In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Heatsink on your Dell Inspiron 1526 laptop. These installation instructions have be made into 4 easy to follow printable steps. We have also create a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell Inspiron 1526 Heatsink.
Before you begin
Dell repair manual service precautions
Tools needed for this laptop repair
- 1 x small phillips head screw driver
- 1 x small plastic scribe
Inspiron 1526 Heatsink
Inspiron 1526 Heatsink
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Video tutorial repair manual
Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell Inspiron 1526 Heatsink


Step 1
- Remove the battery.


Step 2
- Access Door
- Unscrew the 8 screws holding the Access Door Cover.
- Remove the cover, starting from right to left.
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Step 3
- Loosen the 5 retaining screws on the 1525/1526 heat sink.
- Remove the heat sink from the motherboard.
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Step 4
- Installation note 1: Make sure to replace thermal compound or thermal pads on the CPU and heatsink.
- Installation note 2: Tighten the heatsink screws in the order listed on the heatsink.
- **This image is used only as an example.**
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