MacBook Pro (16-inch PROLED XDR, M5 Pro or M5 Max) Vent/Antenna Module Removal
Repair procedure with removal steps.
Before You Begin
Warning
Read Battery Safety and follow workspace and battery handling guidelines before you begin.
Remove the following part before you begin:
Tools
Adjustable torque driver (10–34 Ncm)
Antenna tool
ESD-safe tweezers
Nylon probe (black stick)
Pentalobe PL1.1 44 mm half-moon bit
Torque driver (blue, 0.65 kgf cm)
Torx Plus 3IP 44 mm half-moon bit
Torx Plus 5IP 50 mm bit
Note: The tools list includes tools needed for removal and reassembly. Refer to a full list of tools required for all repairs.
Removal
Use the blue torque driver and 3IP bit to remove four 3IP screws (923-15492) from the FaceTime camera/embedded DisplayPort cowling. Remove the cowling and save it for reassembly.
Use the antenna tool to lift the end of one antenna coaxial cable off the connector. Then repeat the process on the other two antenna coaxial cables.
Use the adjustable torque driver (10–34 Ncm) and 5IP bit to remove six 5IP screws from the vent/antenna module.
Two outer screws (923-15491)
Four inner screws (923-15343)
Use the blue torque driver and the PL1.1 bit to remove 11 PL1.1 screws (923-15501) from the vent/antenna module.
Important:
Avoid touching the cleats and the area around the cleats on the bottom case. Review MacBook Pro (PROLED XDR, M5 Pro or M5 Max) Bottom Case Lubricant: Handling and Cleaning for more information.
If you come in contact with the cleat lubricant while handling the vent/antenna module, wash your hands with soap and warm water before continuing the repair.
Lift the vent/antenna module out of the top case.
