Remove the Screws on the Bottom Case

• Before getting started, power down your MacBook completely.
• Using a P5 Pentalobe screwdriver, remove the ten screws securing the bottom case.
• Lifting from the edge nearest the clutch cover, lift the bottom case off your MacBook.

Remove the Left Speaker

• Use a plastic spatula or spudger to gently pry the left speaker apart and remove it.
• It will be easier to dissolve the adhesive by using alcohol or adhesive remover appropriately.

NOTE: When removing the speaker, be careful to disconnect it from the logic board.

Remove the Right Speaker

• Use a plastic spatula or spudger to gently pry the right speaker apart and remove it.
• It will be easier to dissolve the adhesive by using alcohol or adhesive remover appropriately.

NOTE: When removing the speaker, be careful to disconnect it from the logic board.

Disconnect the Trackpad Cable Connector

• First remove the two screws on the metal protective cover above the trackpad connector.
• Then remove the protective cover and use a spudger to pry the trackpad cable connector upwards and out of its socket.

Disconnect the Battery Connector

Disconnect the battery connector from the logic board as shown.

Remove the Screws on the Battery

Remove the four screws on both sides of the battery as shown.

Remove the Battery

• Use a plastic spatula to slowly pry the battery out.
• When removing the battery, gently thread it through the trackpad cable.

NOTE: This process requires patience. You can use alcohol or adhesive remover to dissolve the adhesive and make it easier to remove the battery.

Install the New Battery

Place the new battery into the battery compartment and install it in the reverse order of the above steps.

Please NOTE: If your MacBook shows any irregular behavior after installing the new battery, consider resetting the SMC (System Management Controller) to resolve the issue.