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  • Remove the following three screws securing the fan to the upper case:

    • Two 5 mm Phillips screws.

    • One 7 mm Phillips screw.

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  • Lift the fan out of the upper case.

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Add Note Edit Step 11 — Logic Board  ¶ 

  • In the next few steps, you will disconnect the highlighted cables which connect the logic board to the upper case.

  • Each connector is different, so the following steps will show you how disconnect each in detail.

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  • Remove the single Phillips screw securing the battery cable cover to the upper case.

  • Remove the battery cable cover from the upper case.

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  • Use a spudger to pry the battery level indicator cable connector straight up off the logic board.

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  • Disconnect the battery cable connector by pulling it straight away from the logic board.

  • If you cannot grasp the cable with your fingers, a spudger and tweezers may be helpful for removal.

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  • Using the tip of a spudger, flip up the keyboard ribbon cable retaining flap.

  • Pull the keyboard ribbon cable straight out of its socket.

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Add Note Edit Step 16  ¶ 

  • Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the trackpad connector straight up off the logic board.

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