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This section provides the removal procedure for the heat exchanger/fan.

5-mm	cable
screws (2)
	fan
	heat exchanger

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To remove the heat exchanger/fan, follow these steps (see Figure 4-36):

1.Remove the two 5-mm screws securing the heat exchanger.

2.Disconnect the fan cable from connector JP17 on the system board.

3.Remove the heat exchanger/fan.

4.Inspect the two thermal pads on the bottom of the heat exchanger and replace them if necessary.

When reinstalling the heat exchanger/fan, be sure to reconnect the fan cable to JP17; if you have an internal modem, there is an identical connector (JP2) next to JP17.

The heat exchanger/fan can be removed without removing the palmrest assembly.

1.Remove the two 5-mm screws securing the heat exchanger.

2.Disconnect the fan cable from connector JP17 on the system board.

3.Lift the heat exchanger and rotate it upward.

4.Slide the heat exchanger/fan toward the front of the computer until the fan is completely clear of the overhanging palmrest plastic.

5.Lift the heat exchanger/fan out at an angle.

6.Inspect the two thermal pads on the bottom of the heat exchanger and replace them if necessary.

Removing and Replacing Parts 4-55