IBM ThinkPad T40 2373 Notebook "replace fan" Questions

...The fan doesn't engage when computer gets hot anymore.(laptop hot on bottom and keyboard) I have replaced the fan unit and still the same problem. Any suggestions on where else I should look to ...

...a fan error? That means the heatsink fan isn't working you will probably have to call lenovol (They replaced ibm). If you are getting a fan error, it means that your fan may be clogged with dust. Get ...

...needs to be replaced. Check the fan. it maybe faulty and if it does not spin freely, then replace the faulty fan. While you are fixing the fan, remove and vacuum the dust off the heat-sink

...Thanks! - Rick dear rickcat, i was able to get you screen shot assuming you already want to replace a new fan please take note that these screen shots guideline you but not exact

...laptop. You may have a faulty fan, check to fan, it should spin freely, if not the fan needs to be replaced. The fan and heatsink assenble may also be clogged with dust, remove the dust and vacuum

REPLACE FAN IN LENOVO T400 FAN ERROR Check Youtube for videos of replacing the fan. It will show you exactly what screws have to come out and in what order. Ribbon connectors are fragile and can break

fan (intermittent grinding noise) that I need to replace on my t40 2373. When I search for parts on EBay I have the option of getting a "long" or "short" fan assembly. Is there any way to tell which I

replaced fan cant get rid of fan error Replaced fan works fine now never overheats or shuts down just have to hit escape to start computer I just want the message to stop popping up cant find anything

replace fan...else ur processor will die soon....dont use the machine....take it to a tech shop and replace fan ASAP.... pls revert back...kindly give a feedback and rating to this solution....it will

fan is dead, and I need to replace it...correct? About how much will that cost, and where can I get it repaired? PS - I don't know if I entered the right IBM style (I don't have my laptop with me)...I