Macbook Pro 13 A1708 Keyboard Backlight Replacement for 2016-2017 Models - Fix Typing in Low Light Conditions

Replacement keyboard backlight
Suits Macbook Pro 13" A1708 (Late 2016-2017)
P/N: MPXQ2xx/A MPXR2xx/A MPXT2xx/A MPXU2xx/A MLL42xx/A MLUQ2xx/A

Product Details

Replace a malfunctioning keyboard backlight compatible with a model A1708 13" MacBook Pro with Retina display from 2016 to 2017.

Part Includes:

Replacement Keyboard Backlight
12 Month Warranty

Please Note

The aluminum upper case, keyboard and keyboard screws are not included.

Please Note

Not compatible with the Touch Bar models (A1706/A1707)

Specifications

Part Type: Replacement keyboard backlight
Keyboard Type: NZ version
Warranty: 12 Months

Compatible Model Numbers

MacBook Pro 13" 2017

Model Number (A Number)

A1708

EMC Number

EMC 3164

Macbook Pro 13" 2017 How do I find my Model number?

Model Identifier

MacBookPro14,1

Device Number (M Number)

MPXQ2
MPXR2
MPXT2
MPXU2

* Please note, to make searching the device number (M Number) easier, we have only listed the part numbers (First 5 characters), we have removed the region numbers as there is no difference in parts. For example, if "M Number" is "MC922LL/A". we remove the "region" portion and everything after (the "LL/A" at the end) leaving us with "MC922".

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MacBook Pro 13" Late 2016

Model Number (A Number)

A1708

EMC Number

EMC 2978

Macbook Pro 13" 2016 How do I find my Model number?

Model Identifier

MacBookPro13,1

Device Number (M Number)

MLL42
MLUQ2

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Installation Help

Checkout the video above for assistance in completing this repair

Here is some tools you may need to help you complete the repair.

T3 Torx Screwdriver
Plyers

Here are some helpful tips to assist you in completing a safe repair on your device. If you are unsure of something or have any quesions, please feel free to contact us either by phone (0508 IGADGET) or by

Always track your screws to avoid putting back in the wrong place and damaging your device. You can draw a picture of your laptop and tape the screws to the right places or use a
Always power down your device prior to working on it
Make sure you always unplug the battery before attemping any component removal
When removing the backlight, use a blade and go carefully around the edge of the backlight to release the adhesive. If using the same backlight, we recommend using some to stick the backlight back down at the edges to avoid light leakage