The chain no longer works to turn on/off the light. I would like to know how to take apart the fan & repair the problem.

The ceiling fan light switch is easy. Switch usually available at a hardware or ceiling fan store.
Crimp connectors may be used by the OEM. Wirenuts can be used on the replacement. It's an SPST pull chain switch with only two wires.

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I have found some three wire fan,light switches. To replace the switch , Remove the lights, under bottom cup like cover { three small screws to remove} then pull off cover and remove old swith { before cutting draw out on paper how the switch is hooked up} Replace switch ,replace cover ,replace lights. { DO ONE THING FIRST< TURN OFF WALL SWITCH OR THE BREAKER IN HOUSE POWWER PANEL} Hope I was OF help: