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ASUS Q302L Fan Replacement

Introduction

This guide will take you through the steps of replacing a cooling fan that is no longer working.

What you need

  1. ASUS Q302L Fan Replacement, Back Case: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Make sure the laptop is disconnected from a power supply and is TURNED OFF.

    • Use a Phillips #0 screw driver to remove all ten 10 mm screws around the back of the laptop.

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    • Wedge a plastic opening tool under the rear case near the hinge.

    • Pry around the outer edge to release the plastic clips holding the rear case to the laptop.

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  4. ASUS Q302L Fan Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Once the cover is free from all the clips, remove the cover from the laptop.

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  5. ASUS Q302L Fan Replacement, Fan: step 4, image 1 of 2 ASUS Q302L Fan Replacement, Fan: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove all three 4mm screws around the fan.

    • Using the same screw driver, remove the four 4mm screws from the part of the fan that is above the processor.

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    • Gently wedge two plastic prying tools on both sides of the black part of the connector.

    • Carefully pull out the connector from its socket.

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    • Once all screws and the connector are removed, you can safely pull the fan out of its place.

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Conclusion

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

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