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.
What you need
Video Overview
-
-
Remove three, 5mm Phillips head #1 screws.
-
Lift straight up on the metal tray to remove it.
-
-
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.