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Top Cable Shield Removal

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This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and isn’t meant to be used alone.

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    1. Top Cable Shield Removal, Unfasten the top cable shield: step 1, image 1 of 2 Top Cable Shield Removal, Unfasten the top cable shield: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three 1.2 mm screws securing the top cable shield.

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    2. Top Cable Shield Removal, Heat the top cable shield: step 2, image 1 of 2 Top Cable Shield Removal, Heat the top cable shield: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Apply a heated iOpener to the top cable shield for one minute to soften the adhesive securing it to the logic board.

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    3. Top Cable Shield Removal, Insert an opening pick: step 3, image 1 of 3 Top Cable Shield Removal, Insert an opening pick: step 3, image 2 of 3 Top Cable Shield Removal, Insert an opening pick: step 3, image 3 of 3
      • Insert an opening pick under the top cable shield and gently pry up to separate the adhesive.

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    4. Top Cable Shield Removal, Remove the top cable shield: step 4, image 1 of 2 Top Cable Shield Removal, Remove the top cable shield: step 4, image 2 of 2
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      • Use tweezers or your fingers to grab and remove the top cable shield.

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Conclusion

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

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