Issue Description
macOS displays “Battery Service Recommended,” indicating reduced battery health or performance.
Common Causes
- Battery capacity degradation
- High charge cycles
- Heat exposure
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Check Battery Health
- System Settings → Battery → Battery Health
- Review Condition and Maximum Capacity
Step 2: Reduce Battery Stress
- Enable Optimized Battery Charging
- Avoid constant 100% charging
Step 3: Calibrate Battery (Intel Macs)
- Charge to 100%
- Use until below 10%
- Shut down for 5 hours
- Recharge fully
Step 4: Replace Battery (If Needed)
- If capacity <80%, replacement recommended
Explore Further
- Apple Authorized Service Provider options
Prevention & Best Practices
Avoid prolonged heat exposure.