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MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement

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  1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Prepare your Macbook Air for disassembly: adım 1, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Prepare your Macbook Air for disassembly: adım 1, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Prepare your Macbook Air for disassembly: adım 1, 3 resimden 3.
    • Allow your MacBook's battery to drain below 25% before starting this repair—a charged battery may catch fire if damaged.

    • Unplug all cables and fully power off your MacBook.

    • Close the display and lay your MacBook upside down. Keep your laptop closed until you've physically disconnected the battery.

  2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Unfasten the lower case: adım 2, 2 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Unfasten the lower case: adım 2, 2 resimden 2.
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    • Use a P5 pentalobe screwdriver to remove the four 6.4 mm‑long screws securing the lower case.

    • Throughout this repair, keep track of each screw and make sure it goes back exactly where it came from.

  3. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Insert an opening pick: adım 3, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Insert an opening pick: adım 3, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Insert an opening pick: adım 3, 3 resimden 3.
    • Apply a suction handle to the center of the lower case's front edge.

    • Pull up on the suction handle to create a gap between the lower case and the frame.

    • Insert an opening pick into the gap.

  4. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Release the snapping clips: adım 4, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Release the snapping clips: adım 4, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Release the snapping clips: adım 4, 3 resimden 3.
    • During the next two steps you'll feel and hear six snapping clips release. If a clip doesn't release, insert your opening pick farther and try again.

    • Slide the pick to the bottom right corner to release the first clip.

    • Slide the pick around the corner and up the right edge to release the next two clips.

  5. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 5, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 5, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 5, 3 resimden 3.
    • Insert the opening pick in the original gap created with the suction handle.

    • Slide the opening pick to the bottom left corner and up the left edge to release the three remaining snapping clips.

  6. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Release the sliding tabs: adım 6, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Release the sliding tabs: adım 6, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Release the sliding tabs: adım 6, 3 resimden 3.
    • Four sliding tabs along the back edge of the MacBook firmly secure the lower case. Separating these tabs requires a lot of force—consider using gloves to protect your hands from the sharp edges of the lower case.

    • Keep the lower case flat and firmly pull it straight away from the back edge, one corner at a time, to disengage the sliding tabs.

    • Don't pull up until the cover is completely separated.

  7. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the lower case: adım 7, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the lower case: adım 7, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the lower case: adım 7, 3 resimden 3.
    • Remove the lower case.

    • During reassembly:

    • Set the lower case in place and align the sliding tabs with the screw heads they slide over. Press down and slide the lower case toward the back edge to engage the tabs—it'll stop sliding as the tabs engage.

    • When one side is engaged, it may push the other out of alignment. Check both sides as you push, there should be no gap along the back edge.

    • Once the lower case is flush with the frame, press down firmly along the perimeter to engage the six snapping clips.

    • You'll hear and feel a distinct click as each clip snaps into place.

  8. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the battery connector cover tape: adım 8, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the battery connector cover tape: adım 8, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the battery connector cover tape: adım 8, 3 resimden 3.
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    • Use blunt nose tweezers or your fingers to remove the piece of tape covering the battery connector cover.

    • During reassembly, use the leftover adhesive to secure the tape to the cover.

  9. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the battery connector cover: adım 9, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the battery connector cover: adım 9, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the battery connector cover: adım 9, 3 resimden 3.
    • Use a T3 Torx screwdriver to remove the two 1.5 mm‑long screws securing the battery connector cover.

    • Due to screw variances, you may need to use a T4 Torx instead. Keep this in mind whenever you encounter T3 Torx screws during this repair.

    • Remove the cover.

  10. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Disconnect the battery: adım 10, 2 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Disconnect the battery: adım 10, 2 resimden 2.
    • Use an opening pick to pry up and disconnect the battery connector.

    • To reconnect a press connector, align it over the socket and gently press down on one side until it clicks into place, then press down on the other side. It might take a few tries to align the connector.

  11. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the trackpad cable tape: adım 11, 2 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the trackpad cable tape: adım 11, 2 resimden 2.
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    • A small piece of black tape hides two trackpad cable cover screws.

    • Use tweezers or your fingers to remove the tape from the trackpad cable.

    • During reassembly, use the leftover adhesive to secure the tape to the cover.

  12. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Separate the trackpad cable adhesive: adım 12, 2 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Separate the trackpad cable adhesive: adım 12, 2 resimden 2.
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    • Light adhesive secures the trackpad cable to its metal cover.

    • Pull the trackpad cable away from its cover to separate the adhesive securing it.

    • During reassembly:

    • If your trackpad cable comes with adhesive, remove the plastic liner and press the cable into place on the trackpad.

    • If the cable doesn't have adhesive, use a strip of double-sided tape to secure it to the trackpad.

  13. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the trackpad cable cover: adım 13, 2 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the trackpad cable cover: adım 13, 2 resimden 2.
    • Use a T3 Torx screwdriver to remove the two 1.5 mm‑long screws securing the trackpad cable cover.

    • Remove the cover.

  14. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Disconnect the trackpad cable: adım 14, 2 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Disconnect the trackpad cable: adım 14, 2 resimden 2.
    • Use the point of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the trackpad cable press connector from the logic board.

  15. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Heat the trackpad cable: adım 15, 2 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Heat the trackpad cable: adım 15, 2 resimden 2.
    • Two small strips of adhesive secure the trackpad cable to the frame.

    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the trackpad cable for two minutes to soften the adhesive securing it to the frame.

    • You can also use a hair dryer—but extreme heat can damage the battery, so proceed with care.

  16. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Separate the trackpad cable adhesive: adım 16, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Separate the trackpad cable adhesive: adım 16, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Separate the trackpad cable adhesive: adım 16, 3 resimden 3.
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    • Pull the trackpad cable toward the bottom of the MacBook to separate it from the frame.

    • During reassembly:

    • If your trackpad cable comes with adhesive, remove the two plastic liners and press the cable into place on the frame.

    • If your trackpad cable doesn't have adhesive, use strips of double-sided tape to secure it to the frame.

  17. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Expose the trackpad screws: adım 17, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Expose the trackpad screws: adım 17, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Expose the trackpad screws: adım 17, 3 resimden 3.
    • Small pieces of tape cover two trackpad screws.

    • Use blunt nose tweezers to gently peel the tape from the screws.

  18. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Unfasten the trackpad: adım 18, 2 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Unfasten the trackpad: adım 18, 2 resimden 2.
    • Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the ten 4 mm‑long screws securing the trackpad.

  19. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the trackpad: adım 19, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the trackpad: adım 19, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Remove the trackpad: adım 19, 3 resimden 3.
    • Be careful not to lose the four washers resting on the trackpad's screw posts. Without them, your trackpad won't fit properly.

    • Slowly open your MacBook—the trackpad will stay on the display.

    • Guide the trackpad cable through its slot in the frame.

  20. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 20, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 20, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 20, 3 resimden 3.
    • Remove the trackpad from the display.

    • Reassembly note:

    • Before installing your new trackpad, make sure all four washers are in place.

  21. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Transfer the trackpad cable: adım 21, 2 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement, Transfer the trackpad cable: adım 21, 2 resimden 2.
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    • Before installing your trackpad, make sure it has a cable installed. If your new trackpad doesn't come with a cable, follow the next three steps to remove and transfer the old cable.

    • Use the tip of a spudger or a clean fingernail to flip up the hinged locking flap on the trackpad cable ZIF connector.

    • During reassembly:

    • Secure the cable by flipping the locking flap down.

    • If your trackpad cable comes with adhesive, remove the plastic liner and press the cable into place on the trackpad.

    • If the cable doesn't have adhesive, use a strip of double-sided tape to secure it to the trackpad.

  22. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 22, 1 resimden 1.
    • Strong adhesive secures the trackpad cable to the trackpad, just below the cable's connector.

    • Heat an iOpener and apply it to the bottom edge of the trackpad for two minutes to soften the adhesive.

    • Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer to heat the cable.

  23. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 23, 3 resimden 1. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 23, 3 resimden 2. MacBook Air 15" 2023 Trackpad Replacement: adım 23, 3 resimden 3.
    • Slide an opening pick back and forth under the trackpad cable to separate it from the trackpad.

    • Pull the trackpad cable out of its socket and remove it.

    • During reassembly, make sure the locking flap is flipped up before inserting the trackpad cable into its socket.

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