MacBook Pro 13 Inch Unibody Mid 2009 Heat Sink Replacement

Are you tired of your MacBook Pro 13 Inch Unibody Mid 2009 overheating? Do you want to replace the heat sink and get your laptop running smoothly again? Look no further! In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of replacing the heat sink on your MacBook Pro 13 Inch Unibody Mid 2009.

Step 1: Remove the Lower Case

First, you need to remove the lower case of your MacBook Pro. To do this, you will need to remove the following 10 screws:

• Seven 3 mm Phillips screws
• Three 13.5 mm Phillips screws

Use a screwdriver to remove the screws and gently lift the lower case off the laptop.

Step 2: Disconnect the Battery Connector

Next, you need to disconnect the battery connector from the logic board. Use the flat end of a spudger to lift the battery connector up out of its socket on the logic board.

Step 3: Remove the Fan

Now, you need to remove the fan from the laptop. To do this, you will need to remove the following three screws:

• One 6.5 mm Phillips
• One 5.5 mm Phillips
• One 4.5 mm Phillips

Use a screwdriver to remove the screws and gently lift the fan out of the laptop.

Step 4: Remove the Logic Board

Next, you need to remove the logic board from the laptop. To do this, you will need to remove the following screws:

• Five 3.1 mm Phillips
• Two 3.9 mm Phillips
• Two 7 mm Phillips from the DC-in board

Use a screwdriver to remove the screws and gently lift the logic board out of the laptop.

Step 5: Remove the Heat Sink

Finally, you need to remove the heat sink from the logic board. To do this, you will need to remove the following four screws:

• Four 8.5 mm Phillips screws

Use a screwdriver to remove the screws and gently lift the heat sink off the logic board.

Conclusion

Replacing the heat sink on your MacBook Pro 13 Inch Unibody Mid 2009 is a relatively simple process that can be done with a few tools and some basic knowledge. If you are not comfortable with this process, we recommend seeking the help of a professional. At Salvation Repair, we offer a limited lifetime guarantee on all parts and labor, and we can help you with any repair needs you may have. Schedule a repair today!