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MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement

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  1. MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement, MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the eight 4 mm Phillips screws securing the lower case to the MacBook.

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    • The lower case is constructed of rubber-coated aluminum. Do not excessively bend the aluminum during removal, as any permanent deformation will cause tolerance issues after reassembly.

    • Slightly lift the lower case near the vent opening.

    • Continue running your fingers between the lower and upper cases until the upper case pops off its retaining clips.

    • The location of these three clips is shown in the third picture.

  3. MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Use the flat end of a spudger to lift the battery connector up out of its socket on the logic board.

    • It may be easier to use your fingernails to lift up on both sides of the connector.

  4. MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Remove two 5 mm Tri-Wing screws securing the battery to the upper case.

  5. MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Use the tip of a spudger to carefully peel back the finger of the warning label to reveal a hidden Tri-Wing screw.

    • Remove the 5 mm Tri-Wing screw securing the battery to the upper case.

  6. MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1
    • Remove three 3.1 mm Phillips screws securing the battery near the edge of the upper case.

    • When reinstalling the battery, be sure to install these three screws before proceeding to fasten the Tri-Wing screws.

  7. MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1
    • Use the battery's plastic pull tab to lift and remove the battery from the upper case.

  8. MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
    • Use the flat end of a spudger to pry the trackpad ribbon cable connector up off the logic board.

  9. MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
    • Remove the four 1.3 mm Phillips screws securing the upper edge of the trackpad to the upper case.

  10. MacBook Unibody Model A1342 Trackpad Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1
    • Carefully tilt the trackpad away from the keyboard side of the upper case.

    • Pull the trackpad away from its opening in the upper case to clear the two mounting tabs on its lower edge.

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