Removing AMD FX 4170 stock cooler help

[Jugeezy]

Hello everyone! Recently I've been looking for an aftermarket CPU cooler for my build, and I've made my choice (Corsaid H60). Unfortunately, I cannot figure out how to remove my CPU's stock cooler. I threw the manuals away (stupid on me). I know I need to unlatch the stuff on the tops and bottoms of the cooler, but I'm lost after that. Thank you!

 

[Z1NONLY]

Generally, you just remove the "latches" and then gently break the bond of the thermal paste. I prefer to give a little twist, but not every application will allow for that. (May not be room)

The latch should disengage at two locations before you can remove it.

 

[Jugeezy]

Best answer selected by Jugeezy.

 

[Jugeezy]

Generally, you just remove the "latches" and then gently break the bond of the thermal paste. I prefer to give a little twist, but not every application will allow for that. (May not be room)

The latch should disengage at two locations before you can remove it.

Thanks! Turns out I only need to twist it a bit, because the paste cemented over