Introduction
Faulty Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection? Replace the AirPort/Bluetooth cable.
What you need
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Remove the following ten screws securing the lower case to the upper case:
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Three 13.5 mm (14.1 mm) Phillips screws.
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Seven 3 mm Phillips screws.
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Using both hands, lift the lower case near the vent to pop it off two clips securing it to the upper case.
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Remove the lower case and set it aside.
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Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the AirPort/Bluetooth cable connector up off the logic board.
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Carefully peel the AirPort/Bluetooth ribbon cable off the top of the black plastic AirPort/Bluetooth housing.
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Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the AirPort/Bluetooth cable connector up off its socket on the AirPort/Bluetooth board.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.