All Installation Instructions for Maytag Refrigerator 5VM9BXGFYA00

changed the light bulb still would not work so I figured it was the switch sure enough.

I took a chance and ordered a switch that is next to the top of the door. looked for how to remove it easily done in ten minutes works fine last long time.

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Refrigerator Door Switch

anthony from HAVELOCK, NC
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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Light didnt go on

The light rocker switch wasnt working. I found the part on the web site. It was so easy. I used a screw driver to pop out the old one and pop the new one in. It took 5 min. Thanks!!!

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Refrigerator Door Switch

dorotea from staten island, NY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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fridge door switch did not work

I removed the switch housing (4 screws), replacing the switch in the housing was a snap. It took 5 minutes, cost $8 and light works like new!

Why didn't I order this part and do the repair earlier? Very simple.

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Refrigerator Door Switch

stu from richmond, VA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set

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Door light switch disintegrated

Very simple fix, remove 3 screws, two connectors to the old switch

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Refrigerator Door Switch

Thomas from Roseville, CA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Broke light switch while cleaning

use kitchen knife to pry out. replaced switch assemble and pressed back into place. Could not have done this with out help from previous customers. Thanks

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Refrigerator Door Switch

Gail from Golden, CO
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Freezer temp could not get above 28*

1st; Remove all shelving
2nd; Phillips screws,= remove bottom cover, and bottom vent
3rd; Sensor is straight up- plug & play (see pic)!
DO NOT MAN-HANDLE.!
4th; Re-install vent & cover 'SLOWLY'.!
Please buy a "Freezer" thermometer. Good freezers work
around (+5* to -10*) even with food.

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Refrigerator Temperature Sensor

Michael from PRESTON, MD
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Screws are a bit small and short for the job

Using a screwdriver

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Refrigerator Screw

Screw - 8-32 X 1-1/4

Sheryll Lawrence from BRONX, NY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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not freezing

remove inside cover. meit ice collected, remove old part and install new part. about 1 hr.

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Refrigerator Temperature Sensor

William from SCOTTSDALE, AZ
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers

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gasket sagging at the bottom and was not airtight.

I followed the instructions on the video you provided with my order. Removed the freezer door and used the putty knife to loosen the old gasket and installed the new one. I'm a 77 year old female and if I can do it, so can you.

Parts Used:

Freezer Door Gasket

Joyce from GALESBURG, IL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set

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Original door gasket split from age, no longer sealing snugly to refrig.

Inserted scraper behind gasket breaking it free from door, permitting a hand hold. While putting tension on gasket, slid scraper around door gently removing old gasket. Replaced gasket starting at top gradually working around door. No need to remove door.

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Fresh Food Door Gasket

William from LYNBROOK, NY
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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Gasket had several tears in it at the corners and was leaking air into the fresh food compartment

Removed the old gasket and ran the hard edged lip into the opening behind the door liner. Concerned that the gasket does not seem to be attaching itself to the door well. First put it on the side of the refigerator and it would not adhere enough to support itself. While it closes it just doesn't seem to attach with the magnets in the gasket. These magnetic strips have a weak magnet side and a strong magnet side. I wonder if they put the wrong side facing the door when they assembled it. Counter this with a new gasket for an upright freezer which was twice the length and attached itself firmly to the side wall of the freezer and did not slide down.

Parts Used:

Fresh Food Door Gasket

James from BATON ROUGE, LA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Light switch broke

Pried out old part with screwdriver. Unplugged. When new part came, just plugged it in and pushed the part into place.

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Door Switch

Carolee from Spokane Valley, WA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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I had taken freezer door off when moving and misplaced the one of the hinges.

I attached the hinge and secured it with screws and socket wrench.

Parts Used:

Refrigerator Bottom Door Hinge w/Pin

Darlene from Philadelphia, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins

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drawer guide for drawer in refrigerator broke

empty top shelf in refrigerator, remove glass shelf. Wash and dry. Turn shelf over and line up notches and snap in place. Cost of guide plus 7.99 shipment fee and local ta was $18. Local dealer wanted $24 to order same part. Easy do-it-yourself project.

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