Dell Latitude 3390 2-in-1 Heat Sink Replacement

ID: 200255

Description: The heatsink is responsible for drawing heat...

Steps:

1. Power off the device and unplug all cables before beginning.
2. Flip the laptop over so that the bottom side is facing up. Place it on a soft, static free surface to prevent damage.
3. Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to carefully remove all nine 6.7 mm-long screws securing the back cover.

4. Insert an opening tool into the seam between the back cover and chassis.
5. Pry around the perimeter of the back cover until it fully releases.
6. Lift off the back cover slowly and set it aside.
7. Avoid using metal tools, as they can scratch or damage the casing.

8. Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four 4 mm-long screws securing the battery.

9. Disconnect the battery from the motherboard by gently pulling the connector straight out of its socket.
10. Don't pull on the cable.

11. Carefully lift out the old battery from its compartment, ensuring that no cables or connectors are pulled or damaged.

12. The heat sink is located on the top center of the laptop and curves to connect to the fan.

13. Remove the four 4 mm-long Phillips #0 screws that secure the heat sink.

14. Carefully lift the heat sink out.