Dell Precision 3480 How-To Install & Replace Your Cooling Fan


In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to install and replace the Cooling Fan on your Precision 3480 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 Precision 3480 Cooling Fan.

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 Phillips #0 screwdriver
  • 1 x small plastic scribe
Precision 3480 Fan

Dell Laptop Replacement Parts Needed

DIY Discount - Parts-People.com offers 5% off to all DO-IT-YOURSELFERS!
Use this coupon code to save 5% off these parts
DIYM514
Precision 3480 Cooling Fan

Video tutorial repair manual



Installation and Removal Instructions
Precision 3480 Cooling Fan

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

TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 and a

Step 2

TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 and a Unscrew the Bottom Base Cover (8 X captive screws).Pry apart and remove the Bottom Base Cover.TOOLS FOR THIS REPAIR: Phillips #0 and a
Disconnect the Battery Cable.

Step 3

Disconnect the Battery Cable.Disconnect the Battery Cable.
Disconnect the cooling fan cable.

Step 4

  • Disconnect the cooling fan cable.
Disconnect the cooling fan cable.Disconnect the cooling fan cable.
Unscrew and remove the Cooling Fan (2 x

Step 5

  • Unscrew and remove the Cooling Fan (2 x M2 x 5mm).
  • ***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.
Unscrew and remove the Cooling Fan (2 x ***FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL STEPS IN REVERSE TO REASSEMBLE YOUR LAPTOP.Unscrew and remove the Cooling Fan (2 x

Topics: Dell Precision Repair Manuals Dell Laptop Repair Dell Repair Manuals Cooling Fan Precision 3480

Join the conversation!

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.