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Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

Kelly Greer — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 22:54:02 -0000

Hi! So, my track pad hard click bar was starting to require more pressure, then it stopped working. I could still scroll and tap on the rest of the track pad. I watched several videos, removed the track pad and cleaned with alcohol wipe, didn't fix the issue, tried adjusting the T6 torx screw as on this video, now no tapping or clicking is working. Scrolling still works. I'm afraid if I order a replacement track pad that it still won't work because perhaps I've messed up with the T6 screw or something. Any thoughts? Thank you!

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

Matt — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 16:37:56 -0000

How can I remove a stripped trackpad screw?

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

stevl72 — Sat, 20 Aug 2016 11:19:18 -0000

Will this work with a MacBook Air mid-2011? I want to make sure the trackpad is as accessible as shown here, because i'm not very technical!

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

james — Sun, 20 Mar 2016 19:58:49 -0000

If you haven't managed to sort it or find what you need. Look on eBay. if I were you I would make a serious written complaint to Apple. Its not a full refurbishment cos of battery either. That in itself is a lie. Batteries aren't that expensive and they didn't even have to replace the battery. Plus why would it affect the battery if it had tried on it? Battery is sealed so it wouldn't do a thing to it unless it was on the actual connectors. I would of made Apple replace the bolt they buggered up and warned them about this little thing called fraud.

hope you resolved the issue.

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Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

Kristen Wave Snider — Wed, 05 Aug 2015 14:36:41 -0000

About a year ago a friend spilled nail polish (god damn it) all over my trackpad I cleaned most of it off before it could seep down behind the trackpad but some of it did and the trackpad became stuck to the separator between the trackpad and the battery on my MacBook Pro Retina 15" (mid 2012). I took it to the Apple Store and they claimed that they couldn't replace it without refurbishing it because it had gotten on the battery. Long Story short, I decided to fix it myself. 2 things happened once I opened it up and took it apart. I found that the bastards lied to me because there was no nail polish on the battery and in fact it was IMPOSSIBLE for that to happen because they use a metal separator between the battery and trackpad so that they can glue the battery in. The main issue is that the t6 hex screw at the bottom that allows the trackpad to click was slightly stripped by the repair techs at the apple store and won't tighten passed a certain point and that makes it impossible for me to tighten it enough to get the trackpad to click. So my question is, where can I find a replacement for that screw? or how can I tighten this screw without stripping it completely?

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Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

Jesse Jarjour — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 13:02:01 -0000

I'm curious if you know if it is possible to replace a 13" MBP trackpad with one off a 15"? My 13"'s trackpad is cracked and my 15" logic board is toast. There seems to be different models available but the dimensions are exactly the same.

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

Tim — Mon, 05 Jan 2015 15:28:32 -0000

ive been trying to replace the case on my mac book but i cant get any T6 driver to work i have used a few and none of them will fit in the opening is there anything i should look for that could help me

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

gogeeks — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 19:35:38 -0000

Oh geeze! I'm so sorry, just saw this comment now!

It is the same size as the nintendo ones, the screwdriver I use in the video is actually branded for nintendo products!

http://amzn.to/13Rh8Oq <== Here is a link to the one I use, incase you need it!

Sorry for the delay in response, hopefully it still helps though!

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

gogeeks — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 19:33:49 -0000

This is the one I use: http://amzn.to/13Rh8Oq

If you are hoping to buy one locally, the specific one you're looking for is a "Y1" Tri-wing screwdriver.

Hopefully this helps! :D

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

James — Tue, 30 Dec 2014 19:26:56 -0000

What size tri wing screwdriver do I need to get the battery out? There are so many online and I'm not sure which one to get.

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Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

Sarah — Mon, 25 Aug 2014 07:58:02 -0000

Hi, I have a 2008 macbook unibody, not the pro model. I'm having this exact issue! Only thing is, the screw you tightened for the pro model, is a tri wing screw in my model. Is this the same size as the nintendo one?

Thanks!

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

Andre Braddox — Sat, 28 Jun 2014 09:21:15 -0000

Hi, I was really needing to get the fix for the Mid -2011 Macbook air model trackpad. My email is andreflash1@gmail.com. Thanks......Andre

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

gogeeks — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 09:48:45 -0000

Well depends on the notebook :)

Is it a macbook pro or macbook? If it's a aluminum unibody, it'll work no problem! If you're not sure what kind it is, just send me a pic and I'll tell you if it'll work or not.

Unfortunately I personally don't sell trackpads/batteries as of right now (it's something I'm considering) BUT for now you can order them from ifixit.com, they're a great source! I have yet to hear of an unhappy customer. Amazon has a few but read reviews! I'll add links to a replacement trackpads & batteries in the FAQ.

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

stuart meyers — Sun, 22 Jun 2014 08:27:55 -0000

The tutorial video was great, Will the same procedure work on my Apple snow leopard notebook and if i need a new trackpad and or a battery for it can I order one from you

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

gogeeks — Fri, 18 Apr 2014 19:59:31 -0000

Hey Kathy!

First off, thanks for watching! :D

Second, it very well could be your battery!!! A ton of people have near identical symptoms as describe in the video above, and it's just a battery going bad! Batteries expand over time, and if they get to the point where they're on the verge of going out, they can expand to a point where it messes with your trackpad!

So it's unlikely that it's the cushion, however it's a pretty high probability that it's the battery pressing against the bottom of your trackpad (I've read a ton of YouTube comments on my channel stating that a battery swap fixed the problem for them).

Either way, let me know how it goes for you!

Thanks again,
PC | Twitter.com/ParasChadha

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

Kathy J — Fri, 18 Apr 2014 19:30:50 -0000

Hi there: Thanks for some great instructions! I was able to do everything (except my battery ended up having three screws) but I'm still having issues with my trackpad. I've tried both loosening and tightening the hex screw to no avail. Aside from replacing the entire trackpad, I'm wondering if the problem could be with my battery rather than with the trackpad itself. My trackpad is more squshy than clicky, and I see that there's a cushion of sorts attached to the battery underneath where the trackpad sits. Since the trackpad clicks just fine without the battery installed, could there be something wrong with this "cushion" that's preventing my trackpad from working properly? Thanks so much!

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Hmmm. Thanks for any ideas.

Re: How to: Use Wiimote on PC as a Controller/Mouse

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Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

zadorazamora — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:53:22 -0000

maybe i overlooked the detail, but it would be good to state which direction the trackpad adjustment screw shd be turned in order to make DECREASE the fingerpressure needed to have the trackpad function correctly.

in other words, answer this question:

does a CLOCKWISE turn adjust the trackpad so it works with LESS finger pressure? etc.

thanks

Re: How to fix your Unibody Macbook trackpad!

Daveyon Mayne — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 18:13:52 -0000

Hey. Whats the name of the connector the track pad clips onto on the logicboard?