Changing out the LCD inverter in a 13" Macbook

The screen on my 13" Macbook started flickering a bit a couple of months ago. I kept ignoring, but finally decided to fix it this week. I did some research and found that the LCD inverter can often cause this problem. During my researching, I found a great site that has a list of all the macbook parts that can be found on Ebay.

http://macbookspareparts.com/

Using this site, I managed find an inverter for only $10.

Most of the instructions on the internet make this a ridiculously difficult task, but it doesn't have to be. By following the instructions below, you should be able to get this done in about 15 minutes.

1. Remove the white bezel by pulling it away from the display.




2. Remove the three screws on the hinge cover, and remove the hinge cover from the computer. Be careful when pulling off the hinge cover, since there are plastic tabs on it that can catch on cables and break off.





3. Remove the 12 screws around the LCD and lean the screen on the laptop keyboard.



4. Remove the inverter and put in the new one. There are two cables attached to the inverter that will have to be removed and reattached.