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 water tube, or plastic tube, is used in refrigerators and freezers. The tube ensures water is directed to parts of the refrigerator that need it, such as the water dispenser and ice maker. If you find that your current one is leaking or broken in any way, replacing the tube can fix this problem. Make sure to unplug the appliance from...Read more the power source before you start this installation project. Refer to the diagram provided by the manufacturer for further instruction and accurate guidance.
This tray cover, also known as the front drawer cover, fits on the front of the bottom drawer in your refrigerator. It is made of plastic and is white and clear in color. The cover creates a seal in your drawer so the temperature and humidity can be properly maintained for fresh food products.
This is a genuine replacement switch. It is a push button style switch that is designed for use in your refrigerator. When the door of your appliance is opened the switch is released, and the light comes on. When you close the door the switch is pressed in, and the light turns off. You may need a putty knife to remove your old switch.
This fan assembly circulates air through the appliance to support proper temperature control and ventilation. Designed for quiet and efficient airflow, it is replaced when airflow weakens, noise increases, or cooling performance declines.
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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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Replace Thermistor in back of freezer
18 of 25 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Scott from JUPITER, FL
Easy
1- 2 hours
Pliers, Screw drivers
Turn off power, remove upper and lower drawers (may need to open upper refrigerator doors to remove large freezer bin,) remove drawer supports (upper and lower), remove rear freezer panel (trick is to loosen 4 screws on fan bumpout to get the panel to come free from the freezer side wall), test thermistor with multimeter (should have cont
... Read moreinuity or near zero resistance across 2 orange fuse wires) before cutting zip ties, cut zip ties holding Thermistor in place, remove old Thermistor, install new Thermistor, install new zip ties, replace rear freezer panel, install upper and lower drawer supports, install drawers, turn on power, should be fixed if error code doesn't return after 6 hours.
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Water feed line running from water valve to filter housing was leaking
13 of 21 peoplefound this instruction helpful.
Tom from EASTON, PA
Easy
30 - 60 mins
Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Shut off water supply. Disconnect main supply line. Remove rear lower panel on back of refrigerator. Remove all tubing clamps on back. Disconnect leaking tubing from water supply valve. Remove water filter and unscrew/remove water filter housing. Replace tubing - connect to water filter housing then to water supply valve. Reconnect filter
... Read more housing and filter. Reinstall lower panel, then main water supply line, then all tubing clamps. Turn water back on and check for leaks after discarding several glasses of water to fill filter. Job complete!