How to Replace MacBook Pro 15 LCD Panel – DIY Guide
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 33 Steps
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Step 2
– Unscrew those three identical Phillips screws from the memory door and let’s get this show on the road!
Step 3
– Gently lift the memory door just enough to get a good grip, then slide it towards you to pop it away from the casing. You’ve got this!
Step 4
– Time to show those screws who’s boss! Remove the two 2.8 mm Phillips screws in the battery compartment near the latch.
Step 5
– Get your screwdriver ready and take out these 6 screws:
Step 6
– Time to get your screwdriver ready! Unscrew those four 3.2 mm Phillips screws on the port side of your computer. You’ve got this!
Step 7
– Get ready to put on your repair hat! Rotate your computer 90 degrees and say goodbye to those two 3.2 mm Phillips screws hanging out in the back.
Step 8
– Give your computer a little twist and turn it 90 degrees once more! Now, let’s tackle those four 3.2 mm Phillips screws hanging out on the side. Time to show them who’s boss!
Step 9
Take it easy when removing the upper case! It’s connected to the logic board with a ribbon cable, so give it a gentle touch.
– Start by gently lifting the back of the case and let your fingers dance along the sides, releasing the case as you go. Once the sides are free, give the case a little wiggle up and down to loosen the front of the upper case—there are some sneaky plastic clips that need a little nudge to pop off. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 10
– Gently unplug the trackpad and keyboard ribbon cable from the logic board, and feel free to peel off any tape that’s in the way.
– Carefully take off the upper case.
Step 11
– First up, gently unplug the three antenna cables from the Airport Extreme card. Take your time with this part—it’s like giving your device a little break.
– No worries if you’re unsure where they go back! Apple has thoughtfully labeled each cable with colors, so just match them up like a puzzle piece when you’re reconnecting. You got this!
Step 12
– Carefully guide the Airport antenna cables out of their cozy channel in the left speaker.
Step 13
– Unleash your inner tech wizard and gently detach the iSight cable from the logic board by smoothly sliding it to the left and out of its connector.
Step 14
– Gently detach the inverter cable from the logic board by sliding a spudger underneath and giving it a little lift. You’ve got this!
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Step 15
– Gently wiggle the display data cable away from the logic board—think of it as giving it a friendly nudge to the side!
Step 16
– Get rid of that silver T6 Torx screw holding down the ground loop in the display data cable to the casing.
Step 17
– Gently cradle the display with one hand as you loosen the 3 screws below:
Step 18
– Grab the display assembly on both sides, lift it up, and smoothly remove it from the computer. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 19
– Unscrew the two 5 mm Phillips screws chilling at the lower left and right corners of the display. Just two screws, and you’re on your way to the next step!
Step 20
– Wedge the flat end of a spudger between the plastic strip on the rear bezel and the front bezel. Make sure it’s perpendicular to the face of the display for a smooth entry.
– With your trusty spudger in place, give it a twist away from the display. This is your move to get the front and rear bezels to loosen up and start seeing other people.
– Glide along the left edge of the display, gently persuading the rear bezel to break free from the front bezel’s embrace until they’re evenly separated.
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Step 21
– Wedge the flat end of a spudger between the plastic strip on the rear bezel and the front bezel, positioning it perpendicular to the display’s face.
– Keep the spudger in place and give it a twist! Rotate it away from the display to start the magic of separating the front and rear bezels.
– Glide along the right edge of the display, gently working your way until the rear bezel and front bezel part ways evenly.
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Step 22
– Wedge the flat end of a spudger between the front bezel and the plastic strip on the rear bezel near the bottom corner screw holes of the display. It’s like sneaking into a cookie jar!
– Twist your spudger toward the rear bezel to pry it away from the front bezel. It’s like opening a can of your favorite soda!
– If needed, gently widen the gap between the bottom edge of the rear bezel and the clutch cover. Keep going until they’re totally doing their own thing!
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Step 24
– Yoohoo! First, let’s gently peel off those snazzy yellow kapton tapes chilling in the bottom left corner of the display.
– Next up, liberate the display data cable and camera cable from their sticky tape prisons on the display.
– Time to peel back the trio of groovy green antenna ground straps from the cool copper tape along the bottom edge of the LCD.
– Lastly, remove the tape that’s keeping the camera cable way too cozy with the LCD.
Step 25
– Gently unstick the camera cable from the foam tape along the top edge of the LCD—it’s like peeling a banana!
Step 26
Slide the cable horizontally, keeping it flush with the surface of the LCD, like a smooth dance move.
Step 27
Slide that connector right off—just like pulling a card from your deck—smooth and straight, parallel to the LCD face.
– Gently nudge that display data cable connector away from its cozy socket on the LCD. You’re doing great!
Step 28
– Let’s get to work! First up, grab your trusty Phillips screwdriver and start removing those four black screws on each side of the display—yep, that’s eight screws in total. You got this!
Step 29
When you’re peeling that LCD away from the front panel, remember to gently separate it from the thin steel strip that hugs the edge. Take your time and be careful—it’s all about that smooth separation! If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Alright, it’s time to play a little ‘separate the LCD from the adhesive’ game. You’ll need to gently coax the LCD away from the sticky stuff at the top and bottom of the front bezel. A heat gun can be your best friend here—just a little warmth can make all the difference in keeping your LCD happy and intact!
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Step 30
– Gently glide along the upper edge of the LCD, easing the attached steel strip away from the front bezel with care and finesse.
Step 31
– Now that you’ve got the top edge free, go ahead and give the LCD a slight lift out of the front bezel to make some room. This way, you can start prying that steel strip along the lower edge of the LCD away from the front bezel.
– Keep on prying along the lower edge of the LCD until it breaks free from the adhesive on the front bezel. Nice job!
Step 32
– Gently lift the inverter out of the clutch cover like you’re handling precious cargo.
– Unplug the LCD backlight connector from the inverter board—just like unplugging your favorite gadget.
Step 33
– Gently lift the LCD from the front bezel, being careful of any sneaky cables that might try to join the party.
