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Choose Your MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) Repair Service

Upfront bench rates including GST, parts, labor, and a written 3-Month Store Warranty. Routine repairs completed in 30 to 45 minutes.

Screen Repair

Phone Repair Centre offers Screen Replacement (Aftermarket Part) and Screen Repair services for your mobile device. Trust our expert technicians for efficient solutions to restore your screen's functionality with quality parts and professional repairs.

St Marys Workshop30-45 Mins (Same-Day Fix)
Schofields Kiosk30-45 Mins (Walk-in)
Quality Tier (2 Available):18+ Yrs Sydney Lab
Fixed Retail PriceGST Included
$••• AUD
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Battery Issue

Fast battery drain, unexpected shutdowns, or health degraded below 80%. Installed with zero cycle count.

St Marys Workshop25-30 Mins (Same-Day Fix)
Schofields Kiosk30-45 Mins (Walk-in)
Service Tier:18+ Yrs Sydney Lab
Battery ReplacementTested Quality
Fixed Retail PriceGST Included
$••• AUD
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Speaker Issue

Phone Repair Centre - experience our Loud Speaker (Ringer) Replacement service tailored to your needs. Our expert technicians address Speaker Issues swiftly, ensuring your device delivers optimal sound quality and functionality for uninterrupted usage.

St Marys Workshop30-45 Mins (Same-Day Fix)
Schofields Kiosk30-45 Mins (Walk-in)
Service Tier:18+ Yrs Sydney Lab
Loud Speaker (Ringer) ReplacementTested Quality
Fixed Retail PriceGST Included
$••• AUD
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HeadPhone Jack Issue

At Phone Repair Centre in Sydney, NSW our Headphone Jack Replacement service swiftly resolves Headphone Jack Issues, ensuring uninterrupted audio connectivity.

St Marys Workshop30-45 Mins (Same-Day Fix)
Schofields Kiosk30-45 Mins (Walk-in)
Service Tier:18+ Yrs Sydney Lab
HeadPhone Jack ReplacementTested Quality
Fixed Retail PriceGST Included
$••• AUD
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Cooling Fan Replacement

At Phone Repair Centre, We offer Cooling Fan Replacement service ensures optimal cooling performance for your device. Trust our skilled technicians to replace your cooling fan efficiently, keeping your device running smoothly and preventing overheating is

St Marys Workshop30-45 Mins (Same-Day Fix)
Schofields Kiosk30-45 Mins (Walk-in)
Service Tier:18+ Yrs Sydney Lab
Cooling Fan ReplacementTested Quality
Fixed Retail PriceGST Included
$••• AUD
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Keyboard Replacement

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Complete hardware inspection, component repair, and multi-point calibration.

St Marys Workshop30-45 Mins (Same-Day Fix)
Schofields Kiosk30-45 Mins (Walk-in)
Service Tier:18+ Yrs Sydney Lab
Keyboard ReplacementTested Quality
Fixed Retail PriceGST Included
$••• AUD
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MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) Motherboard & Micro-Soldering Sydney

Advanced MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) motherboard diagnostics and micro-soldering repairs at Phone Repair Centre Sydney flagship lab. Specialized $88 bench diagnostic assessment fully credited towards repair if proceeding. Component-level chip rework, FPC replacement, and forensic data recovery.

30 to 45 Min Fix
3-Month Warranty
Zero Data Wipe
GST Included
Fast AnswerSydney Repair Turnaround, Part Qualities & Dual Pricing

How much does MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) Keyboard Replacement cost in Sydney, and how long does it take?

MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) Keyboard Replacement at Phone Repair Centre Sydney flagship lab (122 Queen St, St Marys) starts with an $88 bench diagnostic assessment (100% credited towards repair if proceeding). Advanced micro-soldering, board level short tracing, and data recovery completed on site in 24 to 48 hours.

Sydney Lab & Express Kiosk
Model: A3289 / A3290
MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) keyboard replacement repair in St Marys Sydney
Assessment
$88 Credited
Warranty
3 Months
Turnaround
Fast Express
REPAIR STANDARDS & HARDWARE

Professional MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) Repairs in Sydney

Fast, reliable MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) repairs carried out at our St Marys flagship workshop and Schofields express store. Every phone is bench-tested before and after repair. For complex liquid damage or motherboard faults, our standard $88 bench diagnostic fee is fully credited towards your repair when you proceed.

30 to 45 Min Turnaround

Repaired while you wait with strict Zero Data Wipe policy.

3-Month Store Warranty

Parts and labour covered plus Australian Consumer Law rights.

Tested Quality Parts

Calibrated displays preserving touch response and vibrant color.

$0 Deposit Booking

Walk in or reserve online with zero deposit. Inspect and pay on collection.

3 SIMPLE STEPS

How Our Repair Service Works

Getting your phone repaired in Sydney is simple. Zero upfront deposit required.

STEP 01ONLINE OR CALL

Check Price & Reserve

Select your repair service above. Lock in your upfront price and reserve a bench slot with zero deposit so replacement parts are ready for your arrival.

Instant online reservation
STEP 02WALK-IN WELCOME

Drop In or Express Kiosk

Visit our St Marys flagship workshop or Schofields express kiosk. Hand your phone to our counter team for direct walk-in service with zero waiting.

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STEP 03PAY AFTER TEST

Collect & Pay In Store

Pick up your freshly repaired phone directly from the bench. Check your device and pay conveniently with EFTPOS, Apple Pay, Afterpay, Zip Pay, or cash.

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COMMON REPAIRS & FAULTS

Common MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) Faults & Bench Solutions

The most common MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) issues we fix daily at our Sydney repair benches.

6 Common Hardware Repairs
Logic Board & Lab
ACTIVE SERVICELab Assessment

No Power, Bootloop or Board Fault

Micro-Soldering & IC Diagnostic

Device completely dead, stuck on Apple or Android logo, overheating rapidly, or dropped in liquid and won't power on.

Bench Solution:

Advanced microscopic bench diagnostics and component rework at St Marys lab. $88 bench diagnostic credited towards repair.

Screen & OLED
30-45 Mins

Cracked Screen or Touch Issue

Cracked Front Glass or Unresponsive OLED

Cracked glass, vertical lines, flickering screen, unresponsive touch, or black ink spots on the display after a drop.

Bench Solution:

Tested Quality display replacement in 30 to 45 minutes, restoring responsive touch, vibrant color, and crystal clarity.

Battery Cell
25-30 Mins

Fast Battery Drain or Shutdown

Battery Depleted & Sudden Shutoff

Battery drains quickly, phone dies at 20% or 30%, gets hot during normal use, or battery health has degraded below 80%.

Bench Solution:

Fresh zero-cycle battery installation in 25 to 30 minutes, restoring full-day battery life and peak device performance.

Camera Glass & Lens
30 Mins

Rear Camera or Lens Damage

Broken Sapphire Glass & Blurry Focus

Cracked camera glass lens, blurry photos, vibrating or buzzing camera focus, or spots appearing in photos.

Bench Solution:

Precision replacement of the broken lens glass or camera module in 30 minutes, restoring crystal-clear focus and sharp photos.

Charging Port
30 Mins

Loose Charging Port or Moisture

Cable Slipping & Charging Alert

Cable falls out, only charges when held at an angle, slow charging rates, or Liquid Detected in Port warning.

Bench Solution:

Precision port ultrasonic debris clean, or full dock connector flex replacement restoring fast charging in 30 minutes.

Back Glass & Housing
45-60 Mins

Shattered Back Glass & Casing

Cracked Rear Panel & Sharp Edges

Rear casing glass cracked, sharp shards exposed, frame bent, or rear housing compromised after a hard impact.

Bench Solution:

Clean rear back glass replacement fitted flush to the frame in 45 to 60 minutes, restoring your phone's original clean look.

BENCH DIAGNOSTIC DOCK

MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) Interactive Hardware Diagnostic Suite

Zero-install mobile browser tests to verify touch continuity, detect dead display pixels, and test speaker audio clarity.

Capacitive Touch Layer Continuity Test

Swipe your finger or drag your cursor across every box below to detect dead spots or ghost touch.

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Found dead spots or unresponsive boxes on your screen?
Physical digitizer failure cannot be fixed with software. A tested quality display replacement for competitive upfront pricing restores 100% responsive touch in 30 to 45 minutes.
Outside Sydney? Send device via Tracked Express Mail-In Australia-Wide >
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HARDWARE IDENTIFICATION

Find Your Exact Model Number

Confirm your specific MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) release hardware to verify inventory availability at our St Marys and Schofields benches.

Australian Market Primary:A3289

Verified dual eSIM and nano-SIM tray configurations in stock at Sydney bench.

Global Variants Supported:
A3289 (AU / Primary)A3290 (Global Variant)A3291 (Regional Variant)
Micro-Soldering Specification:Level 3 Micro-Lab
IPC-7711/7721 Component Level Bench Standard

Microsoldering rework under high-magnification stereomicroscopes with thermal imaging short detection and ultrasonic cleaning.

How to check on your phone:
1Open Settings > General > About.
2Tap once on Model Number to toggle from part code to 5-digit laser code starting with 'A'.
3Alternatively, inspect the micro-laser engraving inside the USB-C dock aperture.
Questions About Your Model? Ask Sam 24/7:
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REPAIR VS REPLACE

Repair Cost vs New Device

Smart Economics
Save over $1,450 AUD

Fixing your existing phone saves hundreds of dollars, prevents days of setup downtime, and keeps your personal data intact.

What You GetPRC Store RepairBrand New Device
Total Outlaycompetitive upfront pricingFixed upfront quote$1,899 to $2,699 AUD
Downtime & Wait30 to 45 MinsDone while you wait3 to 7 business days
Personal Data StateZero Data Wipe100% apps & photos intactFull wipe (must restore iCloud)
Coverage Guarantee3-Month Store WarrantyWritten store policyManufacturer Terms
Diagnostic Policy$88 Bench Triage100% credited to repairNon-refundable inspection
Reduces e-waste by keeping your original phone working.PRC Sydney Lab
INSURANCE REPORTS 100% Accepted

Official Written Insurance Claim Quotes

Insurers:NRMA · AAMI · Allianz · QBE

Claiming through home, contents, or business insurance? We provide official itemised technician assessment reports accepted by all Australian insurers. Our $88 bench diagnostic fee is 100% credited towards repair or policy excess.

Itemised GST tax invoice included
CARRIER RESCUE Data Preserved

Carrier Upgrade & Trade-In Protection

Carriers:Telstra · Optus · Vodafone

A completely dead device has zero trade-in value and locks away critical data. Our motherboard lab triage revives dead logic boards, recovering essential data and restoring device functionality.

Restores logic board power rails
Second Opinion DeskShopping Mall Kiosks & Apple Store Rejections

Botched Repair Rescue & Independent Second Opinion

Had your phone damaged by an inexperienced mall kiosk or told by an authorized service centre that your device is completely unfixable? Inexperienced operators frequently strip screws, tear flex ribbons, or write off recoverable phones. Our St Marys flagship engineering lab specializes in second opinions and triage rescue. Our standard $88 bench diagnostic fee is 100% credited towards repair if you proceed.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions about MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) Repairs

Direct, transparent answers from our Sydney lab technicians regarding repair times, warranties, data protection, and display calibration.

$88 Bench Diagnostic Credited Towards Repair

Complex logic board faults, liquid damage, and no-power symptoms require specialized microscopic bench diagnostics at our St Marys flagship engineering lab. Our diagnostic fee is $88, which is credited directly towards the repair cost if you proceed.

PRC Sydney Workshop Policy • Verified by Senior Bench Technician
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Have a specific question about your MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163)?

Chat with Sam 24/7 on WhatsApp, Messenger, or Instagram, or call our St Marys flagship workshop for direct technical guidance.

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SYDNEY REPAIR NETWORK

Visit Our Sydney Workshops & Drop-Off Desks

Walk into our St Marys flagship lab or Schofields express kiosk. Direct bench repairs, real customer support, and dedicated parking.

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300+ Verified Sydney Customer Reviews
18+ Years in Sydney
Trusted local community repairers since 2008
Radical Transparency
$88 bench diagnostic credited towards repair
Western Sydney Travel Times
Minutes to our St Marys workshop or Schofields express kiosk
Penrith10 mins
Mt Druitt6 mins
Blacktown15 mins
Rouse Hill7 mins
The Ponds5 mins
Box Hill9 mins
Phone Repair Centre St Marys Flagship Workshop 122 Queen St
Flagship Engineering Lab
122 Queen St, St Marys
Flagship Workshop & Advanced Microsoldering Lab

St Marys Flagship Workshop & Lab

Same-Day Fix Available
Address:122 Queen St, St Marys NSW 2760
Parking:Dedicated customer parking directly behind workshop
Direct Lab:(02) 8678 3298(Microsoldering Bench)
Trading Hours:Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 5:30pm | Sat: 9:00am - 4:00pm | Sun: Closed
Workshop Capabilities: Level 3 microsoldering, motherboard repair, liquid damage ultrasonic recovery, precision screen fitting, and second-hand buyback desk.
★★★★★Verified Google Customer Review

"Fixed my screen on the spot in 30 minutes while I grabbed lunch. Flawless display, True Tone works, and honest pricing. Highly recommend Bharat and the team!"

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Phone Repair Centre Schofields Express Store Kiosk 1 Schofields Village Shopping Centre
Express Kiosk Hub
Schofields Village Shopping Centre
Kiosk 1 (Inside near Coles • Opposite Station)

Schofields Express Store & Drop-Off Desk

Open 7 Days a Week
Address:Kiosk 1/227 Railway Terrace, Schofields NSW 2762
Location:Inside Schofields Village shopping centre near Coles
Direct Desk:(02) 7238 1732(Express Drop-Off Desk)
Trading Hours:Mon-Wed, Fri: 9am-5:30pm | Thu: 9am-7:30pm | Sat: 9am-5pm | Sun: 10am-4pm
Kiosk Scope: Express repairs (screens, batteries, charging ports) completed while you do grocery shopping. Complex repairs shuttled daily to St Marys lab.
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"Dropped my iPhone off while doing groceries at Coles. Ready in 35 mins, screen looks brand new. Super convenient location and easy parking!"

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Walk-ins welcome 7 days Call Desk (02) 7238 1732

Sydney Regional Catchment (20 to 30km Walk-In Trade Area)

Two strategic repair hubs serving Greater Western Sydney and the North West Hills District with rapid road and rail access.

Walk-In 7 Days
Schofields Kiosk Catchment (Hills & North West)5 to 20 Mins Drive

Inside Schofields Village near Coles with over 200 customer parking spaces. Direct transit connection from:

The Gables (10 mins)Box Hill (8 mins)Castle Hill (18 mins)Rouse Hill (5 mins)The Ponds (5 mins)Kellyville (10 mins)North Kellyville (12 mins)Marsden Park (8 mins)Riverstone (5 mins)Tallawong (4 mins)Bella Vista (15 mins)Norwest (15 mins)
St Marys Flagship Catchment (Western Sydney Lab)Same-Day Fix Lab

Flagship microsoldering laboratory, console repairs, and immediate cash buyback with dedicated rear parking:

Penrith (10 mins via M4)Mount Druitt (5 mins)Blacktown (15 mins)Glenmore Park (12 mins)Jordan Springs (12 mins)St Clair (6 mins)Erskine Park (8 mins)Rooty Hill (8 mins)Plumpton (10 mins)Cranebrook (14 mins)Ropes Crossing (8 mins)Seven Hills (16 mins)

Australia-Wide Express Mail-In Repair Network

Can't visit our Sydney workshops? Send your device securely to our St Marys Flagship Lab with tracked express transit from every Australian state and territory.

Tracked Express Mail-InBook Mail-In Repair
Interstate Capital Cities & Major MetrosPriority Express Air

Direct tracked satchel transit with 24 to 48 hour bench assessment upon arrival at St Marys lab:

Melbourne VIC (Express Transit)Brisbane QLD (Next-Day Courier)Canberra ACT (Overnight Express)Adelaide SA (Express Air)Perth WA (Priority Air Express)Hobart TAS (Air Express)Darwin NT (Air Express)Gold Coast QLD (Next-Day Courier)Sunshine Coast QLD (Express Courier)Geelong VIC (Express Courier)
Regional NSW & Coastal HubsNext-Day Regional

Serving regional communities with zero local microsoldering labs via secure Australia Post satchels:

Newcastle & Hunter (Next-Day)Wollongong & Illawarra (Next-Day)Central Coast (Gosford / Wyong)Blue Mountains (Katoomba / Springwood)Wagga Wagga & RiverinaDubbo & Central WestOrange & BathurstCoffs Harbour & Mid North CoastTamworth & New EnglandByron Bay & Northern Rivers
3-Month Written Store Warranty
Strict Data Preservation Protocol
Fully Tracked Return Dispatch
$88 Bench Diagnostic Credited to Repair

PRC Instant Device Buyback Desk (St Marys Lab)

Broken or unwanted MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163)? Sell it on the bench at our St Marys lab for immediate cash or credit under NSW Dealer Licence 2PS2914401.

9H Sapphire Edge Protection

Complimentary precision machine-aligned tempered glass fitted with every screen replacement.

Common service assessments for MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) Keyboard Replacement

Live Assessment

Based on repair workshop intake records, MacBook Pro 13 (i5/i7-2016-17) - A1706 (EMC 3163) board-level assessments address no-power states, bootloops, and liquid ingress via microscopic board inspection, power rail probing, and diagnostic short detection at our flagship lab.

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