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MacBook Pro 17-inch (original, Core 2 Duo, 2.4/2.6GHz, 2008) Take Apart —Thermal Sensors 140
Note: 3. The connector for the heatsink sensor is disconnected when removing the logic board.
When removing the bottom case sensor on the MacBook Pro (17-inch), use a needlepoint
probe to disconnect the cable connector from the logic board.
Warning: When using a needlepoint probe, great care must be used to avoid slipping o
the connector and damaging components.
Note: The MacBook Pro (17-inch Core 2 Duo, 2.4GHz and Early 2008) will have JST
connectors on the bottom case thermal sensor(s) and the heatsink thermal sensor.
Install the replacement sensors in the exact same location.4.
Replace any Kapton tape.5.