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MacBook Pro 13 2020 A2289 Battery Replacement — Full DIY Guide

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Skill Level

Intermediate

Time Required

Half day

Estimated Cost

$50–200

Equipment

Apple MacBook Pro 13 2020 A2289

Tools Needed

Screwdrivers, Isopropyl alcohol, Adhesive removal tools, Anti-static mat/wrist strap
MacBook Pro 13 2020 A2289 draining fast or showing Service Recommended? In this step-by-step tutorial, Nicholas from Tekdep replaces the battery safely, covers adhesive removal with isopropyl alcohol, and shares pro tips so you can do it right the first time. Need a pro to handle it for you? Book mail-in repair or data recovery: https://tekdep.com/device-repair 0:00 Intro 0:35 A2289 model overview 0:35 Prefer a pro? Mail-in repair or data recovery options 1:18 Remove back panel 2:08 Disconnect power source 3:02 Remove trackpad for safe access 4:17 Battery removal tips you should know 5:03 Pry tool + isopropyl alcohol to loosen adhesive 7:21 Peel remaining adhesives 8:39 New battery overview 8:52 Install the new battery 9:29 Reinstall trackpad 10:22 Reconnect battery flex 10:40 Close the back case 11:13 Power on test 11:29 Extra notes and care tips 12:15 Ending 12:24 Mail-in repair Parts and tools we used • Battery for MacBook Pro 13 2020 A2289 (Apple part number A2171): https://tekdep.com/product/a2289-battery-a2171 • 9-in-1 Pry Tool Kit: https://tekdep.com/product/9-in-1-disassemble-multi-opening-repair-tools-kit-metal-pry-bar • Need help? Mail-in repair or data recovery: https://tekdep.com/device-repair • More how-to tutorials: https://tekdep.com/tekdep-tech-blog • Visit Tekdep: https://tekdep.com Safety notes Work on a cool, powered-off device. Use 90%+ IPA in a ventilated area. Keep liquids away from the logic board. If anything feels stuck, add contact time and go slow. Helpful tips after install • Let the Mac reach room temperature before the first charge. • Optional calibration: charge to 100%, use to about 10%, then charge to full again. • Run a quick hardware check and confirm fans, trackpad, keyboard, speakers. Need help instead? Ship it to us. We handle mail-in repair and no-data-no-charge data recovery when applicable: https://tekdep.com/device-repair Connect with us Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/TEKDEP-com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tekdep Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tekdep.store