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Lenovo ThinkPad T495 CPU Fan Replacement

Introduction

If your Lenovo ThinkPad T495 is experiencing decreased performance and increased operating temperatures, this is a sign that your CPU is overheating. Before replacement, first check that the fan's blades are free of any dirt or debris. If the blades are gunky or clogged, first clean them with an ESD safe brush. If that doesn't solve the issue, then a fan replacement is in order. This step by step guide will show you how to replace the CPU fan in your laptop.

Note: Before placing the new fan, you must reapply new thermal paste when reattaching the CPU fan to the motherboard. For a walkthrough of this process, use this guide.

What you need

  1. Lenovo ThinkPad T495 CPU Fan Replacement, Baseplate: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to loosen the six captive screws.

    • The screws will stay attached to the back cover as you lift it off; do not attempt to remove them.

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  2. Lenovo ThinkPad T495 CPU Fan Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Use an iFixit opening tool to start prying under one of the hinges, between the baseplate and chassis, and work your way around the perimeter until the baseplate releases.

    • Lift off the baseplate.

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  4. Lenovo ThinkPad T495 CPU Fan Replacement, CPU Fan: step 3, image 1 of 2 Lenovo ThinkPad T495 CPU Fan Replacement, CPU Fan: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Firmly grip the white plug between your fingers and pull it straight backwards, parallel to the motherboard, until the fan connector releases.

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  5. Lenovo ThinkPad T495 CPU Fan Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to loosen the four captive screws.

    • Much like the back cover of the laptop, these four screws are not designed to be removed, and will stay attached to the fan as it is removed.

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  6. Lenovo ThinkPad T495 CPU Fan Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Lenovo ThinkPad T495 CPU Fan Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Lenovo ThinkPad T495 CPU Fan Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Lift the fan up and out to remove it.

    • Before you reinsert the fan, make sure to apply a pea-sized amount of thermal paste to the center of where the fan makes contact with the CPU. Check out this guide for more details.

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Conclusion

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

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2 Comments

I just used your instructions just to remove the baseplate and clean the fan. Worked, thank you! :)

My T495 is the LTE version. I noticed that you have to remove the SIM card tray from its slot (located on the "back" side between the hinges) to easily remove the backplate. I thought maybe you would want to add that in your instruction.

Peter Kogler - Reply

Buenas, ya llevé mi ThinkPad t495 con Lenovo y quería preguntarles ¿Es normal que cuando agitas el portátil suene como un clic?

SERGIO ANTONIO MEDINA GARCIA - Reply

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