The interior light in your refrigerator is controlled by a switch that is activated when the door is opened and closed. If your refrigerator light will not turn on, or stays on when the door is closed, you could have a faulty switch. The switch is spring-loaded and is a generally closed type of switch meaning there should be no continuity...Read more when the button is pushed, and continuity through the switch when it is no longer engaged. This plastic, white, OEM switch is sourced directly from the manufacturer, is sold individually and is easy to replace. The repair usually takes less than 15 minutes and requires a flat-blade screwdriver and needle-nose pliers.
This refrigerator water filter replacement is for 2010 LG refrigerators that have either forward French doors or are the four-door dispensing models. This filter is designed to minimize impurities that can cause ill-tasting water or an unpleasant smell. It reduces sediment, dirt, rust, limescale, sand, and many other contaminants that can...Read more be harmful to your health and the life of your appliance. This filter should be replaced every 6 months or 200 gallons to ensure top quality performance.
To remove your unwanted filter, press the push button to open the filter cover (water may spill from the hole), pull out the old cartridge in a downward motion. To install the new filter, make it so the ears are in the horizontal position and push the new cartridge into the housing until it stops. Push the filter upward until it is secure. Click the cover to lock it in place. Run water for approximately 5 minutes to prep the filter for use, and discard water. Reset the “filter reset” button if applicable.
This handle screw, also known as a mounting bolt, is a mounting screw to help secure the door handle to your refrigerator door. If your handle is loose, you may just need to tighten the screw. If your screw is missing or broken, it may need to be replaced. There are multiple handle screws on your fridge, please consider ordering extra as ...Read morethey commonly wear at the same rate. This is about 1 inch long and metallic in color.
This door basket assembly is supplied by the original manufacturer to provide storage for various food items in refrigerators. It consists of a white plastic base and a transparent shield, measuring 14.5 inches in length and 4 inches in width. The basket is securely attached to the right side of the refrigerator and offers a compartment f...Read moreor organizing items such as bottles, jars, and condiments. The door basket assembly helps maximize storage space and allows you to easily access frequently used items. However, the door basket will need to be replaced if the plastic becomes cracked, deformed, or broken. Using a faulty door basket may result in items falling out, and potential damage to the door frame. Detach the old basket assembly from the refrigerator and snap the new one in place. Ensure that the new assembly is securely fitted before placing items in it.
This is a manufacturer-approved refrigerator door closure for your refrigerator. It is made of white plastic and measures approximately 3 inches by 2 inches. If your old closure is damaged, your refrigerator door may not open and shut properly, and therefore it should be replaced.
Frost near the door or a freezer that runs often may have a damaged door seal. The flexible gasket blocks room air and moisture from entering the cold compartment. First clean the seal and contact surface, then check the hinges and door fit. Match the replacement to the complete freezer model and door position. If shipping leaves folds, s...Read moreoak the gasket in warm water for 5 to 10 minutes or use a hair dryer on low. Do not overheat the rubber. Smooth each side, close the door, and test the seal with a strip of paper.
This ice maker assembly kit is a genuine OEM replacement designed for select LG refrigerators. Engineered to produce ice efficiently, it features a built-in thermostat and heating element that work together to freeze water and release ice cubes from the mold. With a capacity to produce up to 14 cubes per cycle, this assembly ensures a con...Read moresistent and reliable supply of ice. Installation is straightforward and suitable for DIY repairs, though model compatibility should be verified prior to purchase. Crafted to meet LG’s performance standards, this kit offers dependable operation and long-term durability.
This is a door seal, also known as a door gasket, for LG refrigerators. This door gasket is used to seal the warmer room temperature from the cooler fridge interior. If the gasket for your refrigerator is warped, moldy, or damaged in any way, it needs to be replaced immediately. To replace this gasket, simply pull off the old gasket to re...Read moremove it, and carefully wrap the new gasket around the door perimeter. This gasket is sold individually and does not include any other parts.
This is a micro switch for various models of LG refrigerators. This switch is responsible for turning the ice dispenser on and off within the freezer compartment of the fridge. If this switch is damaged or shorted, it will cause the ice maker to work inconsistently, or not at all. This switch is different from the water dispenser switch, ...Read morewhich has an entirely different shape all together. Replacing this switch is simple and only requires a Philips-head screwdriver to disconnect the old switch and install the new one. This switch is a genuine OEM LG part and does not come with any other parts or accessories.
This part must be installed by a licensed and trained LG technician that is able to perform a software update, which is required for the installation of this compressor. Part number CJT30000002 is needed to perform the update.
Also, the three pins on the side of the new compressor may be oriented differently than the original. If diff...Read moreerent, when installing the new compressor the compressor electrical connector must be rotated 45 degrees counter-clockwise.
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Remove and replace light switch
45 of 90 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Debbie from Waltham, MA
A Bit Difficult
30 - 60 mins
Pliers, Screw drivers
Video makes it look easy. Kenmore refrigerator does not have "groove" along the right hand side of switch that allows for pushing down on release. Used a thin screwdriver to get under to push while holding switch edge with pliers. Kept slipping. Tape sides to avoid scratching inside of refrigerator.
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Replaced Old Molded Gasket with new one
8 of 8 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Megan from Elk Grove, CA
Very Easy
Less than 15 mins
Screw drivers
For the right side of the refrigerator door, just pulled off the old gasket and replaced it with the new one. Old gasket came off easily. Just had to pull it off. No screws on the right side. Just pushed the new one in place in the groove on the door.
For the left side, needed a Phillip’s screwdriver to remove the flap first. H
... Read moreelps to have a second person hold the door from moving. Once flap was off, pulled the old gasket off and installed the new one just like the right side. Then screwed the flap back on once the gasket was in the groove properly.
Initially after install, it seemed like the magnet on the door was not strong enough but after a couple of days, the magnet seems a lot stronger, sealing the air out. Very happy I replaced it. It was a lot simpler to replace than I thought it would be.