Apple MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4GHz, Late 2007 CTO, Early 2008, and Late 2008) - Manual (Page 152)

MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Adjustments — Display Latch 152
Latch Adjustment
Overview
To secure the display to the top case, the MacBook Pro uses a latch assembly that consists of two
parts—a latch mechanism under the top case (actually attached to the bottom case frame) and
two swinging latch hooks inside the display assembly clamshell. As the unit is closed, magnets
inside the latch mechanism pull the metal latch hooks down into the bottom case, and an
overhang on the latch mechanism clasps the hooks to the frame.
If the display does not properly latch to the top case, fails to remain closed, or pops up without
the display release button being pushed, you can make adjustments to the latch hooks that may
correct the issue. Alternately, you can send the computer to an Apple Repair Center for service.
Tools
This procedure requires the following tools:
Black stick (or other non-marring nylon or plastic pointed tool) •
Magnet •
Preliminary Steps
Warning: While performing the following procedures, take note of the position of the hooks
as they are drawn out of the display housing and down into the slots in the top case. Any
adjustments to these hooks must be very slight to stay within the slot on the top case.
Before performing the latch adjustment, test the current operation of the latches:
Push the display down to about two inches from the top case. Then push the display very 1.
slowly until it just touches the top case, and immediately release.
If working properly, the latches should secure the display to the top case throughout the
following tests:
Pounding firmly on the table top, to the left and right of the computer. •
Pulling up on the sides of the display. •
Repeat the above procedures several times to verify proper operation of the latches.
Whether or not the latches functioned properly during testing, use the following procedures 2.
to achieve or to verify proper latching function.