Specifications

Thermal Paste Application
The following instructions explain how to apply thermal paste to the thermal pipe in the iMac (Flat Panel)
computer. Failure to follow these instructions could cause the computer to overheat and damage internal
components.
Tools
This procedure requires the following tools:
• Plastic stylus or nylon probe tool (922-5065) to remove the old thermal paste
• Thermal paste (922-4757), each tube contains 4-5 applications
Procedure
1. Thoroughly clean the thermal film from the mating surfaces (circled below). Use a plastic stylus to scrape
the surfaces clean. Note: Do not use an abrasive material or liquid cleaner.
General Information
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