HOW to remove fan from this motherboard ???

[hencre]

hi,

See attached pictures. This is an old Intel Brookdale 845G motherboard.
HOW to remove fan from this motherboard ???

When I move the white clips on top, sink & fan body moves a bit, but does not come out. Entire body doesnt twist or turn.

Thanks !

 

[geekapproved]

Fire it up and let it get hot, then power it down, unclamp it and twist it carefully while pulling up, it should come loose when the thermal compound is hot.