Macbook Pro 15" Repair - Fan Removal

[sgal88]

Question: I have a problem with the fan on the right side. I have a basic idea on how to remove etc., but my only question is about the tape it is using. When replacing it, will I need a special tape as it has now or can I just replace it and not worry about some special tape?

[PowerbookMedic]

@sgal88 - You usually can reuse the tape. If not, you can use anti-static tape strips to replace them. The strips are available from our website.

[sgal88]

@PowerbookMedic Do you need a tape?

[PowerbookMedic]

@sgal88 - Using the tape is recommended.

[wrxstiawd]

@sgal88 What does that tape do besides hold down the wires?

[Patriotgamez]

That music is so gentle and calming. I think I can do this!!!

[yetanotherfakeemail]

BE CAREFUL WITH THE LOGIC BOARD!!!!!!!!!!!!

DO NOT FORCE ANYTHING, I BROKE A COMPONENT OFF THE BOARD BECAUSE I AM AN IDIOT!!!!!! BE CAREFUL!!!!!!

[3mariusx]

@yetanotherfakeemail ;)) what did you breaked? did the service center helped you repair it?

[gaiahelper101]

i thin mine is jus a loose conection cause it turned on two days ago

[PowerbookMedic]

@gaiahelper101 - It is almost impossible to have a "loose connection" with these connectors.

[bpeterson81]

THAT was gently?! lol

[SewardsLesson]

do I need to remove my fans to clean them? All i want to do is clean the dust out from the inside...

[PowerbookMedic]

@SewardsLesson - You could just take off the top case and used compressed air to blow them out. However, removing them is just a small step beyond that.

[applelphone]

i did this on my macbook pro 15 1.83ghz and now when i turn it on i can hear it go on but the screens stays dark/off. PLEASE HELP...did i disconnect something?

[Romeszzz]

@applelphone i got the same problem, did you fixed it?

[pepper2021]

Thank you! I removed my left fan about a month or so ago.. The video really gave me the confidence to fix my own problems and not overpay the apple store for things I can do myself..... Great!

[GrayZer0]

Thanks alot!

[maxx756]

Thanks I bought My left side fan from your company. It took me about an hour to do it. I found a small bug under the fan. The new fan works great and is quiet.

[kai199191]

nice work!!

[lovewolrd]

cool!

[frontsidesnap]

thanks