Introduction
This guide shows how to disassemble the HP Pavilion Sleekbook 14-b013cl in order to replace the cooling fan.
Tools
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            Flip the computer over and move the battery lock switch to the "unlocked" position (marked by an orange lock icon). 
 
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            Press the switch on the right-hand side of the back of the device towards the center until the gray battery icon is no longer visible. This will eject the battery. 
 
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            Using a Phillips #0 screwdriver, unscrew all nine of the screws from the bottom of the computer. 
 
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            Using a plastic or metal spudger, carefully pry apart the palm rest from the rest of the laptop. 
 
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            Unscrew the circuit board underneath the power button. 
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            Remove this circuit board by pulling up and away on the plastic tab. 
 
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            Using a Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove all the screws and take the metal plate off the mother board. 
 
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            Remove the three screws holding the cooling fan in place using a Phillips #0 screwdriver. 
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            Using a plastic opening tool, remove the power cable for the fan. 
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            Remove the fan from the device. 
 
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.