HP 14-dq5043cl Fan Replacement

Written By: Tristan Virgo

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Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

15 - 20 minutes

Introduction

Is your laptop overheating, are you struggling to keep your device cool, and is this resulting in your device crashing. If that's the case, you are more likely than not have damaged fans. Fans are a necessary component on all laptops that are responsible for managing cooling and expelling heat. In the event yours is damaged it is urgent you repair as soon as possible. Overheating on a device can lead to long term damage on other parts.

Tools

Parts

HP Fan - L63588-001 - Genuine

Step 1

For your safety, unplug all peripheries, discharge the battery below 25%, and power down your device before beginning disassembly.
Remove the two rubber feet on the lower case.
If you intend to reuse the rubber feet: Use a hairdryer or iOpener to lightly heat the feet to loosen the adhesive that secures them prior to removal. Take care not to stretch out the rubber.

Step 2

Remove the six M2XL6 Phillips screws that secure the lower case.

Step 3

Insert a nylon spudger into the seam between the lower case and chassis.
Pry around the entire perimeter until the lower case fully releases.
Remove the lower case.

Step 4

Remove the three M2xL3 Phillips screws that secure the fan.

Step 5

Gently disconnect the fan connector from its motherboard socket.
Lift the fan up and out.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow the above steps in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting or ask our Answers community for help.

Author

Tristan Virgo

Member since: 19/02/25

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