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Procedure – Apple MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4GHz, Late 2007 CTO, Early 2008, and Late 2008) User Manual

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MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart — Heatsink

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Procedure

Note: Some photo details below may differ slightly from the model of 17-inch MacBook Pro you
are repairing; however, the procedure itself remains consistent for any of the models.

If the fans will not be removed, cut the tape between the fans and the heatsink (as described

1.

in the

Fans

Chapter), then lift out the heatsink.

When installing the heatsink, make sure that it fits over the pins, shown, and lays flat.

2.

Make sure to install new thermal grease as outlined in the

3.

Logic Board

chapter.