Left Display Hinge (Clutch) for MacBook 13" A1342

The Left Display Hinge (Clutch) for MacBook 13" A1342 is the mechanical pivot that holds the screen of the white Unibody MacBook on its left side. It is the part to fit when the display no longer stays in position, falls shut on its own, or the hinge is broken or noisy when opening.

Main features

• Position: left side of the display.
• Condition: new.
• Mounting: mechanical, screw mounted.

Left Screen Hinge for MacBook A1342

The two hinges connect the display to the bottom case and hold its opening angle. Over time the left one can loosen or snap: the screen wobbles, falls backwards or shows obvious play on the left side. Before ordering, check the correct side on the page of the left hinge for MacBook A1342.

Replacement Display Hinge for MacBook 13" Unibody

Replacing the damaged hinge gives the screen the right tension again and stops the abnormal movement from wearing out the display and antenna cables that run through that area. Discover all the details of this part.

Compatibility

• MacBook 13" Unibody A1342, Late 2009 (MC207).
• MacBook 13" Unibody A1342, Mid 2010 (MC516).

Package contents

• 1 x Left Display Hinge for MacBook A1342.

Installation note

No soldering is needed: the hinge is held by screws. To replace it you have to open the MacBook, disconnect the battery and work with the display well supported, taking care not to pull or pinch the video cable and the antenna cables that run next to the hinge. If you have no experience, have the job done by a technician.

Official documentation

If you are not sure which model you have, you can check it on the official page Apple: Identify your MacBook model.

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