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MacBook Pro 13" Retina Display Late 2013 Battery Connector Replacement

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  1. MacBook Pro 13" Retina Display Late 2013 Battery Connector Replacement, Battery Connector: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • If necessary, remove the plastic cover adhered to the battery contact board.

  2. MacBook Pro 13" Retina Display Late 2013 Battery Connector Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 MacBook Pro 13" Retina Display Late 2013 Battery Connector Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Use the flat end of a spudger to lift the battery connector straight up out of its socket on the logic board.

    • Be sure you lift up only on the connector itself, not the socket, or you risk permanent damage to the logic board.

  3. MacBook Pro 13" Retina Display Late 2013 Battery Connector Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Bend the battery connector up out of the way to prevent accidental contact with its socket during your repair.

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