How to Replace the Battery in a MacBook Pro Retina 13-inch (late 2013 to early 2015)

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NewerTech NuPower Battery Replacement Kit
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Restore You Mac's Runtime!
When high-performance, quality, and longevity are your battery upgrade criteria, NuPower is your answer. NuPower batteries are designed to meet and exceed factory specifications. With renewed battery life you can listen to more music, watch more videos, and get more work done between recharges. To ensure your confidence and satisfaction, these highest-quality batteries are backed by free, award-winning US-based support and a one-year, 48-hour, or less turnaround warranty.
A Perfect-fit Solution
NuPower batteries are engineered to perfectly complement the fit and finish of your Mac® notebook as well as offer full compatibility with applicable OEM sleep and power reduction modes.
INSTALLATION DIFFICULTY LEVEL: 5 OF 5
Recommended for experienced technicians.
Tackle the job in less than a day.
Ready to take on the removal and replacement of your soldered OEM battery in your 2013-2015 MacBook Pro Retina notebook? This complete DIY tool kit from NewerTech will help you do just that. Includes a high-quality, model-specific battery; comprehensive, model-specific video guidance, and 24/7 customer support; plus all the tools necessary to get the job done. Everything has been tested for usability and reliability, including the adhesive remover you’ll need to lift the OEM battery from its secured position.
Works with the following MacBook Pro models with Model ID:
- MacBookPro11,1
- MacBookPro12,1

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@rolfdenver 6 жыл бұрын

One of the best, most logical and easy to follow, instructional videos I've seen. Thank you.

@DarrenChaiMD 3 жыл бұрын

how is it now? does the battery still work well and hold charge?

@mysfyre8883 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the clear and concise video to replace the battery. After a lot of research, I found that the best After Market battery was Newer Tech and OWC was one of the few suppliers that provided this battery. The battery I received had a design capacity was 7000mAh and the full charge capacity went up to 7241mAh - Bonus, as the original battery design capacity was 6300mAh. I followed the instructions, and was prepared to pry the old battery with Glue Debonder and a plastic card but to my surprise, I could pry the battery off by hand with little effort - sometimes, you get lucky as I had seen some nightmare videos in getting the old battery out. The rest of the battery installation was pretty simple, and once it was charged up - I did a PRAM and SMC reset for the Macbook Pro - I was surprised that these final steps were not mentioned in the otherwise very complete instructional video. Finally - after 10days of usage, I calculated and verified that the new battery provided me with 5-6hrs of battery for web video usage compared to my old battery where it had 2hrs at 64% of design capacity. I hope this review is useful to someone in 2021 :)

@davileett1224 2 жыл бұрын

How did you find that OWC batteries were the best?

@skepticseptic1932 2 жыл бұрын

Commenting so I can find this comment later

@rileyroisin 2 жыл бұрын

It is useful to someone in 2022! lol thanks :)

@galoisdirac6802 Жыл бұрын

Replacing in 2023. I never knew about PRAM and SMC - thanks.

@Chamindo7 3 ай бұрын

This review is useful to someone in 2024! Thank you very much!

@davidquikpic6823 5 жыл бұрын

I can't thank you enough for this video! I followed it to the T and it was much easier than I thought. The hardest part is CAREFULLY removing the old battery. That adhesive remover worked great. I also used waxed dental floss to get underneath the batteries if needed. Again, thanks so much for this AWESOME video! You saved me a lot of money and aggravation.

@snowshoe3274 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I used this in addition to the iFixit guide, and this was way more concise and better shown. Also saved me a bunch of work disconnecting all the cables iFixit told me to disconnect. One note though, I have a L2013 MBP 13 and mine only had one screw holding the battery.

@jeffreycastillo32 4 жыл бұрын

I bought a battery for my MacBook Pro early 2015 model for $55, bought an adhesive from Walmart $5, and use a cotton swab to remove and an old credit card, and it is working perfectly. This videos helps a ton. The stores wanted to charge me anywhere from $120-$280 to repair and the $120 was an estimate.

@chizhang6016 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible tutorial with detailed instructions - cannot believe I could finish the battery replacement within 2 hours! Many many thanks 🤣

@Nick-he5nk 11 ай бұрын

I don’t normally post comments but wanted to thank the maker of this video. I carefully followed all the steps shown here and was able to replace my battery with no trouble. A syringe and acetone worked really well to to release the glue on the old battery and the new battery was installed safely and easily. Very grateful for your time and effort to make these excellent videos

@jaimegarcia827 Жыл бұрын

Great video! I took the battery off violently with a spare plastic card & without adhesive remover or dental floss and got the whole thing done in like 30min thanks to this tutorial 😊

@DannyBloomfieldBK 5 жыл бұрын

I've never messed with laptop hardware before. Thanks for the video to help me get through my first repair!

@HEYSERGYO 4 жыл бұрын

how did it go?

@dalfredphillips 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the post! Changed battery and replaced trackpad cable. All is well!

@ItsMe-yq5sb 5 жыл бұрын

Very impressive Tutorial works like magic, thanks 🙏 brother for showing us the way !!

@jsopala 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a detailed and smart how to video. I just changed my Macbook Pro battery with no problem at all and detaching the batteries (with a drop of acetone) was much easier than expected. You rock my friend!

@ramiroargueta-cu3ov 11 ай бұрын

Really?? Just a drop in each part ? I'm replacing my, in a couple of days

@nuthinbetta2do 5 жыл бұрын

The clearest and easiest tutorial by far. I used an old metal credit card instead of adhesive remover to remove the battery. Thank you so much. Fixed my Macbook in 30 minutes.

@HEYSERGYO 4 жыл бұрын

how is it running by now? (1 year later)

@iStack247 3 жыл бұрын

How is your macbook now? is it still working?

@GenoG 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I used a flat plastic pry tool that I had and did it "dry" as well! One note, my laptop didn't recognize my battery or charger after the install and the fan was on 100%. I researched the issue and by disconnecting the battery and holding down the Power button for 5 seconds, I cleared the "memory" and the unit fired up as normal and I was able to start the charging/discharging cycles.

@olegtchernyshyov5964 3 жыл бұрын

An excellent instructional video! I was able to replace an old battery in my mid-2014 MacBook Pro. Used 70% isopropyl alcohol as an adhesive softener. It is less aggressive than acetone, so the process requires a bit more effort, but it still works well. One minor point. Contrary to what the instruction says at 4:00, my mid-2014 MackBook Pro had just one screw fastening the battery-next to the connector. There were no "four more [screws] to remove as well-two on each side." There were holes there, to be sure, but they had no screws and were just covered with rubber plugs.

@tomasgraffman3353 2 жыл бұрын

Same here, just one screw and four rubberplugs on my mid14. Otherwise, great tutorial!

@jonathansims5924 Жыл бұрын

My late 2013 model also had the plugs. It was a pain to try and put them in the new battery holes so I just skipped it.

@frankkilkelly6393 2 жыл бұрын

What a brilliant video. So clear, informative, and complete. It's obvious that you know what you're doing!

@Meechety 3 жыл бұрын

This is such a better guide than the tedious, lengthy one that iFixIt has on their website. They literally require you to remove every part of the laptop, including the logic board. Thanks!

@TheDeathApart 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! You’ve given me confidence to replace the battery myself 😄

@aliz_1 Жыл бұрын

This video gives great step-by-step instructions with specific hints. I only had to wiggle a plastic card underneath three of the battery's six components, and all of them came out readily or with a gentle firm pull. So before getting an adhesive remover or a heat gun, just open the MacBook and see if you can remove the battery by simply pulling it out.

@BluePlanetDrone 4 жыл бұрын

Installed mine today in a 2015 13” MBP. I used a different battery but it went smoothly. The old battery came out easily, just used a credit card to slide underneath and then goo gone to get the old adhesive off. That was the hardest part. All in all took a little over and hr with about 90%’of it getting the old adhesive off. Thx for the great guide. Helped a lot.

@puretexsolutions1682 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video! Easy to follow and very well instructed. Thank you for your help.

@fauxpassagan 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent, concise and accurate. What I thought might be daunting, became a simple, quick task. Thank you!

@dylanesquivel7826 4 жыл бұрын

This was a great and easy video to follow. No experience with laptops and I changed it myself perfectly fine. Thank you!

@dogalina49 Жыл бұрын

Hello again. I did it - thanks to your very clear video. The battery was not easy. I found it useful to use a flat brush, as used for tinting hair. Once the battery began to lift I could slide this with more solution added underneath, and then use the card to lift it. Well pleased.

@taiosmalls 5 жыл бұрын

Dude thank you so much for your help. U. R. Amazing

@thijs199 3 жыл бұрын

sometimes I wonder what genius would decide to, knowing something will be dead in 5 years, to make it so incredibly hard to remove

@Mickycho1964 3 жыл бұрын

This is how they milk the market. Greedy geniuses, they are.

@underdogtv2855 3 жыл бұрын

@@ZyrixDeinhardt For some of us time is money!

@zacdoc9426 3 жыл бұрын

@@ZyrixDeinhardt shocking

@ScottKelley 3 жыл бұрын

@@ZyrixDeinhardt Gees that's almost the price of a Mac Mini

@TheVCRTimeMachine 3 жыл бұрын

This is actually incredibly easy to remove with a little patience. Apple will charge you about $700 to do this. One hour of your time, $50 for a battery and tools, and the satisfaction of doing a job yourself is much better.

@joeplusolga 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. I used tooth floss without adhesive remover (for safety, in case of battery fire), and it worked great on my early-2015 MBP. Took me about an hour, slow and steady with the floss and a little bit of prying. The old battery was swollen and the laptop wouldn't sit on all 4 feet, so it was wobbly. After battery change, works great; just calibrating now.

@ladynole35 4 жыл бұрын

So you didn’t use the remover at all? Just used the floss?

@gilanggilang9859 Жыл бұрын

@@ladynole35 make sure u drain the battery first so no charge and its safe to remove with dental floss

@DamonMysteryss4 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much this was very helpful in replacing my battery!

@MrSahle 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you...my Mac is alive once again!!!

@edemuppa 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!!! Thank u. Only addition from me is do not forget to use only specific tools.

@jimmymorales6275 5 жыл бұрын

I don't normally chime in on these videos, but this was a truly well done and helpful video. The only suggestion I would make for future videos is that it might be helpful to point out the different size screws on the speaker assembly. Thank you for making my life much easier!

@jimmymorales6275 5 жыл бұрын

Also! Instead of using a card to get the battery out, I used thin wire and ran it under the battery like floss. It is much easier and safer.

@unknownsamoan01 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for a clear and easy to follow video. The only thing I did differently was I used a can of 'freeze spray', instead of the adhesive remover. I am recalibrating the new battery now... 👋🏾

@poweredbyowc 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. Thank you for your feedback :)

@markfir Жыл бұрын

So professionally made and clear! Thank you!!

@barbvdh 2 жыл бұрын

Thank for this Video. Easy to follow instructions for sure. As someone else had said, my macbook also did not have those screws around track pad battery just rubber stops. I did not use adhesive remover as I had none on hand Just took a little longer, computer is up and running and the battery last forever. Thank you again!

@poweredbyowc 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Barb, Thank you so much for the great compliment. Awesome to know that the battery installation was easy to be done. Please let us know if you need anything else we are more than happy to assist. Have a Great and Safe day!

@Hobbit4 4 жыл бұрын

Really clear and easy to follow video. Thanks for making it so professionally and clear!

@poweredbyowc 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it to be helpful!

@saadcore2610 Жыл бұрын

I love the fact that you took your time to explain everything into details

@robingevaert2145 3 жыл бұрын

This is a very good video. Thank you so much. Helped me a lot!

@LulluTube 3 жыл бұрын

thank you thank you thank you! Great video, no surprises when I changed the battery, thanks to this very well put together clip. 100% success.

@poweredbyowc 3 жыл бұрын

This was totally awesome to hear! Thanks so much for letting us know.

@mjsubterra 2 ай бұрын

Just wanted to thank the video producer - it was clear and (not so) simple but it seems like it got the job done. My amber light isn't on, but the Mac is charging, so I'm stoked - Thanks!

@poweredbyowc 2 ай бұрын

You are more than welcome! Keep an eye out for more great videos from us!

@NormYip 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video. I didnt think I could manage this on my own and was ready to fork over several hundred dollars to replace the battery. But upon seeing this video, I felt confident enough to do the replacement myself.

@iuriididenko5284 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks guys! Did it in 30 minutes, saved myself 100 EUR. Very good explained.

@alessiamele6185 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video, helped a lot.

@protonarts294 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent instructions; thanks. Just saved my MBP from Dreaded Expanding Battery Syndrome.

@destroystreets1023 5 жыл бұрын

disclosures on point my work would approve you aint ever getting sued

@johndrinkardwaterionizersd3663 3 жыл бұрын

This is THE VIDEO to follow to install your new battery. Step by step instructions were easy to follow and best of all, I was able to do it myself, successfully!

@poweredbyowc 3 жыл бұрын

We are happy to hear that the video made your new battery installation a breeze and that your D.I.Y install was successful! Thank you for being a OWC customer!

@danielkinem4500 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this tutorial. Clear, concise, and made the battery swap painless.

@poweredbyowc Жыл бұрын

We're glad to hear that our Installation video was very helpful for you Daniel.

@kumaran2u 2 жыл бұрын

Clear instructions. I was able to fix the macbook battery myself. Thank you🙏

@kevinralph7584 5 жыл бұрын

How about a bit swollen which shows in metal case, screen not fully flat?

@EmilSun 4 жыл бұрын

If you dont have the Limit adhesive, can you just use the card is fin or not?

@user-mk2os5mr2u 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this guide!

@marioosmakcic 2 жыл бұрын

Very easy to follow and very logical. Thank you!

@mojray07 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I did it myself, my dad couldnt believe it. I was pretty easy 😁

@poweredbyowc 3 жыл бұрын

We are happy to hear. Thank you for your feedback Victoria :)

@lajosmokany4719 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have one question. If I want to replace the original battery to a used battery from another Macbook, what kind of glue should I use? Because the old battery is not sticky but it needs to be fixed.

@MrSummerMadness 3 жыл бұрын

This tutorial was super helpful and I’ve successfully replaced my MacBook 2013 13” retina battery. Used acetone, gloves and some old swipe cards to assist. My battery was only secured using one screw. Thanks for this super concise and helpful tutorial

@Mickycho1964 3 жыл бұрын

I have seen an other video that used dental floss. Do you think it would work better?

@poweredbyowc 3 жыл бұрын

How awesome! Thanks for letting us know how it went for you.

@MrSummerMadness 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mickycho1964 if you have dental floss to hand, it definitely will help. Ultimately the acetone is great as it alleviates the need to use excessive force. You gotta remember that your machine is worth a lot, so be gentle with her

@jazzreb 4 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful guide. Made it easier than it seemed. Thank you.

@poweredbyowc 4 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@Qriusme 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! Just successfully changed my battery and the trackpad.

@enzoaitmuhendsson4512 3 жыл бұрын

How’s the battery holding up for y’a?

@puwazatza 3 жыл бұрын

is the first time full charge-battery drain/recharge process really needed? how many disadvantages will you get if not?

@xxNeosxx 5 жыл бұрын

Thankyou very much bro! very useful video

@_edgary 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Fantastic video!

@ecmorgan69 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have to use the adhesive? Can't you just put the battery in and secure it with the screws? That battery looks fairly well secured to me with just the screws.

@Babsworld 3 жыл бұрын

extremely helpful video, thanks for your wonderful effort 👍

@kevinching4452 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thank you so much!

@vivekmuthu88 2 жыл бұрын

Worked like a gem for me..Thanks for elaborate tutorial..I just did 1 things different..used nail polish removal instead of acetone. It worked too..but wouldn't recommend to all.

@WhosKemo 3 жыл бұрын

Do you need a specific screwdriver for the screw holding the battery connector in place I've got all the others off but this one doesn't want to work any help?

@dennisvanderben2719 6 жыл бұрын

awesome guide btw!!

@tasfiqshanto4679 4 жыл бұрын

when i plugin my macpro mid2014 it works, without the charger it show low bettery , do i need to change the bettery ? please

@hyperios24 4 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. I think it is probably better to completely remove the trackpad flexcable to be more gentle with it, but otherwise followed all intructions and it went perfectly.

@simonblunden2151 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Just be careful folks doing this. As I removed the old battery it started to smoke and got very hot. Fortunately I was able to get it out before anything got too crazy. These lithium ion batteries are dangerous.

@JustFlow.Official 2 жыл бұрын

THANKS a lot man! This really helped me and I'm not a technical person, problem solved!

@kathleendixon5013 3 жыл бұрын

I have the early 2015 MacBook Air. Would this procedure work with the Air? Thank you

@rudylab861 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. You saved me money and the instructions we easy to follow. My MacBook Pro is working perfectly now and the new battery I bought off Amazon is good. (Only tough part was removing to adhesive, I would maybe recommend using a adhesive remover)

@poweredbyowc 3 жыл бұрын

We are happy to hear. Thank you for the feedback Rudy.

@cassiusjb 5 жыл бұрын

That music is really jivey. 👍👍

@brambijdevaate7978 4 жыл бұрын

Costed me 30minutes and so much in Repair cost over at apple, thanks

@Ross_Garden 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I did it!!!!!

@zerodef10 Жыл бұрын

10/10 instructions. Thank you for this.

@ninetyoneawesome 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this amazing step by step video . I manage to replace the battery myself

@poweredbyowc 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear your installation went well, if you have any questions please let us know!

@TheGiuliboss 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this tutorial! My battery arrived today and it took me around 2 hours for everything! I was concerned to remove my battery because it was already a bit puffed.

@poweredbyowc 2 жыл бұрын

You are more than welcome! We are glad that we were able to provide a helpful tutorial that was able to assist with replacing your battery!

@harrikiviniemi7446 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, thanks a lot!

@thisweekincomics...3797 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video, using the hair dryer to heat the adhesive actually worked!

@poweredbyowc 7 ай бұрын

💙😎

@jeff_web_wonks 5 жыл бұрын

Great video - thanks

@rileyroisin 2 жыл бұрын

Just saved me hundreds of dollars! Thanks! The hardest part for me was getting the remaining adhesive off! As well as the wait to use my computer like normal lol.

@poweredbyowc 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Riley! I'm glad OWC was able to be of help! This is not an easy installation (which is why we recommend professional installations for the Mac user in the street) but it can be done.

@lubiatty1 5 жыл бұрын

Hi and will the system automaticly update the cycle count after battery replacement? So the counting starts all over again from number 1? Thank you

@GenoG 2 жыл бұрын

Well done, thanks! Makes me braver to see someone do it before I start!!

@poweredbyowc 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! Making sure we provide good videos we see as being important as this helps customer's with their installs. Glad we could be of help, and we will always strive to do so.

@wordzenpix 2 ай бұрын

Outstanding video and detailed explanation!

@ProudEritrean 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, I saved $183 for replacing my MacBook Pro battery by myself.

@HEYSERGYO 4 жыл бұрын

How did it go?? Did u actually do it?

@ProudEritrean 4 жыл бұрын

@SERGYO. Hi Sergyo, yes I did it. It was pretty easy. I bought the battery from amazon it came with small screwdriver, but I had mine so I didn’t use that. Just follow this video and you will definitely do it.

@HEYSERGYO 4 жыл бұрын

@@ProudEritrean amazing! and what liquid did you use for wiping glue out? any link? thanks!

@vanhap 3 ай бұрын

well done guys, professional and right on point.

@geraldhoarau6509 3 жыл бұрын

I coud change my macbook pro battery by following this video. Thank you very much for the video, it was very helpful

@sarathipal9833 4 жыл бұрын

Can you please help me letting me know if the NewerTech NuPower Battery Replacement Kit can be used for the late 2013 13inch model? As the Website that is provided in the video description where it reflects "For 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display (Late 2012 to Early 2013)". I am trying to upgrade my late 2013 mackbook pro 13 inch late 2013 retina display.

@jojen 3 жыл бұрын

Dont forget to order adhesive remover, I ordered my battery and I'm stuck with my macbook open with the old batteries stuck. I tried to pull it a little but the batteries could rupture, so I'll try to see if I can find some at home depot now

@savinospitzenberg8791 3 жыл бұрын

Very good video! Just did my MacBook Pro battery replacement without problems with that tutorial 👍

@saint8709 3 жыл бұрын

did u buy his kit?

@stratboy1000 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I have the "2015 model" you refer to in your video and was able to make the battery change without issue.

@poweredbyowc 2 жыл бұрын

😉👌🏽

@user-nu2jk8iq4r 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use a different battery brand other than Apple? Or what do you recommend?

@AnthonyCZeccaSr 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@mr.x1460 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@sammymolina5270 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Saved over $400 !!!

@josdenhartog7385 Жыл бұрын

Worked perfectly this tutorial video! Thanks 🙏

@poweredbyowc Жыл бұрын

Glad you found our DIY battery upgrade tutorial useful

@petersv 4 жыл бұрын

Why does your 2015 model macbook 13-inch use a A1493/1582. Doesn't it require a A1502?

@seanb6315 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video.

@_diegoarrue 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question please. I have been told that even if you put in a new battery, a late 2013 MacBook Pro for example, will not be near its original battery life. Is this true? I thought the whole point of replacing it with a NEW battery was that it's back to running what it originally ran. Maybe I can see it if you're running an updated operating system like Big Sur