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MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 AirPort/Bluetooth Bracket Replacement

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MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 AirPort/Bluetooth Bracket Replacement

Introduction

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Replace the black plastic bracket holding your AirPort/Bluetooth board to the upper case.

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      • Remove the following 10 screws securing the lower case to the Air:

      • Six 2.8 mm Phillips screws.

      • Two 3.8 mm Phillips screws.

      • Two 5.4 mm Phillips screws.

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

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    3. MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 AirPort/Bluetooth Bracket Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
      • Disconnect the battery connector by pulling it straight out of its socket.

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    4. MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 AirPort/Bluetooth Bracket Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the following nine screws securing the battery to the Air:

      • Four 2.9 mm Phillips.

      • Four 3.8 mm Phillips.

      • One 7.2 mm Phillips.

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    5. MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 AirPort/Bluetooth Bracket Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Lift the battery out of the Air.

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    6. MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 AirPort/Bluetooth Bracket Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the two Phillips screws securing the AirPort/Bluetooth bracket to the upper case.

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    7. MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 AirPort/Bluetooth Bracket Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
      • Lift the AirPort/Bluetooth bracket out of the upper case.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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