HP Elite x2 1012 G2 Cooling Fan Replacement

Orient the device so the back is facing you, with the kickstand up.

Remove the six 3mm Torx T5 screws underneath the kickstand.

Turn the device over so the screen is facing you.

Place a suction cup firmly onto a corner of the screen.

Lift up gently until you see the screen separate from the casing.

Repeat this process for all four corners.

Lift the screen up and off of the device.

Remove the two connectors on the back of the screen by lifting the connector tabs on the motherboard with a plastic opening tool and pulling gently.

Remove the screen by gently lifting it off of the device.

Orient the device so that the battery is closest to you.

Remove all six Phillips 3 mm screws around the battery by rotating in the counterclockwise direction with a Phillips screwdriver.

Remove the battery's connector by pushing both sides of the tab towards yourself with a plastic opening tool.

Lift the battery out of the device.

Use the spudger tools to lift the copper tape and expose the screws.

Use Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove seven 3 mm screws.

Lift the heatsink off the motherboard.

Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the final two 3 mm screws that secure the fan.

Use a spudger to lift the fan from the main unit.

Use a spudger to lift the connection for the fan and disconnect the plug from the motherboard.