


Insert the tip of a spudger under the left speaker cable near the connector and lift it up out of its socket on the logic board.
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Lift the logic board end of the I/O board cable straight up to bend it out of the way.Be careful to only pry up on the I/O board cable, not on the socket itself or you risk damaging your logic board.Use the flat end of a spudger to pop the I/O board connector straight up off its socket on the logic board.Remove the two 2.1 mm T5 Torx screws securing the logic board end of the I/O board cable bracket.Bend the battery connector up out of the way to prevent accidental contact with its socket during your repair.Be sure you lift up only on the connector itself, not the socket, or you risk permanent damage to the logic board.Use the flat end of a spudger to lift the battery connector straight up out of its socket on the logic board.If necessary, remove the plastic cover adhered to the battery contact board.During reassembly, gently push down the center of the lower case to reattach the two plastic clips.The lower case is connected to the upper case with two plastic clips near its center.Gently pull the lower case away from the upper case to remove it.Wedge your fingers between the upper case and the lower case.Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from to avoid damaging your device.Remove the following ten screws securing the lower case to the upper case:.Note: The solvent used to dissolve the battery adhesive can damage certain plastics, such as the MacBook Pro's plastic speaker enclosures. If your battery is swollen, take extra precautions. A charged lithium-ion battery can create a dangerous fire if accidentally punctured. To minimize risk of damage, turn on your MacBook and allow the battery to fully discharge before starting this procedure. Do not smoke or work near an open flame during this procedure. Perform this procedure in a well-ventilated area. IFixit adhesive remover is highly flammable. Alternatively, you can use an iOpener to apply a modest amount of heat in order to soften the adhesive before prying out the battery. This is best done with the help of an iFixit battery replacement kit the liquid adhesive remover in your kit will dissolve the adhesive securing the battery, allowing you to remove it with ease. Use this guide to remove the glued-in battery from your MacBook Pro.
