How to Replace a Cracked MacBook Air Screen: A Step-by-Step Guide
Welcome, Simon here! If you’ve found yourself with a cracked screen on your MacBook Air model 2337, don’t fret. In this blog post, I’ll walk you through the process of replacing that cracked screen. And if you need to know where to purchase a replacement screen or tools for the job, check the link in the description that directs you to either Amazon or eBay.
Materials & Tools Needed:
- Replacement screen for MacBook Air model 2337
- Pentalobe P5 screwdriver
- T3, T5, and T8 Torx screwdrivers
- Plastic prying tool
Steps to Replace Your MacBook Air Screen:
- Removal of Back Cover:
- Using the P5 screwdriver, unscrew all the screws on the back. The top four screws are longer than the others, so remember their placement.
- Gently pop open the back cover.
- Disconnecting the Battery:
- With the internal components exposed, locate the battery connector.
- Carefully pop open the battery’s clip and disconnect the battery.
- Removing the Wi-Fi Connector:
- With the T3 Torx screwdriver, remove the screw holding down the bracket that secures the Wi-Fi connector.
- Gently lift the Wi-Fi connector to disconnect it.
- Detaching the LCD Display Board:
- Transition to the T5 screwdriver.
- Remove screws from both sides of the laptop, which hold the Wi-Fi antenna and the LCD display board.
- Use the plastic prying tool to gently lift the display connectors.
- Ensure the flex cable isn’t trapped, then lift the Wi-Fi antenna out.
- Screen Removal:
- Swap to the T8 Torx screwdriver.
- Unscrew the hinges connecting the screen to the laptop body.
- Open up the MacBook and carefully detach the old screen.
- Installing the New Screen:
- Prepare the new screen by positioning its hinges.
- Ensure the display board is above the laptop, then slide the screen into place.
- With the screen placed, screw the hinges back in place.
- Fit the Wi-Fi antenna back, ensuring its middle metal piece aligns and connects well.
- Gently reconnect the Wi-Fi and display connectors.
- Final Steps:
- Reconnect the battery connector.
- Replace the back cover and screw it back into place.
Wrapping Up:
Replacing a MacBook Air screen might seem daunting, but with patience, the right tools, and this guide, you can do it yourself. If this guide helped you, please like and share it. Don’t forget to subscribe for more tech tutorials and tips.
Remember, safety first. Always ensure the battery is disconnected when working on internal components. And lastly, always double-check your work before turning your MacBook back on.
Good luck, and thanks for reading!
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