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.
The door stop, or door stopper, is used in refrigerators. This door stop helps keep the door in position and in balance. This part is attached to the bottom of the door and it keeps it from opening and hitting the side of the refrigerator cabinet. If you find your door hits and scratches your lower cabinet when you open your fridge door, ...Read moreinstalling this part can be a solution to this problem. Make sure to unplug your appliance from the power source before installing this part and safely store food to prevent it from deteriorating. Refer to the diagram provided by the manufacturer for further instruction.
This refrigerator door hinge bushing is a durable white plastic component that provides a smooth pivot point for the hinge pin, helping keep the door properly aligned and sealed. It is commonly used to correct doors that sag, make noise, or are difficult to open or close due to a worn or damaged bushing. The bushing installs at the door h...Read moreinge pivot point and typically requires removing the hinge bracket with a 10?mm socket. Color is white, and size and dimensions may vary by refrigerator model.
This lower holder cover is also known as a toe grille clip, or a kickplate clip. It is designed for use with refrigerators. The main purpose of this part is to hold the molding at the base of your refrigerator in place, it also makes removing the piece of molding simple. If you notice that the kickplate on your appliance is loose or will ...Read morenot stay in place you may need to replace one or more of these clips. This part is made of plastic, and it is sold individually.
This plastic cover is a genuine OEM replacement part for your refrigerator. This part serves as the frame the glass shelf above your refrigerator crisper. To replace this part, remove the glass shelf and existing plastic frame. Snap the new one into place and replace the shelf. This repair has been rated as easy by our customers.
This compressor start relay and thermistor assembly helps start the refrigerator's compressor and protects it from overheating during operation. It provides the electrical boost needed to get the compressor running, which is essential for maintaining proper cooling inside the refrigerator. If the refrigerator is not cooling properly, the ...Read morecompressor is not starting, or you hear repeated clicking noises, a faulty relay assembly may be the cause. Replacing this part can help restore reliable compressor operation and keep the refrigerator cooling as intended.
This part is a replacement light socket for your refrigerator. This model is white in color, and it has two sockets that will fit two separate light bulbs. The light socket connects to the power source, and the light bulb is screwed into it. If the light in your refrigerator is not working when you open the door, you could have a faulty s...Read moreocket. It is important to determine if the light bulbs are simply burned out, or if the socket is causing the issue. Be sure to disconnect your refrigerator from the power source before you begin this repair. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
This ice maker assembly is a genuine OEM replacement unit for LG refrigerators. It is responsible for producing and dispensing ice cubes. You can find the ice maker assembly inside the freezer compartment of your fridge. The assembly consists of several parts, including a water inlet valve, ice mold, thermostat, and motorized assembly for...Read more dispensing ice. If any of these components fail, your ice maker will be unable to produce any ice or may only release small amounts of ice. This complete assembly contains all the parts you need to replace your faulty unit and restore your refrigerator.
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Remove and replace light switch
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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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old bushing worn and broken
23 of 43 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Jerry from CORSICANA, TX
Really Easy
30 - 60 mins
Screw drivers, Socket set
removed the upper freezer door to access screws to remove lower door. laid bottom door on its side, removed bad bushing, put new bushing in, put bottom door back on refridge, put upper door back on fridge. Door worked easy as when new. good closure of door and story..Happy customer, and wife even happier.....thank you....
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bottom door dropped slightly and bottom hinge area rubbing on steel door support
12 of 27 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Louis from PHILADELPHIA, PA
Really Easy
30 - 60 mins
Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
removed 3 fasteners for top door and placed freezer door aside, then removed 3 more fasteners on bottom refrigerator door and place that aside. replaced bushing on lower door bracket and reversed the above procedure to reinstall doors.