Follow the repair in order. Read every safety note before you begin, keep screws organized, and stop whenever your exact model does not match the instructions.
A swollen or punctured lithium battery can ignite. Do not press, bend, heat, or reuse a damaged battery.
MacBook Air and MacBook Pro battery layouts, screw lengths, connectors, speakers, trackpads, and adhesive systems vary significantly by year and model. Find the model number on the bottom case and use the matching Apple repair manual before opening it.
Complete each step in order. Read cautions before touching the device.
Record the model number from the bottom case and confirm the screen size, year, and processor family. Obtain the matching repair manual, battery, screw map, and adhesive procedure before continuing.
CautionA battery that physically fits may still have an incompatible connector, voltage, mounting system, or firmware requirement.
Back up important files, let the battery fall below 25%, shut macOS down fully, unplug all accessories and power, close the display, and place the MacBook upside down on a clean padded surface.
CautionIf the case is bulging, the trackpad is lifted, or the battery smells unusual or feels hot, stop and move the device away from flammable materials.
Use the model-correct pentalobe driver and place each screw on a labeled map as it comes out. Note different lengths and locations. Release the lower case only in the direction specified for the model.
Technician tipNever assume all perimeter screws are identical. Returning a long screw to a short hole can damage internal components.
Release clips gradually with a suction handle or plastic tool where the model manual permits. Lift only enough to confirm that no internal cable is attached to the lower case, then set it aside.
CautionDo not force the case near hinge clips. Some models require sliding the case before lifting.
Locate the battery connector using the exact model diagram. Remove its shield or locking screw if present, disconnect it with a plastic tool, and position it so it cannot spring back into contact.
CautionAvoid metal tools around the logic board. Do not touch other connectors until battery power is isolated.
Following the matching manual, remove only the components required to access the battery—such as speakers, trackpad cable, battery board fasteners, or shields. Photograph cable routing and keep every screw grouped.
Technician tipNever pull a connector by its cable. Release its latch and apply force to the connector body in the specified direction.
Remove battery fasteners and release adhesive using the model-approved method. Pull stretch-release strips at a low angle when present. If approved solvent is required, protect surrounding parts, ventilate the room, and use only a small controlled amount.
CautionNever pry with metal, bend a cell, puncture the pouch, or apply heat directly to the battery. Adhesive remover may be flammable and may damage plastics.
Lift the released battery without dragging it over cables or speakers. Remove adhesive residue with plastic tools and the approved cleaner. Dry the surface, align the new battery without pressure on its cells, and apply the specified adhesive.
CautionDo not connect power until the battery sits flat, cables are correctly routed, and no loose screw or tool remains inside.
Reinstall removed components in reverse order, reconnect the battery last, inspect all connectors, and refit the lower case and screws in their original positions. Connect the proper charger, start the Mac, and complete the final checks.
Technician tipThe battery percentage or health estimate may need several normal charge cycles to stabilize. Follow any post-repair diagnostics or configuration required for the exact model.
Battery recognized in macOS
Charging and adapter detection
Trackpad movement
Sleep, restart, and temperature
If a test fails, power the device off, disconnect the battery, and carefully reseat the relevant connector. Do not seal the display until every function passes.
These are basic educational instructions. Orange Tech can diagnose the device, confirm the part, and complete advanced work safely.