DIY Guide: Xbox 360 S Fan Replacement – Step-by-Step Tutorial

– Next up, it’s time to tackle the top vent! You’ll be popping it off the top panel, which is held in place by thirteen little clips. Let’s get to it!

– Position the console so the ‘XBOX 360’ text on the sides is right-side up, with the faceplate looking to the left.

– Carefully slide a metal spudger between the top vent and the top bezel at the back of the Xbox.

– Gently twist the spudger away from the console to lift the edge of the fan vent until those pesky plastic clips pop free.

– Gently slide a metal spudger into the gap between the fan vent and the top bezel on the left side of the console. You’ve got this!

– Now, just like you did before, start prying the left side of the top vent away from the top bezel. Keep it steady!

– Keep on prying along the left side of the device, making sure to pop all the clips free on that side. You’re doing great!

– Gently lift the fan vent from the left side, which is now free, and watch as it pops away from the clips on the right side.

– Now, go ahead and remove that fan vent completely. You’re doing great!

– Next up, it’s time to pop those six clips out! You’ll see them glowing in red, just waiting for your expert touch. Let’s get to it!

– Slide a metal spudger into the front-most gap on the left side of the top bezel, right between the bottom edge of the clip and the left case. You’ve got this!

– Now, give that spudger a little twist away from the console while gently pulling up on the top bezel to release the clip. Easy peasy!

– Now, let’s tackle those last two clips on the left edge of the top bezel – use the same technique you mastered earlier to set them free.

– Take hold of the top panel and gently lift the left edge high enough for the clips to chill on the left case.

– If any clips decide to rejoin the party, just grab your trusty spudger and give them a gentle nudge to separate again.

– Let’s get started by rotating your Xbox 360 S so the rear is on the right and the right case is facing you – easy peasy!

– Now, take a metal spudger and carefully insert it through the slit on the right edge of the top bezel, making sure it’s between the clip and the right case. You’re doing great!

– While gently lifting the top bezel with your fingers, rotate the spudger away from the console to release the clip. Almost there, you’re a rockstar!

– Just like you did earlier, go ahead and pop those middle and front clips loose along the right edge of the top panel. You’ve got this!

– Gently lift the top panel away from the device, like you’re peeling a banana!

– If the clips have decided to cling on for dear life, grab your trusty spudger and coax them back to their original spot.

– Give that latch holding down the hard drive cover a little push to the left.

– Now gently pull the hard drive cover away from the console. You’re doing great!

– Grab that little fabric tab that tells you the size of your hard drive (like ‘250 GB’) with a firm grip.

– Now, gently pull the hard drive straight out from the console. You’ve got this!

– It’s held in place by the seven clips you see at the bottom panel. Let’s get those clips to cooperate!

– Carefully slip a metal spudger into the gap between the black bottom vent and the silver rim of the bottom bezel, focusing on the rear right corner of the vent.

– Gently pry the vent away from the console by rotating the spudger, taking care to release the vent from the bottom bezel.

– Just like you did earlier, gently pop open the last two clips on the bottom right edge. You’ve got this!

– Alright, let’s get that bottom vent off! Give it a gentle lift away from the bottom bezel, and it should come right off.

– To detach those cheeky red clips, grab a metal spudger and slide it right under the bottom edge of the clip. Once you’re underneath, give it a gentle pry away from the console, and voilà! The clip is free. Easy peasy!

– Slide your trusty metal spudger into the tiny opening at the rear left corner of the bottom bezel. It’s like a secret door to your device’s heart!

– Gently pivot the spudger away from the device while lifting the rear bezel up with your other hand. Think of it as giving your device a little lift-off!

– Start by inserting a trusty metal spudger through the left middle slit of the bottom bezel – you’ll find it’s the perfect spot to get some leverage. Gently slide it between the bottom edge of the clip and the left case, and you’re on your way!

– Now it’s time to get that clip free. Pull the bottom bezel up and rotate the spudger away from the console at the same time. This might take a little finesse, but you’ve got this!

– Repeat the process for the clip at the front of the bottom bezel’s left edge. It’s similar to the last step, so you’re a pro at this by now!

– Slide the spudger into the back slit on the right side of the bottom bezel. Give it a little nudge behind the clip by pressing down while pushing the tip gently against the right case.

– At the same time, release that clip and lift the bottom bezel up like a pro!

– Slide a spudger in between the shiny silver rim and the bottom bezel, right above that little clip you see.

– Gently pop the clip while lifting up on the bottom bezel. You’ve got this!

– Give that bottom bezel a little lift on the left side. You want to create a little space to work with.

– Now grab your trusty metal spudger and slide it in behind the last clip on the left side. Gently push the clip away from the right side of the case. You’re practically there!

– First things first! Find those two sneaky clips hiding at the top edge of the console, right behind the Wi-Fi card. They’re just waiting for you to discover them!

– Now, with one hand gently pushing the left and right cases apart, take a metal spudger and carefully pry those clips away from the case. You’re doing great—keep it steady!

– Slide a spudger in between the left and right cases to keep them apart while you tackle other parts of your project.

– As you gently pry the left and right cases apart with one hand, go ahead and release the clip that’s hanging out next to the hard drive slot. You’re doing great!

– Keep those cases separated, like a dramatic showdown – you don’t want those clips sneaking back together!

– Now, get your spudger in there, slide it in between the cases, right below the clip. Like a superhero, it’s going to help you split them apart!

– Let’s get started by inserting the flat edge of a metal spudger between the left and right cases, where the warranty sticker used to be. This is the first step in separating the cases.

– Next, gently pry the left case upwards to create a gap between the two cases. Then, carefully slide the spudger in toward the left case to loosen it.

– Finally, rotate the spudger upward to release the last clip. If you’re having trouble with this step, don’t worry – it’s a bit tricky. Take your time and be patient, and you’ll get it done. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.

– Let’s get this party started! Release the clip on the front left corner of the top edge. This secures the left case to the faceplate, so you’ll want to be careful!

– Flip the console over so the bottom is facing upward. Get ready to rock and roll!

– Release one clip in the front left corner of the bottom edge securing the left case to the faceplate. Easy peasy!

– Rotate the left case away from the device to release the last two inner clips. You’re doing great!

– Remove the left case. You’re almost there!

– Ready to unleash the right case from the faceplate? Just give that clip near the front right corner of the top edge a gentle release. It’s like giving your device a little hug, but with less emotion. 😉

– Pop that clip open in the bottom right corner of the top edge to set the right case free from the front case. You’re almost there!

– Give that faceplate a little lift from the left side, like you’re opening a secret treasure chest! You’ll feel the last couple of clips let go on the right side.

– Now, gently detach the faceplate from the rest of the device – think of it like a puzzle piece coming out of its home.

– Grab your trusty spudger or just your fingernail and gently lift that clear blue tab away from the connector. You’ve got this!

– Now, slide the locking tab on the power switch board cable connector toward the top of the console. Easy peasy!

– Next up, pull the power switch cable straight out of the connector. Nice and steady!

– And voilà! The faceplate is now free from the rest of the console. Look at you go!

– Let’s get started by removing the two 5.6 mm T8 Torx screws that hold the RF module in place on the metal case.

– Gently pull the board straight out from the Xbox to set it free.

– Let’s get that wireless card out! First, remove the single T10 Torx screw holding it in place.

– Now, gently pull the Wi-Fi Board out of the console. It’s like giving it a little high five, but with less enthusiasm.

– Peel off the big white sticker from the metal frame to reveal a hidden screw waiting for you.

– Unscrew those five 5.5 mm T10 Torx screws that are holding the right case to the metal frame. You’ve got this!

– Time to get this repair started! Carefully lift the right case off by its metal framework.

– Time to set that optical drive free! Start by disconnecting the optical drive data cable from the back of the optical drive.

– Next, gently pull out the power cable from the back of the optical drive to keep things tidy and ready for the next steps.

– Gently pop the optical drive out of your Xbox and give it some room to breathe. You’ve got this!

– Time to tackle that little screw! Gently unscrew the shiny 11.3 mm gold T10 Torx screw from the spot labeled ‘G.’ You’ve got this!

– Gently pop the fan duct off the fan like you’re lifting a lid off a pot—easy peasy!

– Say goodbye to that pesky 9.2 mm T10 Torx screw holding the hard drive cable connector snugly to the plastic bracket. It’s time to let it go!

– Now, gently lift the hard drive cable connector off the hard drive bracket. You’re doing great!

– Time to get that 11.3 mm T10 Torx screw out of the way! It’s the one holding the hard drive bracket snug against the metal frame, right by the DC-In port. Let’s do this!

– Gently pop the hard drive bracket out of its cozy metal frame. You’ve got this!

– Time to unplug that fan! Gently pull the connector off the logic board. It’s like giving your device a little break from the spinning madness.

– Let’s loosen those screws holding the fan! Use your trusty Phillips screwdriver to gently remove the two 11.7 mm screws securing the fan to the heat sink in the bottom right and top left corners of the fan.

– Now, carefully lift the fan from the logic board assembly. No need to be rough, just a gentle lift and it’ll be ready for the next step!