Dell Inspiron 16 (5620) How-To Install & Replace Your Cooling Fan/Heatsink


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Cooling Fan/Heatsink on your Dell Inspiron 16 (5620) laptop. These installation instructions have been made into 5 easy to follow printable steps. We have also created a video tutorial that shows you how to install your Dell Inspiron 16 (5620) Cooling Fan/Heatsink.

Before you begin

Please take the time read the following safety guidelines when working on static sensitive electrical components.
Dell repair manual service precautions

Tools needed for this laptop repair

  • 1 x small phillips head screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe

Video tutorial repair manual



Installation and Removal Instructions
Dell Inspiron 16 (5620) Cooling Fan/Heatsink

Before you begin: If you need help at any point, you can always contact Parts-People Repair Department for help with your diagnosis or repair.

Step 1

Use a Phillips Screwdriver to unscrew the

Step 2

Use a Phillips Screwdriver to unscrew the Use a Plastic Scribe to pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.Use a Phillips Screwdriver to unscrew the
Disconnect the Battery.

Step 3

Unscrew and remove the Heatsink (4 x captive screws).

Step 4

  • Unscrew and remove the Heatsink (4 x captive screws).
Unscrew and remove the Heatsink (4 x captive screws).Unscrew and remove the Heatsink (4 x captive screws).
Unscrew the Cooling Fan (2 x

Step 5

  • Unscrew the Cooling Fan (2 x M2 x 3mm).
  • Disconnect and remove the cooling fan.
  • ***FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN REVERSE TO REINSTALL YOUR PART.
Unscrew the Cooling Fan (2 x Disconnect and remove the cooling fan.***FOLLOW THESE STEPS IN REVERSE TO REINSTALL YOUR PART.

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