MacBook Pro 15″ Unibody Mid 2009 Right Fan Replacement
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 5 Steps
Heads up! Before diving into this repair adventure, make sure you’re in a well-lit space and have all your tools at the ready. A little prep goes a long way in making this process smoother and more enjoyable. Remember, if you hit a snag or just want a helping hand, you can always schedule a repair.
Swapping out a faulty fan is a breeze and will ensure your laptop stays chill.
Step 1
– Time to get your screwdriver ready! Let’s tackle those ten screws that are holding the lower case snugly to the upper case. You’ve got this!
Step 2
– With a little teamwork from both hands, gently lift the lower case by the vent to release it from the two clips holding it snugly to the upper case.
– Carefully remove the lower case and place it to the side, giving it a well-deserved break.
Step 3
– Grab your trusty spudger and gently nudge that fan connector straight up off the logic board. You’ve got this!
Let’s dive into the second and third snapshots, where the fan socket and the fan connector are waiting for you. It’s like a treasure hunt, so handle the plastic fan socket with care as your spudger does its lifting magic on the fan connector. Remember, even if the logic board looks a bit fancy in the second picture, the fan socket remains your trusty companion!
A little twist of the spudger from below the fan cable wires can do wonders to unhook that connector. You’re almost there!
Tools Used
Step 4
– Unscrew those three T6 Torx screws that are keeping the right fan cozy with the logic board and upper case. Let’s give that fan some room to breathe!
Step 5
– Gently lift the right fan out of the upper case, like you’re giving it a little hug as it says goodbye to its cozy home.
