Cowling, Audio/Sensor Connector
Apple Part Number: 923-14451
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| Model | Order # | Model # | EMC | Identifier | Processor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MacBook Air 13-inch M5 2026 | A3449 | Mac17,3 | |||
| MacBook Air 15-inch M5 2026 | A3448 | Mac17,4 |
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About this part
The Cowling, Audio/Sensor Connector (Apple part number 923-14451) is a genuine Apple part that fits the MacBook Air 13-inch M5 2026 and MacBook Air 15-inch M5 2026. This cowling is the small metal cover that secures the Audio/Sensor connector connection. It holds the named connector in place; it is not the speaker, audio board or Touch ID sensor itself. Match the cowling and its mounting hardware to the listed device model.
Before you order, match the model identifier on your Mac (Apple menu, About This Mac, System Report) to one of the identifiers listed for this part: Mac17,3 and Mac17,4.
Signs the cowling needs replacing
- The connector cover is missing after a previous repair
- The cowling is bent and no longer sits flat
- The covered connector is loose or not fully seated
- Damage is visible around its mounting points
Not sure the cowling is the real cause? We diagnose the Mac before replacing anything, and we can install this genuine Apple part for you through our MacBook Air repair service, in our Tampa shop or by mail-in repair from anywhere in the US.
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