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Subject line kind of says it all. I have a late-2013 MBP whose battery has inflated, i.e. filled up with gas. Obviously it needs to be replaced but I’m wondering if an i-opener can still be used to free up the adhesive in a situation like this. I’m concerned that the heat will cause the gas to expand and possibly create a hazardous situation. I’m also wondering if the trapped gas will act as an insulator and prevent the i-opener from working at all. Has anyone tried this?
The iOpener wouldn’t help you here, you’ll need to use a nylon spatula to carefully lift the battery using acetone or ethanol to soften the adhesive following the MacBook Pro 13" Retina Display Late 2013 Battery Replacement. You’ll want to do this outside wearing safety glasses, mask, and non-flammable gloves and clothing. Have a CO2 fire extinguisher handy just in case.
Yes you can use the I-opener tool which is basically a plastic spugger to pry the battery up from the case. Get the battery kit with the solvent to soften the adhesive to make it easier. Don’t puncture the battery on purpose. If they short out they light on fire and burn hot and fast. I wouldn’t worry to much but it’s a good idea to be careful.
