MacBook Pro M1 Battery Replacement – Part 1: Opening & Battery Removal (Silicone Adhesive) 🔋

MACBOOK PRO M1 BATTERY REPLACEMENT – PART 1: OPENING & BATTERY REMOVAL Today, we're stepping away from phones! Watch as we open a MacBook Pro 2020 M1 and remove the silicone-glued battery. Apple uses industrial-strength adhesive to keep these batteries in place. Removing them requires patience, the right solvent, and plastic tools. --- 🛠️ WHAT YOU'LL SEE IN PART 1: Step Procedure Tools 1 Remove bottom case screws Pentalobe screwdriver 2 Disconnect battery (safety first!) Plastic spudger 3 Disconnect trackpad flex cable Tweezers 4 Disconnect left & right speakers Phillips #00 5 Remove speaker assemblies Phillips #00 6 Remove glued battery Isopropyl alcohol + plastic tools --- ⚠️ THE CRITICAL BATTERY REMOVAL PROCESS: Apple secures the MacBook Pro M1 battery with strong silicone adhesive. You cannot just pull it out. The correct method: 1. Apply 90%+ isopropyl alcohol along the battery edges 2. Wait 2-3 minutes for the alcohol to penetrate the silicone 3. Use plastic tools to gently lift the battery cells one by one 4. Repeat alcohol application as needed 5. Never use metal tools – you will puncture the battery! Why this works: Isopropyl alcohol dissolves silicone adhesive without damaging the battery or the aluminum case. --- ⚠️ SAFETY WARNINGS: Don't Why ❌ Pull hard on the battery You'll bend the cells – fire risk ❌ Use metal tools Puncture = fire/explosion ❌ Apply too much alcohol Can damage logic board ❌ Rush the process Patience is essential --- 🔧 PRO TIPS FOR MACBOOK REPAIR: Tip Why It Matters Disconnect battery FIRST Protects logic board from shorts Use Pentalobe screwdriver MacBooks use 5-point screws Keep screws organized Different lengths = different holes Work on ESD-safe mat Protect sensitive components Go SLOW with battery Rushing = fire risk --- 📍 NEED HELP? VISIT PHONE REPAIR MALTA Not comfortable doing this yourself? We're here to help! Phone Repair Malta 📍 Bisazza Street 6, Sliema 📞 Call/WhatsApp: +356 2702 6258 ⏰ Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-7pm | Sat 9am-2pm We offer: ✅ MacBook battery replacement (same-day service) ✅ 100% genuine Apple-grade batteries ✅ 1 YEAR WARRANTY on all repairs ✅ Professional adhesive removal & reapplication ✅ Free diagnostic before any repair --- 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@phonerepairmalta 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phonerepair.sliemamalta/ 👍 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phonerepairsliemamalta/ 🌐 Website: https://phonerepairmalta.com/ --- 👇 WATCH PART 2 for new battery installation! 👇 COMMENT "M1" for Part 2 link!