Bulge in bottom of Macbook Pro

[bmeacham]

My mid 2015 15" Macbook Pro as a slight bulge in the bottom. Not a lot, but it's not flat. Is that anything to worry about? The machine works fine and does not overheat.

 

[MightyGem]

Sounds like a swelling battery. Not good.

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[bmeacham]

Thanks. Will get it repaired.

 

[Al the Infidel]

They replaced the batt in my 2015 15" Pro on their dime after sending it in.

 

[BrianMay]

Thanks. Will get it repaired.

You CAN do it yourself. I have the same model MBP, same year and indeed the battery was gassing. The battery is glued in, but if you want to the best thing to use is IPA rather than acetone. Acetone CAN cause a bit of damage whereas Iso propyl alcohol is quite benign and removes the adhesive tape easily.

The other hint is take your time.