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Macbook Pro 13 Inch Unibody Mid 2009 Right Clutch Hinge Repair Tutorial

MacBook Pro 13 Inch Unibody Mid 2009 Right Clutch Hinge Replacement

This repair guide will walk you through the process of replacing the right clutch hinge on your MacBook Pro 13 Inch Unibody Mid 2009. Before you start, make sure you have the necessary tools and a clean workspace.

Display Hinge Clutch Cover For MacBook Pro 13 A1278 2008-2012

Step 1: Remove the lower case

Remove the following 10 screws securing the lower case to the MacBook Pro 13″ Unibody:

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

Slightly lift the lower case and push it toward the rear of the computer to free the mounting tabs.

Lower Case Screws

Step 2: Disconnect the battery connector

Disconnect the battery connector from the logic board to avoid any electrical discharge.

Battery Connector

Step 3: Disconnect the camera cable

Disconnect the camera cable by sliding it horizontally out of its socket.

Camera Cable

Step 4: Remove the display data cable bracket

Remove the following two screws securing the display data cable bracket to the upper case:

  • One 7 mm Phillips screw
  • One 5 mm Phillips screw

Lift the display data cable bracket out of the upper case.

Display Data Cable Bracket

Step 5: Remove the clutch cover

Grab the clutch cover as shown and slide it toward the right side of the display.

Clutch Cover

Step 6: Remove the right clutch hinge

Remove the single 5.2 mm T6 Torx screw securing the right clutch hinge nearest the display glass.

Remove the two remaining 5.2 mm T6 Torx screws securing the right clutch hinge to the display.

Remove the right clutch hinge.

Right Clutch Hinge

That’s it! You have successfully replaced the right clutch hinge on your MacBook Pro 13 Inch Unibody Mid 2009.

At Salvation Repair, we offer a limited lifetime guarantee of all parts and labor. Customers can schedule a repair at https://salvationrepair.com/repair.

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