Apple macbook pro 15 inch mid 2009 User Manual

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Information — Battery Precaution 121 2010-12-15
Battery Precaution
This computer contains an internal-only battery that is serviceable by Apple-authorized service 
providers only. Tamper-proof screws are employed to prevent customers from attempting to 
remove it. Before you begin any procedure (except memory removal), disconnect the battery 
from the logic board. Failure to do so could damage the computer.
Battery Removal Tool
To remove the security screws holding the battery in place, you will need a special tool, the Torx 
Plus Tamper 6 screwdriver, Apple part number 922-9101, available through GSX.    
						

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Information — Service Fixture 122 2010-12-15
Service Fixture
A custom-made fixture (922-9102) is used to remove and replace the heatsink and left fan from 
the logic board to prevent flexing the logic board
The service fixture provides support to the logic board. Failure to use the service fixture will 
flex the logic board and strain components on the board.  The fixture is two-sided; one side is 
for fan removal and installation and the other side is for heatsink removal and installation. The 
graphics below demonstrate the logic board positioned on each side of the fixture. 
Fan installation and removal side
Heatsink installation and removal side   
						

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) General Information — Icon Legend 123 2010-12-15
Icon Legend
The following icons are used in this chapter:
IconMeaning
Warning or Caution
Check mark; make sure you do this
Temperature Concerns
The normal operating temperature of this computer is well within national and international 
safety standards. Nevertheless, customers may be concerned about the generated heat. To 
prevent an unneeded repair, you can compare a customer’s computer to a running model, 
if available, at your repair site. For more information on temperature concerns and customer 
perception, refer to Knowledge Base article 30612 “Apple Portables: Operating Temperature.”
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=30612
Replacement Steps
When there are no replacement steps listed, replace parts in the exact reverse order of the 
Removal procedure.
Screw Sizes
All screw sizes shown are approximate and represent the total length of the screw.  
						

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Take Apart — Bottom Case 124 2010-12-15
First Steps
Warning:
• Shut down computer.
• Wait 10 minutes
• Unplug all cables.
• Put on ESD strap.
Tools
Clean, soft, lint-free cloth
• ESD wrist strap and 
mat
• Magnetized Phillips 
#00 screwdriver
• Black stick
• Magnifying glass
Bottom Case  
						

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Take Apart — Bottom Case 125 2010-12-15
Removal
Caution: To prevent 
scratches, use a protective 
cloth.
1 Important: The 
screws at the sides 
and front of the 
computer must be 
removed and installed 
at an angle.   
						

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Take Apart — Bottom Case 126 2010-12-15
2 Remove 10 screws:
• 3 (13.5 mm) 922-8985
• 7 (3 mm) 922-8986
Replacement Note: Install 
screws in the order shown.
3 Use black stick to 
loosen and remove 
bottom case.   
						

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Take Apart — Bottom Case 127 2010-12-15
Replacement
1 When replacing a 
bottom case, retain 
the customer’s 
bottom case until the 
repair is complete. 
Before installing the 
replacement bottom 
case, write the serial 
number on the inside 
of the new bottom 
case.  You might need 
a magnifying glass to 
read it. Refer to 
Transferring the 
Serial Number.
2 Install bottom case so 
that 2 clips snap onto 
top case.  
						

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Take Apart — Battery 128 2010-12-15
First Steps
Remove:
• Bottom case
Tools
• Clean, soft, lint-free 
cloth
• ESD wrist strap and 
mat
• Torx Plus® Tamper 6 
screwdriver (922-9101)
Battery  
						

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Take Apart — Battery 129 2010-12-15
Removal
1 Remove 3 (922-9040) 
Torx Plus® Tamper 6 
security screws. 
2 Pull battery tab up 
and forward a short 
distance to access the 
battery cable.   
						

							MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2009) Take Apart — Battery 130 2010-12-15
3 Using a black stick, 
pry cable from logic 
board connector. 
Replacement
1 Slide front edge of 
battery under 3 tabs.
2 Connect battery cable 
and install 3 security 
screws in order 
shown.  
Note: If installing a 
new battery, attach 
the new battery label 
(refer to battery label 
inbox instructions.