Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1470 Cooling Fan Replacement

Introduction

This guide covers how to replace the cooling fan. The fan cools the internal components by pulling in cool air and exhausting hot air from the system. A faulty fan will cause over heating and poor performance. If you find that your laptop is over heating it may be best to check that the vents are clear of dust and debris first then consider the changing the fan.

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Étape 1 Lower Case

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 4-1470 Cooling Fan Replacement, Lower Case: étape 1, image 1 de 1

Ensure your computer is completely OFF before starting this guide.
Remove the eight 6 mm screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.
Remove the two 11 mm screws using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

Modifier

I have to know how long the pins are in the clips that hold the hinges in place. I don’t want to destroy my tablet.

otlerelron - 11 févr. 2018 Réponse

Mine had ten tiny little star screws. Not Phillips.

Justen Hansen - 23 mai 2022 Réponse

Étape 2

Pry the back cover off by inserting the plastic opening tool at the hinges and wedging it between the Back cover and the body.
Follow along the back edge with the plastic opening tool, lifting the cover off as you go. It is normal to hear snapping/clicking sounds as the back cover is held on by clips.
Remove the cover.