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Add Note Edit Step 9 — Audio Cable  ¶ 

  • Disconnect the port hatch ribbon cable from the logic board by pulling it straight up by its black pull tab.

  • If necessary, pull the audio out ribbon cable off the adhesive securing it to the upper case.

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  • Use the pointed end of a spudger to de-route the microphone cable from the hard drive bracket.

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  • Remove the following screws securing the hard drive to the upper case:

    • Two 3.9 mm Phillips screws.

    • One 4.7 mm Phillips screw.

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  • Use the tip of a spudger to remove the cosmetic screw cover to reveal the last remaining screw securing the hard drive.

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  • Remove the 4.7 mm Phillips screw securing the hard drive to the upper case.

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Add Note Edit Step 14  ¶ 

  • Lift the hard drive slightly and use a spudger to pry the audio cable connector up off the logic board.

  • Peel the audio cable off the adhesive securing it to the upper case.

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