Introduction
Follow this guide to replace a crackling or broken right speaker in a MacBook Neo.
The right speaker is on the side of the laptop with no ports.
For your safety, discharge the battery below 25% before disassembly. This reduces the risk of a dangerous fire if the battery is accidentally damaged during the repair. If your battery is swollen, take appropriate precautions and replace it using this guide.
What you need
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Fully shut down the MacBook and close the lid. Keep the lid closed until you've physically disconnected the battery.
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Disconnect any cables and accessories.
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Flip the computer upside‑down on a clean work surface.
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Use a P5 pentalobe driver to remove the eight screws securing the bottom cover:
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Six 4.1 mm‑long screws
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Two 4.5 mm‑long screws
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Use your fingers to lift the top right corner of the bottom cover, near the USB‑C ports, until the clip along the right edge releases.
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Repeat this process on the left side to release its clip.
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Use a Torx Plus 3IP driver to remove the two 1.7 mm‑long screws securing the battery connector cover.
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Use the flat end of a spudger to pry up and disconnect the battery press connector.
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Insert the point of a spudger beneath the right speaker connector, located on the left side of the logic board directly above the battery, and pry it straight up to disconnect it.
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Gently lift the right speaker cable out of its channel around the battery.
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Use a Torx Plus 5IP driver to remove the four 3.5 mm‑long screws securing the right speaker.
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Lift the right speaker to a roughly 45‑degree angle and remove it.
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Compare the new replacement part to the original part—you may need to remove plastic liners from the new part before you install it.
To reassemble the MacBook, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
