Installing MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 Battery

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Lower Case  ¶ 

  • Remove the following 10 screws securing the lower case to the Air:

    • Six 2.8 mm Phillips screws.

    • Two 3.8 mm Phillips screws.

    • Two 5.4 mm Phillips screws.

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Add Note Edit Step 2  ¶ 

  • Slightly lift the lower case near the vents and push it toward the rear of the computer to free the mounting tabs.

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Add Note Edit Step 3 — Battery  ¶ 

  • Disconnect the battery connector by pulling it straight out of its socket.

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Add Note Edit Step 4  ¶ 

  • Remove the following nine screws securing the battery to the Air:

    • Four 2.9 mm Phillips.

    • Four 3.8 mm Phillips.

    • One 7.2 mm Phillips.

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Add Note Edit Step 5  ¶ 

  • Lift the battery out of the Air.

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

For more information, check out the MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 device page.

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