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Is the trackpad on your 14" MacBook Pro not clicking, not responding or not working at all? The trackpad flex cable joins the Force Touch trackpad to the logic board, and a worn or damaged cable stops it working. A new trackpad cable is a cheap part to try before a whole trackpad.
This cable fits the 14-inch MacBook Pro A2442 from 2021 only. For the 2023 model, get the A2779 trackpad cable.
Part Includes:
- 1x Trackpad flex cable
- 12 Month Warranty
Please Note
Does NOT fit the 2023 14" A2779, the M3 and M4 14" models or any 16" MacBook Pro. Check the A-number on the bottom case.
Please Note
This is the cable only. The trackpad and its screws are not included.
Please Note
The bottom case comes off and the battery is unplugged. The trackpad comes out to reach the far end of the cable.
Specifications
- Part Type: Trackpad flex cable
- Printed Part Number: 821-03214
- Connects: Force Touch trackpad to logic board
- Condition: Brand new or A-grade used genuine Apple part
- Warranty: 12 Months
Compatible Model Numbers
MacBook Pro 14" 2021Model Number (A Number)
- A2442
EMC Number
- EMC 3650
MacBook Pro 14" 2021 How do I find my Model number?
Model Identifier
- MacBookPro18,3
- MacBookPro18,4
Device Number (M Number)
- MKGP3
- MKGQ3
- MKGR3
- MKGT3
Installation Help
Check out the video above or the step by step guide below for assistance with this repair
Follow the trackpad guide below. The cable unplugs from the logic board under a small bracket and from the trackpad once the trackpad is out.
iFixit MacBook Pro 14" 2021 Trackpad Replacement Guide
Here are some tools you may need to help you complete the repair.
- P5 Metal Pentalobe 1.2mm Screwdriver Tool
- T3 Metal Torx Screwdriver Tool
- T5 Torx Screwdriver | MacBook Logic Board and Battery Repairs
- Or get the P5, T3 and T5 together in our 10 Piece MacBook Repair Toolkit
- Large Blue Suction Cup Opening Tool
- iGadget Plastic Triangle Opening Picks (set of 5)
- Nylon Antistatic Spudger Pry Tool
- ESD Anti-Static Stainless Steel Curved Tweezers | ESD 15
- iGadget Universal Magnetic Work Project Mat with Marker (30cm x 25cm)
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 questions, please feel free to contact us either by phone (0508 IGADGET) or by email
- Turn off Auto Boot first so the MacBook doesn't switch on when you open it: on macOS Sequoia or later run
sudo nvram BootPreference=%00in Terminal, andsudo nvram -d BootPreferenceto undo it. On older macOS, keep the lid closed while it is plugged in - Always power down your device prior to working on it
- Always unplug the battery before you remove any other parts, and keep metal tools away from the battery. Never bend, crush or puncture it
- The bottom case screws are P5. Track your screws on a magnetic work mat or tape them to a drawing of your laptop
- Lift the front edge of the bottom case with a suction cup and run an opening pick round the edge to release the clips
- The battery connector cover and the trackpad cable bracket use T3 screws, and the trackpad screws are T5
- Lift the cable connectors with a spudger or tweezers, never the sockets
What’s In The Box
- 1x MacBook Pro 14" A2442 Trackpad Flex Cable (2021)

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