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The March 2015 update of Apple's 13" MacBook Pro Retina Display, model A1502, features fifth-generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processors and introduces the Force Touch trackpad.

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Trackpad cable zif connector broke in battery replacement, now what

I replaced my Macbook battery and attempted to re-fasten the keyboard ribbon, then realized the ZIF connector was not in the “unlocked” position, and in trying to lift it, a bit broke off. Should I just take it to a third party repair shop? The goal of replacing the battery myself was to avoid extra repair fees but now I’m totally regretting it.

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Sadly you’ll need to get a new trackpad and likely need a new cable as well ;-{

Review this guide on how to route the properly connect the cable into the ZIF connector MacBook Pro 13" Retina Display Early 2015 Trackpad Replacement

Replace a malfunctioning or scratched trackpad compatible with an Early 2015 A1502 model 13" MacBook Pro with Retina display. Image

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MacBook Pro 13" Retina (Early 2015) Trackpad

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Replace the flex cable that connects the trackpad to the logic board compatible with the Early 2015 model A1502 MacBook Pro 13" Retina laptop. Part #821-00184. Image

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MacBook Pro 13" Retina (Early 2015) Trackpad Cable

$9.99

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