Fix xbox 360 error code 0012 - Microsoft vs yourself

• Remove the parts like DVD drive, the cooling fans, and lastly the motherboard. This must be done carefully and don't forget to disconnect the cables.
• Flip the motherboard, and unscrew the X clamp holding the heat sink. Flip it back to normal position.
• Remove the heat sink and you will see the CPU along with the GPU.

Clean the dust and apply arctic silver thermal compound very well coating the whole surface. Let it stand for 20 minutes. Place the heat sink and screw it up. Put back all the part together.

Fix xbox 360 error codes 0012 - Replacing the X clamp

In order to fix xbox 360 error code 0012 you can also replace the X clamp. Follow the guide to fix xbox 360 error code 0012 and you can do it yourself. Replacing the X clamp can give you the same results.