HP Chromebook x360 14c-ca0053 Fan Replacement

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HP Chromebook x360 14c-ca0053 Fan Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

14

Time Required

20 - 35 minutes

Introduction

This guide outlines how to remove the fan of an HP Chromebook x360 14c-ca0053. The fan functions to prevent the device from overheating, but it is fragile and susceptible to damage. If the device is overheating or making a whining sound, the fan likely needs to be replaced.

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    • Use tweezers to apply light pressure on the outer sides of the 2 small screw covers located near the bottom of the device.

    • Rotate the covers until they pop up out of the screw socket enough to remove them with tweezers.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the two 3.5 mm screws.

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    • Use tweezers to peel back the feet on the top and bottom of the Chromebook to reveal four additional screws.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the 4 7 mm screws located at each corner of the device under the grips.

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    • Insert an opening pick between lower case and chassis.

    • Separate the lower case from the frame by sliding the opening pick along the perimeter until the case releases.

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    • Lift the lower case up and off.

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    • Open the tweezers wide enough to fit on each side of motherboard battery connection.

    • Pull the connector directly out of its socket.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the five 3 mm screws that secure the battery.

    • These screws are labeled 1-5.

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    • Lift the battery up and out.

    • Be careful as to not puncture or damage the battery.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the four 3 mm screws that secure the heatsink.

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    • Remove the heat sink.

    • Add thermal paste to the new heat sink before replacement.

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    • Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the three 3 mm screws that secure the fan.

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    • Place the tweezers gently underneath the fan's motherboard connection and lift up to disconnect it.

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    • Lift the fan up and out of the chassis.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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