Installing MacBook Pro 15" Core 2 Duo Models A1226 and A1260 Left Fan

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Replacing a defective fan is pretty easy and will keep your laptop running cool.

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Battery  ¶ 

  • Use your fingers to push both battery release tabs away from the battery, and lift the battery out of the computer.

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Add Note Edit Step 2 — RAM Shield  ¶ 

  • Remove the three identical 2mm Phillips screws from the memory door.

  • Lift the memory door up enough to grip it and slide it toward you, pulling it away from the casing.

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Add Note Edit Step 3 — Upper Case  ¶ 

  • Remove the two 2.8 mm Phillips screws in the battery compartment near the latch.

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Required Tools

Spudger

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T6 Torx Screwdriver

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Phillips #00 Screwdriver

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