Pro Unibody A1278 13" Hinge Clutch Cover for MacBook 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

The hinge clutch cover is the long black plastic part that covers the mechanical parts by the hinge of your MacBook, or the only plastic part visible to you at the fulcrum of your machine. It's visible from the back when your MacBook is closed and also when it is open at the base of your screen. Over time, the clutch cover can become cracked and eventually even break, exposing some part of the internals of your machine. This typically doesn't affect the operation or functionality of your computer. However, in addition to aesthetics it serves the purpose of keeping dust and other undesirables out of your MacBook.
Compatible Subfamily
MacBook "Core 2 Duo" 2.0 13" (Unibody)
MacBook "Core 2 Duo" 2.4 13" (Unibody)
MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" 2.26 13" (SD/FW) (09)
MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" 2.53 13" (SD/FW) (09)
MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" 2.4 13" Mid-2010
MacBook Pro "Core 2 Duo" 2.66 13" Mid-2010
MacBook Pro "Core i5" 2.3 13" Early 2011
MacBook Pro "Core i5" 2.4 13" Late 2011
MacBook Pro "Core i7" 2.7 13" Early 2011
MacBook Pro "Core i7" 2.8 13" Late 2011
MacBook Pro "Core i5" 2.5 13" Mid-2012
MacBook Pro "Core i7" 2.9 13" Mid-2012
Installation

Holding left hinge, slide clutch cover 1/4 inch(6.35 mm)away from the LVDS cable
Press down on clutch cover to loosen 4 hooks inside
Tilt up end of clutch cover as you roll it toward display face
Tilt up cover onto end with longer cable
Lower clutch cover onto display assembly
Listen for shapping sound as hooks engage

Replacement Note

Cover display face with clean, soft cloth
Note shape of clutch cover: flat at bottom; curved at top
Make sure flat edge is at bottom of display
Check for good fit avoid: gaps, bulges, pinched cables

Tools

Phillips #00 screwdriver
Spudger
T6 Torx screwdriver

Package
Weight: 0.200kg (0.44lb.)
Size: 20cm x 6cm x 3cm