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Tutorial: MacBook Pro 13″ A1502 2015 Full Teardown

Learn how to fully take apart your MacBook Pro 13″ A1502 (2015) with this detailed step-by-step guide. This tutorial shows you how to access every internal component of your Mac: logic board, SSD, fan, battery, keyboard, trackpad and more. Ideal for a deep clean, diagnosing a fault or replacing a part. A clear, illustrated guide that anyone can follow.

Compatible models:
MacBook Pro 13″ A1502 Early 2015

Difficulty: 4/5
Estimated time: 45 min

Step-by-step guide

  1. Step 1 of 14 1. Switch off the MacBook

    1. Switch off the MacBook

    Switch off your MacBook Pro and unplug the power supply

    🚨 Never carry out any disassembly on a MacBook that is powered on

  2. Step 2 of 14 2. Unscrew the bottom case

    2. Unscrew the bottom case

    Using a P5 pentalobe screwdriver, remove the 10 external MacBook Pro screws securing the bottom cover

  3. Step 3 of 14 3. Remove the bottom case

    3. Remove the bottom case

    Gently lift the bottom case from the top edge to remove it from the Mac.

    💡 If the cover won't lift off, you've probably missed a screw!

  4. Step 4 of 14 4. Disconnect the battery

    4. Disconnect the battery (1/2)
    4. Disconnect the battery (2/2)

    Pull the plastic tab to gently remove the MacBook Pro battery connector

    🚨 Always start with this step before touching any other components in the Mac

  5. Step 5 of 14 5. Unscrew the SSD

    5. Unscrew the SSD

    Use a Torx T5 screwdriver to unscrew the SSD.

    If you've lost this screw, you'll find it in the complete screw kit

  6. Step 6 of 14 6. Remove the SSD

    6. Remove the SSD

    Carefully slide the SSD out of its connector. The drive should come out easily, without forcing it

  7. Step 7 of 14 7. Unscrew the I/O board cable brackets

    7. Unscrew the I/O board cable brackets (1/3)
    7. Unscrew the I/O board cable brackets (2/3)
    7. Unscrew the I/O board cable brackets (3/3)

    Undo the 4 Torx 5 screws holding the metal plates of the MacBook Pro 13" A1502 I/O board cable, then remove the brackets

  8. Step 8 of 14 8. Disconnect the I/O board cable

    8. Disconnect the I/O board cable

    Now carefully remove the cable connecting the logic board to the USB / HDMI I/O board

  9. Step 9 of 14 9. Unscrew the left speaker

    9. Unscrew the left speaker

    Remove the 3 Torx 5 screws holding the MacBook Pro 13" A1502 left speaker in place

  10. Step 10 of 14 10. Disconnect the left speaker

    10. Disconnect the left speaker

    Disconnect the cable connecting the left speaker to the logic board

    ⚠️ These connectors are very fragile, so take great care

  11. Step 11 of 14 11. Remove the left speaker

    11. Remove the left speaker

    You can now remove the left speaker completely to replace it

  12. Step 12 of 14 12. Unscrew the right speaker

    12. Unscrew the right speaker

    Remove the 3 Torx 5 screws holding the MacBook Pro 13" A1502 right speaker in place

  13. Step 13 of 14 13. Disconnect the right speaker

    13. Disconnect the right speaker

    Disconnect the cable connecting the right speaker to the logic board

    ⚠️ These connectors are very fragile, so take great care

  14. Step 14 of 14 14. Remove the right speaker

    14. Remove the right speaker

    You can now remove the right speaker completely to replace it