Identify Blown Capacitor What Does It Do Macbook Air Mid 2013 Macbook Air 13 Mid 2013

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Dear all, Does anyone know what the blown capacitor is? Please, see the attached photo. Macbook Air 13 inch - Mid 2013. Model: A14466. Model Identifier: MacBookAir6,2

The battery appears also damaged (not charging but no visual signs of damage on it though) with an indication “Replace now” on the AHT and it will be replaced. However, the laptop is otherwise fully functional when connected to the charger. Perhaps this was caused by a current spike or humidity. Lastly, is there a website with soldering instructions on how these specific capacitors can be safely replaced? Thank you for your help.

The component is C7140 a Tantalum capacitor: 62UF - 0.023 OHM20%,11VCASE-B2S-1 It regulates the batteries charging. I would strongly recommend you also replace the battery as it maybe damaged. As to why it failed a voltage spike, a bad charger or a short of some-sort (loose screw).

as another option find a dead board for spare parts