Macbook Pro LVDS Cable & LCD Screen Replacement

This is the proper way of replacing a cracked LCD screen and/or LVDS Cable on a Macbook Pro A1278. This video is long, but outlines all of the steps you need to take to make this replacement. This job will take about an hour to do completely from start to finish, and it does require some patience and finesse.
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[@lornespry]

I made a stupid mistake trying to sort out my hinges. I broke the LVDS cable. What to do?? Used screens in decent nick with an attached cable are indecently expensive. And yet I was really bummed at the thought of installing a new cable. After watching your video, I ordered a new cable (and some new hinges). I just hope that I can be good enough not to bust the glass. This is a good, well-modulated instructional. I'm so glad that you did not clutter it with all the chit-chat, rubbish and drool that so many presenters indulge in on KZbin. Thanks!

[@BunkerAudioPanama]

You kinda saved my Mac's life with your guidance, patience and soothing voice implied in this video. For that, I thank you!

[@ontmoetingskerkmaarssen4564]

Great Video, helped me enormously to replace a broken display cable on my Macbook pro! THX

[@Ballistixwear]

THIS is the video i needed, excellent tutorial. 🤓👍 thanks!

[@GabrielRN28]

Do I have to pry the screen just to replace the LVDS cable? Or not necessary? Sorry, new to this, nice vid

[@david.4445]

Excellent, thank you.

[@SamSoosi]

I have a backlight issue, should I do this repair or should I replace my screen? If I shine a light through the apple icon I can see the screen.

[@Themaloneybunch]

Thanks for this video i fixed my led screen and replaced glass. i high recommend anyone seeingn this comment buy fix it tools on amazon and heat up glass for 5 min before taking it apart. I broke one led screen and when i got tools it was a breeze to take off. GL everyone

[@MrPnew1]

Thanks for the video, some good tips and clues to get the job done. Cheers

[@ramp.choudhury7784]

Can I get the cable that connect LCD and the Motherboard be replaced ? because I have the same Model of Macbook pro , the LCD is not good , Vertical lines I see in the screen is I think because of the it is not properly connected ..

[@roman3ro]

This is a really great video to replace the lvds cable and actually this was the only that I found refering to my model mid 2012 a1278, thank you!... I hace años issue with my display I have spotligths at the bottom of my screen, so my question is Do you know if replacing the lvds could be fix the issue?? thanks again to share this kind of videos!!

[@manueljakel6899]

hey, did you solve your display issue by replacing the LVDS cable?

[@jimboib1075]

Hey man did you figure out how to repair the backlight in the end?

[@justinkrann7406]

I just want to remove my (broken) screen off permanently and make it into a desktop. Is it the same process? or can I be more wreckless?

[@DanJin24]

Hi my friend, is this MacBook Pro A1278 the same as a MacBook Pro 13 inch mid 2012? My LVDS is broken and a store wants to charge me over $200 for the fix by using a heat gun to take off the screen...it looks like by your video you just unscrew a few screws and it comes off easily and then you can attach the new LVDS cable. By the looks of your video it seems I could do the fix myself by purchasing a LVDS online and replacing it myself. I’ve fixed things in my macbook before so I have an idea of how to do it. Hope to hear from you.

[@Andreamom001]

He skipped showing the difficult part...you first have to remove the glass (which he says he always cracks in the process), then you have to do all of the steps in this video. If you can remove the glass, do what is in this video, then replace the glass, you can replace the cable.

[@jetskierfosho]

If you are replacing the LVDS cable only, is the adhesive from the original screen enough to keep it glued together? Or do I need to apply a new adhesive or use VHB tape?

[@paulholland4061]

Thanks for this, not sure I would have attempted without this excellent vid, was a bit hairy but all worked out ok with glass and cable replacement. You saved me a packet!

[@eiliannoyes5212]

You've replaced the glass?

[@agondokusumo-111]

Can you replace the panel with a high resolution screen from another laptop brand? Is there a converter for the LVDS cable?

[@Sounditoutahhwet]

This is a good question...

[@eiliannoyes5212]

Thanks for the vid! How common is it for the cable's connection on the screen side to get loose - hoping now for just that, not the socket/pads drift?

[@keltingr]

computer turns on, chimes, reset PRAM and SMC did not work. Black screen but backlit still. Took back off and where logic board and LVDS cable plugs in just wiped it with my fingers and re-assembled, BAM! Screen started working again. Saved me mega-bucks on a replacement screen. 2015 macbook "12, 1" by the way

[@chuffpup]

A simple fix for the backlight problem, if your fuse is blown, is to first test the fuse with the battery unplugged(it's the tiny thing with a p on top, next to the monitor plug) you will need a magnifying glass for this job. If it's testing as dead, no power going through, you can very carefully solder a tiny little strand of wire and I mean tiny, across the fuse, you can solder it on as a long piece and snip it later. This is a bodgy repair, but may save you needing to buy a fuse. If it doesn't work don't blame me. It worked for me.

[@juanpablocouoh9557]

It helped me a lot! Thanks!

[@jasonspek404]

Thank you for this in depth video! I do have a question.. if anybody could help with an answer. So the laptop I’m fixing got hit by a car. the outer glass is cracked (a lot), and I am pretty sure the LDVS cable is damaged. But how could I tell if the inner LCD screen should be replaced as well? the computer still turns on. the only display problem has been the backlight flickering in and out, and of course all the cracks on the outer screen. I ask so I can buy all the parts needed in one go. Thanks again!

[@EpicBunty]

Screen won't survive that at all. U may have to buy the whole display assembly and it might work if you are not too screwed

[@6vwh392]

Having issues getting cable back in its place but display is working thank you sadly mine also has a bad backlight fuse however I am just using it as a external thinking about modding the display with a custom lighting since I don’t know much about sotoring..

[@agunggalunggung7174]

why lvds cable should be replace with the new one ? what kind of problem with those lcd

[@sergioramio]

good vid bro, is it the same process for a 2008 15 inch?

[@cmizapper]

We made a tool to see what is going on on the LVDS connector to make repairing easier: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqnUZIuppNyGl5Y

[@FrancisNull]

Great vid!

[@maroufsultanzada6964]

where is the cable shoping link???

[@morenofer2000]

Thanks for this video; I would warn people that are not computer technicians to place safe, specially on minute 4, 10 secs, he said that there is this connector that is tricky and he advises to use two screw drivers and to wiggle it; I spent about 45 min trying to figure out how to disconnect and I still could not figure it out; the video does not show how he disconnects it because his fingers get in the middle; it would help a lot to have a close up of the disconnected “plug” and a close up of the motherboard to better understand how this is plugged into the mother board. My advise is don’t mess too much w it because this connectors are supper delicate and you can easily damage the connector and/or the mother board w the two small screwdrivers. At this point it would be better to pay for the replacement by a experienced technician.

[@sammy45654565]

you gotta risk it for the biscuit mi amigo. i'm sorry that your risk didn't result in one for you. if you're careful and follow the instructions closely this video can save people hundreds of dollars. obviously it goes without saying that tampering with your devices can have consequences, but so can having more money in your bank account

[@EpicBunty]

Lol there are 2 cables there one you just straight out, and one you pull upwards. Yes knowing how which wires come off is a puzzle that only the guys at apple would know why they did it but once you know it it's fine.

[@josefbyonan]

Merci Beaucoup! Great pedagogy. Critical moments are well animated.

[@KEKnightCS1]

pro tip, wd-40 and super thin plastic for removing that adhesive (no heat) , removed 17" screen first try no cracks

[@brosettastone7520]

fucking brilliant mate

[@originaltrilogy1]

Any more details on the WD40 method?

[@nickgameplyr2613]

Oh man, I feel like an idiot now! Wish I'd read this first! I did it with a AutoZone rewards card and hair dryer. No cracks no trouble. Just never ever put any kind of lever against the screen though. To use WD-40 you would first disconnect the battery, and then spray WD-40 so it seeps under the bezel and gets at the adhesive. Tilt it so it gets all up in there. It should come apart pretty easy once the glue gets a bit oily. Then before reassembly, clean the surfaces with alcohol wipes, or alcohol and a paper towel, until it's not slippery.

[@zacharycain9066]

Great video, thank you. Saved my ass! I could not get the display cable reconnected using the pry method.

[@4RyanEck]

Does anyone know if you have to remove the glass in order to replace the motherboard/screen cable? There is nothing wrong with my screen/glass but it flickers when opening the lid so I'm pretty sure it is a cable problem. Based on the video it appears that you have to remove the glass, and likely it will break.

[@rajanikantmetri423]

Have you solved your problem? How you did it? In my case 1inch coloured strip appearing at the middle of screen. I can't see the full screen properly. Whether to replace the cable we need to remove the glass? @Arthur R: Please give solution. Thank You.

[@4RyanEck]

@@rajanikantmetri423 I managed to replace the cable without breaking the glass and put it back together and it seems to have fixed the problem. Honestly I don’t remember a lot of other details but I still have the computer and it works just fine now. You might consider buying the glass and a cable if it’s not a lot of money and replacing all of it at the same time.

[@sergeizvol]

А почему не показал как фрейм на дисплее снял? Нагревал или нет? На чем он держится? Приклеен?

[@ritushaw1522]

Hey Arthur, I own the same laptop and having some display problem now I m not what can cause that problem.in just middle of my screen there vertical lines forming bars to 1inch.Now apple support chat people say it's display problem and they will replace the whole of it and charging too high.if you could understood what the problem is can u say what could be the solution.plsss help

[@NandoFerrerGB]

You rock my dear! Thanks for share your knowledge (y)

[@laitilafrey9797]

Thank you very much for this video. You. are. genius!!!!!!!!!

[@tmushy]

Thank you wonderful video and great tutorial

[@erinbeckacain5377]

Used it! Thanks!

[@noneofyourbusiness6269]

can i do this on a a1502? please reply

[@sasuke4301514]

hello my connector on the board is giving low current compared with the wifi and camara connector? can this affect not seeing anythinng on the screen?

[@alexsandropereiradasilva2078]

Boa aula. Só teve um erro... deveria ter aberto a tela e depois soltado os parafusos da tela... Brasil - RJ

[@danielbonaparte8420]

why was the lvds cable replaced?

[@1mcluver]

does this apply for my macbook pro a1425??

[@jcgiff]

would this be similar for 1286?

[@jonk.7515]

I'm really curious about the wifi/bluetooth adapter. I notice there's a series of wires that go behind the frame and I haven't taken my screen apart yet. I was wondering what that is for or if I can just snip it since I'm planning to turn this screen into a free standing monitor.

[@2911oscar]

Jon K. have you found a good lvds to vga converter?

[@jonk.7515]

I haven't even taken my screen apart yet, lol. been working on a data recovery project for a friend.

[@tobiokandi]

I've done everything up to removing the hex screws and making the macbook Pro a house but I can't separate the monitor. any ideas where I am going wrong ?

[@hugeng99]

Make sure you have removed the aluminum hinge covers, which is step 10 in the page below, also you need to adjust the angle of the screen and the logical board so as to remove the screen: www.ifixit.com/Guide/MacBook+Pro+15-Inch+Retina+Display+Late+2013+Display+Assembly+Replacement/23392

[@MrQualityTime]

Please tell me where to locate the exact LCD part number for this particular model. Thx

[@salimbenjelloun3689]

LTN133AT09

[@tacohh228]

Thank you!

[@ArthurR]

+Tacohh You are welcome! I'm glad it helped.

[@alexisreyes1996]

Hello, I was wondering if you were ever able to figure out what was wrong with your mac. I have the same problem. Hope to hear back from you.

[@arielr7918]

have u ever found out? i just wasted 20 mins watching this vid and then i see the problem he has in the last 20 seconds is what im facing rn

[@najamshafi8041]

Legend

[@Habibiradio]

Hello. Great video. I ran over my macbook pro mid 2012 13.3inches. The whole upper display screen is in bad shape. I will have to replace it. If I wanted to replace it with a retina display screen, is it possible?

[@briannasturaro529]

what you did to solve the problem to turn on the screen?

[@kritixania]

My LVDS went bad so there goes 170 euro for a cable change.......

[@ManifoldSky]

LVDS, not LDVS!

[@andraehaye8496]

Bro, i dont usually leave bad comments on videos, especially helpful ones like these. BUT, if you "highly recommend" that we should disconnect the battery first , why did you wait so long into the process to tell us that?! You could have easily edited that part of the video and put it right before the part where we started messing around with all the wires and stuff. Now my backlight is out on my screen and im assuming that ive shorted a fuse just like you did in this video. Where is the video of where you explain how to fix the backlight issue, you should have linked that in the description.

[@EnglishLaw]

Always watch a video fully before starting anything.

[@EpicBunty]

Literally not his fault lmao. Pathetic

[@DriveByReviews]

My solution: Never buy a mac

[@Shurup33]

apple crap is most hard repairable product

[@robzecart2428]

well, I would say this particular model is hard to replace that cable, because you have to remove the glass glued to the frame, but for me Mac is the best ever, I have been running my MacBook Pro mid 2012 since 2012, so it's been 10 years already, and still looks amazing!! I don't think any other brand can do that. Super satisfy with it's performance, specially after doing upgrades

[@RUBELKHAN-rn8di]

আমি আছি তুমাদের সাথে,,,সারা খন

[@Kazakhassasin]

Speak very slowly….water 80% video

[@EpicBunty]

What are you even saying?