MacBook Core 2 Duo Memory Cover Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

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Introduction

This keeps the RAM levers out of the way of the battery and secures the hard drive.

What you need

1. Step 1 Battery
  Use a coin or spudger to rotate the battery-locking screw 90 degrees clockwise.
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2. Step 2
  Lift the battery out of the computer.
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1. Step 3 Memory Cover
  Unscrew the three evenly-spaced Phillips 000 screws from along the rear wall of the battery compartment.
  
  The screws are captive to the metal memory cover so you cannot lose them.
  
  Using The Flexible Extension sold by iFixit will help with this step.
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2. Step 4
  Grasp the right end of the L-shaped memory cover, then pull it towards you so it clears the battery compartment opening.
  
  Lift the memory cover up and out of the computer.
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Conclusion

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

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