Introduction
The official guide has been updated and can be found here. This guide is archived for historical purposes.
If your PS4 is running hard and constantly overheating and has led you to replacing the fan, follow the steps below. Be aware that any replacement or teardown beyond the hard drive voids the Sony warranty.
Removing the motherboard separates the original thermal paste between the processor and the heat sink. Before you reassemble your device, reapply a new layer of thermal paste. Follow this guide to learn how.
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The fan is now exposed, remove the two 9mm Phillips head #1 screws.
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If your PS4 has a third screw at the upper right, remove it as well.
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Lift the fan up to remove it for replacement.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
