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HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan Replacement

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  1. HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Flip the laptop over so the model sticker faces the ceiling.

  2. HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 3 HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement: step 2, image 3 of 3
    • Use a Torx #5 screwdriver to remove the six 3.5 mm screws holding the back cover to the laptop.

  3. HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
    • Use the Phillips #000 screwdriver to remove the four 3.5 mm screws holding the battery.

    • After removing the screws, detach the battery wire from the mother board with the iFixit opening tool.

    • Then, carefully lift the battery off with the iFixit opening tool.

  4. HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement, Fan: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Locate the Cooling Fan in the device.

  5. HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2
    • Use the Phillips #000 screwdriver to remove the 3mm screws holding the fan in place.

    • Remove the wires connecting to the motherboard, using the iFixit opening tool.

    • The iFixit Opening Tool is not required, but recommended

  6. HP Spectre x360 13-ac023dx Fan  Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the Cooling Fan.

Conclusion

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

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