor fan assembly.

7Clean the grease from the heat sink surface previously in contact with the processor.

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