MacBook Pro 13″ Unibody Mid 2012 Battery Replacement
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 7 Steps
Hey there! Just a little heads up: make sure to handle your device with care. If you run into any trouble, don’t hesitate to reach out. You can always schedule a repair if you need a hand!
Ready to give your device a fresh start? This guide will help you swap out that tired battery for a brand new one. And if your battery is looking a little puffy, just remember to take the necessary precautions. If you need help, you can always schedule a repair.
Step 1
– Unscrew those ten little screws right here!
Step 2
– Gently wiggle your fingers to lift the lower case away from the MacBook’s body, right around the vent area.
– Now, go ahead and take off the lower case.
Step 3
To gently coax the connector out of its snug little home, give a light upward pry on both the short sides. Just a friendly reminder: watch those corners! They can be a bit fragile and might decide to break off if you’re not careful.
– Gently nudge the battery connector upwards from its cozy spot on the logic board using the edge of a spudger. You’ve got this!
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Step 4
– Gently nudge the battery cable a little away from its socket on the logic board. This way, it won’t make any surprise connections while you’re getting things done.
Step 5
– Unscrew those two little screws right there!
Step 6
Keep that battery label intact, folks! It’s there for a reason.
– Gently lift off the battery warning label from the top case, right between the battery and the optical drive. You’ve got this!
Step 7
– Grab that handy plastic pull tab and gently coax the battery out of the upper case. It’s like giving your device a little hug!
– If you’re putting in a shiny new battery, don’t forget to give it some love by calibrating it after you install it!
