MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Battery Replacement

Step 1 Lower Case

• Remove the eight 4 mm Phillips screws securing the lower case to the MacBook.
Step 2




• The lower case is constructed of rubber-coated aluminum. Do not excessively bend the aluminum during removal, as any permanent deformation will cause tolerance issues after reassembly.
• Slightly lift the lower case near the vent opening.
• Continue running your fingers between the lower and upper cases until the upper case pops off its retaining clips.
• The location of these three clips is shown in the third picture.
Step 3 Battery
• Use the flat end of a spudger to lift the battery connector up out of its socket on the logic board.
• It may be easier to use your fingernails to lift up on both sides of the connector.
Step 4
• Remove two 5 mm Tri-point screws securing the battery to the upper case.
Step 5
• Use the tip of a spudger to carefully peel back the finger of the warning label to reveal a hidden Tri-point screw.
• Remove the 5 mm Tri-point screw securing the battery to the upper case.
Step 6
• Remove three 3.1 mm Phillips screws securing the battery near the edge of the upper case.
• When reinstalling the battery, be sure to install these three screws before proceeding to fasten the Tri-point screws.
Step 7
• Use the battery's plastic pull tab to lift and remove the battery from the upper case.

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