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I have a MacBook Pro 17" Early 2011. The trackpad barely works and I would like to replace the trackpad, but don’t see any manuals / steps on how to do it. Understand that the actual part is about $60. Need help!!!
Check the battery for swelling first. 90% of the time it is the battery and not the trackpad giving you the problem. UPDATE Replacing the trackpad is very simple and essentially the same on all models of this era. This guide, even if it is for the 13" should walk you right through it. MacBook Pro 15" Unibody Mid 2012 Trackpad Replacement