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MacBook Pro 1614" 2021 Battery Replacement |
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Introduction |
Use this guide to replace the battery in your MacBook Pro 1614" 2021. | | | The MacBook Pro uses stretch-release adhesives to secure the battery. Some of the strips are hidden underneath the trackpad, so you’ll need to remove it first to access the strips. | | | ***For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% before disassembling your MacBook.*** This reduces the risk of fire if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, [[What to do with a swollen battery|take appropriate precautions|new_window=true]]. | | | You'll need replacement adhesive in order to complete this repair. | | | Some photos in this guide are from a different model and may contain slight visual discrepancies, but they won't affect the guide procedure. |
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| ***To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.*** | | | For optimal performance, [[Battery Calibration|calibrate your newly installed battery|new_window=true]] after completing this guide. | | | Compare your new replacement part to the original part—you may need to transfer remaining components or remove adhesive backings from the new part before you install it. | | | Take your e-waste to an [[E-Waste|R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler|new_window=true]]. | | Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some [[Troubleshooting Problems After a Repair|basic troubleshooting]], or ask our [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/Device/MacBook%20Pro%20162014%22%202021|MacBook Pro 1614" 2021 Answers community] for help. |
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