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Introduction

This guide will cover everything needed in order to access the Dell Latitude 5320 2-in-1 fan unit and replace it. The Dell Latitude 5320 2-in-1 fan unit is responsible for the device's internal cooling. The fan unit ensures the device is running smoothly and efficiently by dissipating heat to prevent overheating of the hardware. Having a faulty or stuck fan unit can be detrimental for your Dell Latitude 5320 2-in-1. The fan unit moves heat out and away from the CPU; this is important to prevent permanent damage to hardware under excessive loads. Conduct regular maintenance to the fan unit and replace it with a direct OEM unit if necessary.

Make sure to visit the troubleshooting pages for proper diagnosis of your Dell Latitude 5320 2-in-1 before opening up your laptop, upgrading or removing any components.

Before you begin disassembly on your Dell Latitude 5320 2-in-1, make sure the device is powered off, unplugged from the charger, and the battery is disconnected.

What you need

Step 1 Disconnecting Dell Latitude 5320 2-in-1 Battery

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Shut down your laptop completely.
Unplug the laptop from any charging cables or other connected accessories.
Flip the laptop over so the bottom case is facing upward.

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Step 2

Using a Phillips #000 screwdriver, loosen the eight captive screws that secure the bottom cover.
The screws will remain attached to the cover, so do not try to remove them completely. Turn each screw until it spins freely and you feel it no longer tightens.

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Step 3

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Insert an opening tool into the seam between the bottom cover and the rest of the device.
Gently work your way around the edges until the clips release. Lift the cover away and set it aside.

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Step 4

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Gently lift the battery cable straight up from its socket on the motherboard to disconnect it.

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Step 5 Fan

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Rotate the device so that the fan unit is located at the bottom right corner
Gently pull back the black flap covering the fan cable.
Unplug the fan cable from the motherboard socket.

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Step 6

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Remove the two 3mm fan screws using a Phillips #000 screwdriver.
Before lifting the fan, note that two cables are woven through the plastic tabs on the fan housing.
After carefully removing the wires from the plastic tabs carefully lift the fan unit out.