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Door switch would not turn on interior refrigerator light.
I had previously watched a YouTube video (do this first!!) on a similar Kenmore model so I knew what to look out for: (1) turned off power, (2) took thin putty knife to slip under outer lip of switch (most screwdrivers are too thick), (3) wiggled switch at front end to release the tab, (4) unplugged from the socket, (5) plugged in new switch, (6) popped new switch back into door, (7) turned on power. Voila !! Super easy. I couldn't believe it.
Parts Used:
Refrigerator Door Switch
  • Jane from SHORELINE, WA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Water dispenser not working
Removed back panel and water inlet valve and replaced with a new water inlet valve
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Primary Water Valve - Single Coil
  • Michael from BRAINTREE, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
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Freezer door gasket needed replacing.
Simply removed old gasket. Started in a corner with installing the new gasket. It went in easily and quickly.
Parts Used:
GASKET,DOOR
  • Stephen from DICKINSON, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers
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Leaking
Swapped old one with new one. New one had extra plug not needed.
Parts Used:
Water Inlet Valve Assembly
  • Johnny from MOUNT OLIVE, AL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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The hose that feeds the Ice Maker broke,right where it goes in the Fridge.
I actually didn't use what I got. Because there was all kinds of tubing coiled up in the door. We just fed the exsess all the way through the Fridge,and Bingo! It was done.
Parts Used:
FILTER ASSEMBLY,HEAD Refrigerator Water Filter
  • William from BOWDOINHAM, ME
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Socket set
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Replacement water valve.
Easy job. Just don't get the parts from this place. First part was no good and delivered was past deadline after I paid for expedited shipping. Had to get new part delivered which in three days increased in price and then still waited for ten days WITH expedited shipping. Have not been reimbursed for first part that was no good AND my expedited shipping fee. Shop somewhere else.
Parts Used:
Primary Water Valve - Single Coil
  • Christopher from MECHANICSBURG, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Ice Maker and Water dispenser stopped working
Pulled the fridge out.
Unscrewed the back cover and the one screw holding the value assemble.
undid the 2 hoses and replaced the part.

Super SImple/
Parts Used:
Water Inlet Valve Assembly
  • Donald from BETHPAGE, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Replace water filter
Followed directions that came with the filter. Did remove the top shelf for easier access. Very simple and quick.
Parts Used:
Refrigerator Water Filter
  • Bill from FORT SMITH, AR
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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old gasket was damaged
i removed old and installed new gasket in 5 minutes. i watched a video. it was super easy .
Parts Used:
GASKET,DOOR
  • Maria from TEQUESTA, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Cold water control rusty and leaking water
Removed old part very easily and installed the new part without any problems. Used and adjustable wrench and screwdriver
Parts Used:
Spring,Lever
  • Homer from MARION, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Ice buildup in corner of freezer.
Reviewed instructions on YouTube. Removed storage box.Removed Philips head screw on either side of track. Lifted door and placed it on table. Using a flat blade screwdriver removed old gasket (it did not looked damaged). Pressed new gasket into groove in door. Replaced door onto track and replaced screws. Replaced storage box. No more ice buildup.
Parts Used:
GASKET,DOOR
  • Louis from BOYNTON BEACH, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Replace the light switch for the refrigerator
Cover the putty knife with tape so you do not scratch the side wall where the switch is located. Slide the knife under the edge of the switch and push in a bit towards the switch and slightly twist to pop the switch out of its hole. Disconnect the wires from the switch and simply plug in the new switch. Push wiring back into the hole and careful push the switch into the hole until it snaps into place.
Parts Used:
Refrigerator Door Switch
  • Karyn from DURHAM, NH
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Left door when opened the light wouldn’t come on. Checked the light, ok. Ordered push button switch
Removed the cover 2 screws
Squeezed the 2 side sleeves and removed
Snapped in new button, replaced the cover. Done
Parts Used:
Push Button Switch
  • Richard from TULLY, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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the light did not work when door was opened. At first it would flicker then off completely.
My son just pried out the old switch with a screw driver snapped out the old one and snapped in the new one. Pretty sure even I could have done this. Very quick and easy. Thanks. :-)
Parts Used:
Refrigerator Door Switch
  • Alma from Winterport, ME
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Refrigerator light had a short in it and would randomly work
Unplugged the fridge. Used a screwdriver to loosen the switch. Easy to disconnect from fridge and just plugged the new switch in. Popped right back into the side of the fridge and worked perfectly.
Parts Used:
Refrigerator Door Switch
  • Tammy from HAGERSTOWN, MD
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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