Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5-1570 Fan Replacement

ID: 130631

Description: A faulty fan in the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5-1570...

Steps:

1. Remove the ten 5 mm Phillips #00 screws that are holding the back panel on.

2. Use a spudger to pry open the back case at the two hinge cutouts.
3. Gently use the plastic opening tool around the edges of the laptop to pry up the clips holding the rest of the back panel.

4. Once all the clips have been disengaged, lift off the back cover.

5. Remove the two 5 mm Phillips #00 screws that secure the fan in place.

6. Using your hands, remove the wire that is wrapped around the base of the fan.

7. Disconnect the wire holding the fan and the motherboard together.
8. Remove the fan from the device.