MacBook Pro 14" 2014 Screen Replacement
Complete guide to MacBook Pro 14" 2014 screen replacement. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
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🔧 Repair Overview
Screen Replacement is one of the most common repairs for MacBook Pro 14" 2014. This repair involves replacing the damaged display component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 1-2 hours and requires moderate skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
🔩 Replacement Parts
What You'll Need
- Replacement display part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1:
Remove the following P5 pentalobe screws securing the lower case to the MacBook Pro:
Eight 3.0 mm
Two 2.3 mm
Step 2:
Lifting from the edge nearest the clutch cover, lift the lower case off the MacBook Pro.
Set the lower case aside.
Step 3:
Peel back the warning label covering the battery connector.
Step 4:
Using the flat end of a spudger, gently pry the battery connector straight up out of its socket on the logic board.
Bend the battery cables back and out of the way, ensuring that the battery connector doesn't accidentally make contact with the logic board.
Step 5:
Use a spudger or [product|IF145-020|tweezers] to pry the three AirPort antenna cables straight up off of their sockets on the AirPort board.
The cable connection points are fragile. Be careful to lift only on the connector, and not on the socket or cable.
To reconnect, align the connector carefully into position over the socket, and press it down firmly with the flat of your spudger.
Step 6:
Use the tip of a spudger to push the camera cable's plug toward the fan and out of its socket on the logic board.
The plug in the photo has six connections, but some models have twelve connections. The process of removing the plug from its socket is the same for both.
If the camera cable's plug won't come easily out of its socket on the logic board, fold back the rubber cover over the fan to gain access to the cable, then gently pull on the cable while using the spudger to gently push the plug out of its socket.
Be sure to push parallel to the board, first on one side, then the other, to slowly "walk" the plug out of its socket. Do not pry up, or you will damage the socket.
Step 7:
Insert the flat end of a spudger underneath the rubber heat sink cover on the right fan.
Slide the spudger underneath the length of the cover, releasing the adhesive.
Lift the cover and flip it back so that you can access the cables underneath.
Step 8:
Use your fingers to pull the AirPort/Camera cables up off the fan.
The cables are adhered to the fan, so peel them up carefully to avoid damaging them.
Carefully de-route the cables from the plastic cable guide.
Step 9:
Use the flat end of a spudger to pry off the two rubber hinge covers, one from each end of the device.
Step 10:
Remove the two 3.1 mm T5 Torx screws securing the aluminum hinge covers to the upper case.
Remove the two aluminum hinge brackets from the MacBook Pro.
Step 11:
Use the tip of a spudger to pry the display data cable lock and rotate it toward the DC-In side of the computer.
Pull the display data cable straight out of its socket on the logic board.
Do not lift up on the display data cable, as its socket is very fragile. Pull the cable parallel to the face of the logic board.
Step 12:
Remove four out of the six 5.3 mm T8 Torx screws securing the display to the upper case.
We purposely have you leave one screw attaching the display to the upper case to aid in future steps.
When reassembling, make sure that the screws go through the two grounding loops on the webcam/airport cable.
Step 13:
Open the MacBook Pro approximately 110 degrees, and place it sideways on the table, as shown.
While holding the display and upper case together with your left hand, remove the remaining T8 Torx screw from the lower (closer to the table) display bracket.
Step 14:
Be sure to hold the display and upper case together with your left hand. Failure to do so may cause the freed display/upper case to fall, potentially damaging each component.
While holding the display and upper case together with your left hand, remove the remaining T8 Torx screw from the upper display bracket.
Step 15:
Grip both halves of the device, one in each hand.
Gently push forward on the bottom half of the device to detach it from the display assembly.
Carefully set each component aside, making sure to set down the lower half keyboard-side down.
📖 Repair guide provided by iFixit - The free repair manual. Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 3.0.
iFixit Difficulty: Moderate | Time: NaNh NaNm
DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $48-$210)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($80-$350)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your MacBook Pro 14" 2014 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 282 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new MacBook Pro 14" 2014 generates 290 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 8 kg of CO₂. That's a 97% reduction in carbon emissions!
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