Removal steps for ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1
When installing:
• Ensure that the connector is attached firmly.
• Do not press the top of the fan cover and the fan hub.
• Before you attach the fan assembly to the computer, apply thermal grease, at an amount of 0.2 grams, on
the part marked
a
as shown in the following illustrations. Either too much or too less application of grease
can cause a thermal problem due to imperfect contact with a component.
– For Z13 Gen 1, apply thermal grease on the part marked
– For Z16 Gen 1, apply thermal grease on the part marked
illustrations.
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a
as shown in the following illustrations.
a
and
b
as shown in the following