I recommend a Home Depot putty knife or a plastic card (ID card) instead of the metal putty tool. The reason is that the smaller size and the metal makes the pressure more uneven and more likely to puncture the battery. Also using a hot air station to heat up the areas makes the ungluing much easier.
I had that problem on my screen, its pretty common on this Retina models. I cleaned it with normal kitchen degreaser and a microfiber cloth, looks brand new now!
I've got a mid 2012 15" MBP Retina, and today my trackpad started jamming. I think it could be because of dirt, but I really don't feel confident taking the whole thing apart just to clean the trackpad, especially since I bought this (used obviously) just a few months ago for a lot of money considering I'm a full-time student. Is there any way to clean it from the outside? Basically the problem is that the right side feels kind of stuck, because it doesn't click. Sometimes when I just press on the trackpad with one finger it highlight like I would be pressing with two, and sometimes it clicks by itself... I could just use an external mouse but there are so many feature I use that would be limited. Any tips?
Great video. The only criticism I have is that he glosses over inserting the touchpad ribbon. This connection is surprisingly thin and fragile and it's not easy to see how it connects. It needs to slide in to the female connector as opposed to being pressed in like the battery connection. There may also be a little spot of glue securing the original ribbon in place. If the new ribbon touches anything sticky on the way in it will be difficult to insert and the little protective pull tab on top can tear off.
HI Adamant IT. Very concise video! My 2013 MacBook Pro retina has a jerky cursor movement when not touching trackpad i.e. cursor moves wildly on its own. I have it bypassed with a wired mouse just now. In your opinion would replacing the trackpad solve this or could there be more of an issue? TIA
No-click is a common failure on these trackpads. You'll need to replace the trackpad itself. But yes, you can follow this video for removal and refitting steps.
TOUCHPAD MALFUNCTION - due to battery beginning to fail. Battery cells were swelling up and pushing back up against the touchpad making it impossible to "click" on the touchpad corners. Now ordered and will be changing the battery. MID2014 MacBook Pro 15" Retina.
Great video! Thank you. I am getting ready to attempt replacing a trackpad that doesn't click as well as a bad battery. Where would you recommend buying the parts? I'm in the US.
ebay and amazon are good places to start for parts. They won't be the cheapest, but they're readily available on short notice and convenient. Aliexpress is cheap, but has long delivery times because China import.
Hi there! My laptops left click just wasnt working when I started up my laptop today. Neither on the external mouse or the trackpad. I opened everything up and cleaned it and still nothing. I noticed u said that the problem with the laptop that you repaired in this video was having the same problem. If I buy a new trackpad will that solve my problem? I have noticed other people online saying it's a problem with the CPU board. I really hope it's just a damaged trackpad.
Try to disconnect trackpad cable.... Then use an external mouse. If now it's ok then... yes! It must be a trackpad issue. If problem persist... maybe the problem is elsewhere... I don't know...
i have a macbook pro retina late 2013 laptop which developed a 'ghost clicking' problem recently. the clicker itself is fine and working, but the mouse keeps moving on its own and opening applications etc. even without me touching the trackpad at all. i have also tried using a external bluetooth mouse to see if this would fix the problem, to which it allowed slightly better control but eventually would revert to ghost clicking again after a few minutes. i followed everything you did in this video, except that i removed the trackpad only to clean it/re-adjust the clicker screw rather than replace it with a new trackpad since i thought excess dirt/dust build-up may have been the reason for this problem, but this doesn't seem to be the case. i don't know what else i should do, would it be better to just completely replace the trackpad as you did or visit a professional/apple genius bar?
Yea if you've done a clean out and you're still having issues, replace the trackpad. Sometimes the dirt and grime is too ingrained, and not even cleaning will shift it.
I have absolutely no experience with technology but this video was super informative. Do you reckon a beginner would be able to do this or should I have it replaced at a repair shop?
If you're interested in learning repair, I'd give it a go, and take it slow. If you're just wanting to get your laptop working, I'd take the hit and pay a shop to do it. The battery is the worst part here, it's not for the faint of heart when you're new to the game.
My wife spilled a little bit of water on the trackpad, seems to have gotten onto those trackpad pin connectors, now the computer thinks that the trackpad is constantly holding down the LEFT CLICK, I will have to open it up and disconnect those ribbons and just use an external mouse / keyboard from now on.
No. I think they're saying that for safety, because the battery doesn't come out without a fight, and is very easily damaged by removal. If you can get it out without deforming or scratching the cells, it's still good. Use isopropyl and squirt it behind the cells to help eat into the glue and that makes it easier.
As long as you do not take this to an Apple store to get fixed for any reason. Once they see that it has been worked on, they just might refuse to and want you to buy a new one.
I also have a 2013 MacBook Pro Retina A1502 and the same wonkyness happened to my screen. I also thought the screen was ruined but it's actually not! The thing that's messed up is only the anti-reflective coating which you can remove with mouthwash...I'm not kidding. I learned the technique from this video: czcams.com/video/ip3cX-DN2ww/video.html
Mouthwash you say! I have a video about the coating, but hadn't heard of using mouthwash to remove it. I'll have to try it out on a broken screen. Thanks for the tip!
Anyone really surprised that Apple makes their products so that you "have" to take it to them to be fixed? No reason to have the battery glued in. Or have the parts soldered to the motherboard. You either have to be stuck with the memory, etc. that you have now and not be able to upgrade it. Or spend more money to get one with higher specs at a higher cost. Not a machine that the user can add more memory to or add more storage to.
you risk a lot by not wearing gloves and lifting battery cells with a metal chisel. there are many other tutorials that show people removing adhesive with dental floss, it's way safer both for the battery and person performing the removal.
I recommend a Home Depot putty knife or a plastic card (ID card) instead of the metal putty tool. The reason is that the smaller size and the metal makes the pressure more uneven and more likely to puncture the battery.
Also using a hot air station to heat up the areas makes the ungluing much easier.
Thank you so much! After 2 years and this video is gold! 🙏
Such amazing technic for replacing touchpad and battery at the same time. I'm gonna do it righ now! ..Thanks.
This was so informative, I have to to take my battery out to clean my trackpad & I was so lost. Thank you.
Hi, thank you very much for this video. I've just replaced my trackpad and it's working fine!
Thank you for creating this video, super helpful with cleaning the trackpad on a macbook pro retina 15inch.
Thanks for the video. Replaced my trackpad.
Fantastic. Great confidence and pride in your work well done.
Very thankful .. thank you for that.
I am planning of using (blue) masking tape to keep the trackpad in place before putting the screws back on
Anyone who’s new be sure to realize that the speaker screws are different sizes. Organizing your screws is key.
Excellent, just what I needed ,now off to replace my track pad😀
Great video. I'm replacing my mid 2014 battery and will add a new trackpad while i'm on there. Its been wonky lately too. Thank you!
I had that problem on my screen, its pretty common on this Retina models. I cleaned it with normal kitchen degreaser and a microfiber cloth, looks brand new now!
Thanks Shaggy! Another great video!
"Oooooh. That's a technical term" I laughed. Liked and Subscribed. :)
Hi do you have an Amazon link for the track pad replacement part. Im doing the exact same fix.
I've got a mid 2012 15" MBP Retina, and today my trackpad started jamming. I think it could be because of dirt, but I really don't feel confident taking the whole thing apart just to clean the trackpad, especially since I bought this (used obviously) just a few months ago for a lot of money considering I'm a full-time student. Is there any way to clean it from the outside?
Basically the problem is that the right side feels kind of stuck, because it doesn't click. Sometimes when I just press on the trackpad with one finger it highlight like I would be pressing with two, and sometimes it clicks by itself... I could just use an external mouse but there are so many feature I use that would be limited. Any tips?
Thank you....That was very helpful. I didn't use rubbing alcohol though. It's truly ridiculous for Apple to use such strong adhesive tape....
Great video. The only criticism I have is that he glosses over inserting the touchpad ribbon. This connection is surprisingly thin and fragile and it's not easy to see how it connects. It needs to slide in to the female connector as opposed to being pressed in like the battery connection. There may also be a little spot of glue securing the original ribbon in place. If the new ribbon touches anything sticky on the way in it will be difficult to insert and the little protective pull tab on top can tear off.
thank you it was very helpful to me.
Do you have part #'s for trackpad & ribbon cable replacement?
Great video!! I replaced my trackpad and put the same battery back in and all is clicking away!
Sooooooo helpful. Thanks!
My keyboard and trackpad stopped working will this fix both issues ?
Hello Graham, as you discovered, the 8 screws holding the track-pad firm are two different sizes. Only something Apple would engineer. Geez.
HI Adamant IT. Very concise video! My 2013 MacBook Pro retina has a jerky cursor movement when not touching trackpad i.e. cursor moves wildly on its own. I have it bypassed with a wired mouse just now. In your opinion would replacing the trackpad solve this or could there be more of an issue? TIA
Almost definitely a dirty trackpad. Removing, cleaning, refitting might be enough, otherwise replacement will do it.
Great video.
The click function of my trackpad stopped working, I think a little water got into it. Will the above video help with that?
No-click is a common failure on these trackpads. You'll need to replace the trackpad itself. But yes, you can follow this video for removal and refitting steps.
TOUCHPAD MALFUNCTION - due to battery beginning to fail. Battery cells were swelling up and pushing back up against the touchpad making it impossible to "click" on the touchpad corners. Now ordered and will be changing the battery. MID2014 MacBook Pro 15" Retina.
Great video! Thank you. I am getting ready to attempt replacing a trackpad that doesn't click as well as a bad battery. Where would you recommend buying the parts? I'm in the US.
ebay and amazon are good places to start for parts. They won't be the cheapest, but they're readily available on short notice and convenient.
Aliexpress is cheap, but has long delivery times because China import.
@@Adamant_IT Thanks a bunch!
Hi there! My laptops left click just wasnt working when I started up my laptop today. Neither on the external mouse or the trackpad. I opened everything up and cleaned it and still nothing. I noticed u said that the problem with the laptop that you repaired in this video was having the same problem. If I buy a new trackpad will that solve my problem? I have noticed other people online saying it's a problem with the CPU board. I really hope it's just a damaged trackpad.
Try to disconnect trackpad cable....
Then use an external mouse. If now it's ok then... yes! It must be a trackpad issue.
If problem persist... maybe the problem is elsewhere... I don't know...
i have a macbook pro retina late 2013 laptop which developed a 'ghost clicking' problem recently. the clicker itself is fine and working, but the mouse keeps moving on its own and opening applications etc. even without me touching the trackpad at all. i have also tried using a external bluetooth mouse to see if this would fix the problem, to which it allowed slightly better control but eventually would revert to ghost clicking again after a few minutes. i followed everything you did in this video, except that i removed the trackpad only to clean it/re-adjust the clicker screw rather than replace it with a new trackpad since i thought excess dirt/dust build-up may have been the reason for this problem, but this doesn't seem to be the case.
i don't know what else i should do, would it be better to just completely replace the trackpad as you did or visit a professional/apple genius bar?
Yea if you've done a clean out and you're still having issues, replace the trackpad. Sometimes the dirt and grime is too ingrained, and not even cleaning will shift it.
@@Adamant_IT bought a new trackpad, replaced it and now it's working properly again! seriously saved me so much time and money, thank you so much! :-)
I have absolutely no experience with technology but this video was super informative. Do you reckon a beginner would be able to do this or should I have it replaced at a repair shop?
If you're interested in learning repair, I'd give it a go, and take it slow. If you're just wanting to get your laptop working, I'd take the hit and pay a shop to do it. The battery is the worst part here, it's not for the faint of heart when you're new to the game.
hi! whats kinf of camera setup do u use? ty
Link for the part please
I assume you could use some heat lifting that trackpad plate
My wife spilled a little bit of water on the trackpad, seems to have gotten onto those trackpad pin connectors, now the computer thinks that the trackpad is constantly holding down the LEFT CLICK, I will have to open it up and disconnect those ribbons and just use an external mouse / keyboard from now on.
I enjoy your videos but when that metal spudger came out, what a savage
Hey buddy. Ifixit says it is mandatory to replace the battery whenever you replace the trackpad, is it true ? I don’t want to pay 100$ more
No. I think they're saying that for safety, because the battery doesn't come out without a fight, and is very easily damaged by removal. If you can get it out without deforming or scratching the cells, it's still good. Use isopropyl and squirt it behind the cells to help eat into the glue and that makes it easier.
I've changed the screen and battery on my iPhones but this looks too involved. Might have to pay Apple instead. :(
As long as you do not take this to an Apple store to get fixed for any reason. Once they see that it has been worked on, they just might refuse to and want you to buy a new one.
Mother of god, that is one bad looking screen ;-O
Staingate at it's finest... :(
I also have a 2013 MacBook Pro Retina A1502 and the same wonkyness happened to my screen. I also thought the screen was ruined but it's actually not! The thing that's messed up is only the anti-reflective coating which you can remove with mouthwash...I'm not kidding. I learned the technique from this video: czcams.com/video/ip3cX-DN2ww/video.html
Mouthwash you say! I have a video about the coating, but hadn't heard of using mouthwash to remove it. I'll have to try it out on a broken screen. Thanks for the tip!
Use Floss
Anyone really surprised that Apple makes their products so that you "have" to take it to them to be fixed? No reason to have the battery glued in. Or have the parts soldered to the motherboard. You either have to be stuck with the memory, etc. that you have now and not be able to upgrade it. Or spend more money to get one with higher specs at a higher cost. Not a machine that the user can add more memory to or add more storage to.
DONT USE METAL TO PRY UP AN ADHERED BATTERY! DO NOT!
you risk a lot by not wearing gloves and lifting battery cells with a metal chisel. there are many other tutorials that show people removing adhesive with dental floss, it's way safer both for the battery and person performing the removal.
apple batteries from ipod, iphones are pain in the ass...