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MacBook Pro 15" Retina Display Mid 2012 Battery Connector Replacement

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  1. MacBook Pro 15" Retina Display Mid 2012 Battery Connector Replacement, Battery Connector: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Peel back the warning label covering the battery connector.

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  3. MacBook Pro 15" Retina Display Mid 2012 Battery Connector Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 MacBook Pro 15" Retina Display Mid 2012 Battery Connector Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Using the flat end of a spudger, gently pry the battery connector straight up out of its socket on the logic board.

    • Bend the battery cables back and out of the way, ensuring that the battery connector doesn't accidentally make contact with the logic board.

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Conclusion

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

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