battery replacement

EmmaaEmmaa:

There are fair examples of batteries for Mac portables, online; some include complete

kit for removal & replacement; such as DIY kit from OWC (NewerTech 95W NuPower.)

For 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display

• Battery Replacement for MacBook Pro 15-inch [2013 - 2015] (NewerTech/OWC) $84.75/US

https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/BAP15MBR95NK/

Mfr P/N: BAP15MBR95N

OWC SKU: NWTBAP15MBR95NK

[Apple Model Number: A1494, A1618]

Includes (one year limited warranty)

• (1) NewerTech NuPower Battery
• (1) Pentalobe P5 screwdriver
• (1) Torx T5 screwdriver
• (1) Safety glasses
• (3) Plastic cards
• (1) Plastic syringe
• (1) Adhesive remover
• (2) Nitrile gloves
• (1) Procedure towel
• (1) Nylon probe tool
• Installation Guide (download only)
• Battery Conditioning Tips (download only)

• Instruction Video - https://youtu.be/AabLlHT503o

• Professional Installation Highly Recommended:

"Due to the complex nature of this installation, OWC recommends that this

battery replacement be performed by a trained professional. OWC assumes

no responsibility for damage that may occur during installation."

(I've DIY newertech Batteries + RAM upgrade, w/ 2 portable Macs; & may do 3rd.)

Here is a link from OWC, I have used them for many upgrades in the past and they are super to work with.

https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/BAP15MBR95NK/?gclid=CjwKCAjw95yJBhAgEiwAmRrutNZSZwk_v32ba9GRW9Up7MGIG62Zd-Qz9WJs3JLKII3tWxTgc6LaOxoCJ78QAvD_BwE

I would suggest you also look at having an independent Apple Repair Shop provide the service. Unless you enjoy and are very good at working on Laptops this is not for the faint of heart.