This light switch may also be known as a refrigerator door switch or a light switch kit, and is compatible with your refrigerator. The function of the refrigerator door switch is to turn on the light when your fridge door is open, and to make sure it is off when your refrigerator door is closed. The reason you would need to replace this part is if your light is not turning on when your door is open. For this repair, you will need a putty knife, and a small flat-blade screwdriver.
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Replacing your Maytag Refrigerator Door Switch
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This part fixes the following symptoms:
Light not working | Ice maker not making ice | Not dispensing water | Ice maker won’t dispense ice
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Daniel Romero J - May 24, 2024
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It was not as expected.
I still haven't been able to install it. It is not easy. I'm not saying it's because of the part. the design is really tough and does not have a harness that pulls out like the video.
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Christopher M - May 3, 2024
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Works as expected
Part came quickly and in great condition. Was able to install quickly and part works as designed.
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Milton F - August 1, 2023
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No issues at this time
No issues at this time
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Simone B - April 3, 2023
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Great service
Fat shipping. Thank you.
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John W - March 25, 2023
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Great part
Worked just as noted and installation was easy
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Curtis N - December 7, 2022
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As Easy as Advertised
Part was received a little later than hoped for, but once received was as quick and easy to install as advertised, and works great. A fraction of the cost of a service call! Only reason for less than 5 stars was the longer than expected delivery time.
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Lisa H - August 5, 2022
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Works so far
Delivery was delayed, no reason given. Part went in quickly and working so far but early days yet
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Suzanne B - June 20, 2022
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Super Easy Repair
Thanks to the how to video that PartSelect provided this was a super easy repair. We ordered the part and it was delivered in a timely manner and was a reasonable price. Thank you PartSelect for making this a stress free home repair that my husband and I were able to do on our own. So far the new switch is working just fine.
Suzanne B. -Marietta, GA
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Rick B - June 12, 2022
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L h door light switch
It worked great and hope it lasts better than the original POS. No offense to you all.
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Alex A - May 29, 2022
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Works
It fit and price was not unreasonable
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Light switch in freezer side got broken
Took a putty knife and Removed the old switch removed the spade terminals from the old switch and replaced them on the new switch and just pushed the new switch back in place
Doug from PLEASANT VIEW, TN
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Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Broke the Rocker Switch in Fridge side
Popped out with butter knife and unplugged 3 prong connector and reversed with anew switch.
But, unfortunately it got broken again exactly same way as before. So, I ordered same switch again for 2nd time.
Maytag should recall that Rocker Switch and build with better materials.
Sung-Su from BISMARCK, ND
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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broken light switch in the freezer
We removed the old switch, unplugged it, plugged the new one in and it was easy to do. But when we tried to put the switch back in we had a very hard time doing it. Eventually got it in, but if it had not been for the difficulty we had getting the new switch to snap in to place, it would have taken under 5 minutes.
kathleen from GREEN VALLEY, AZ
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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No problems
Just plugged it in
Richard from PORT JERVIS, NY
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Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Refer lights not working, there are two lights and neither worked. Decided the switch was the problem.
The switch fix but did not fix the problem. I assumed the wires go on the same way as on the old switch. Is it possible if one light Burns out, the other will not work either?
John from AUBURN, CA
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A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
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Difficulty removing old switch.
Everything went as planned except the cold temperature (freezer door switch located inside freezer) made deflection of the switch locking tab difficult to remove. Letting the switch warm up was not an option.
Ronald from HUNTINGTN BCH, CA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
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Screw drivers
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Light out.
Popped out the old switch and replaced it with the one dying
Carlton from CHICAGO, IL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Freezer drawer light switch failure.
Disconnect plug from wall. Insert putty knife between light switch.and trim panel , apply pressure to depress plastic spring holding switch in place. Apply a slight twist too putty knife releasing switch from trim piece. This wil expose plug connected to switch. Disconnect plug from switch. Connect new switch to plug. Insert switch into
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HARRY from FSTRVL TRVOSE, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Broken light switch
Watched video. Unplugged refrigerator and popped out switch. In plugged connector and pushed switch in place. Plugged in refrigerator and the light worked
Terry from WARMINSTER, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers
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The door switch was broken so the interior light would not come on.
The instructions in the package were not helpful. They wanted me to cut the wiring harness and described where to cut based on the wire colors. My wires were not the same color! I removed the light mechanism using a combination of a screwdriver, putty knife, and plain old muscle with my fingers! The wiring harness unplugged easily and th
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Catherine from BROOMALL, PA
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Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Barbara
July 25, 2021
My refrigerator has a left door and a right door, how do I know which one to Order? Will this work on both sides? Thanks
For model number WRF555SDFZ08
Hello Barbara, Thank you for the question. The Refrigerator Door Switch, PartSelect Number PS12731166 is for the Right and Left Side Door. We hope this helps!
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Zappia
January 8, 2023
Can this part be used to replace my Freezer light switch in my Maytag refrigerator Model Number : MFI2269VEM3
For model number MFI2269VEM3
Hello Zappia, Thank you for your inquiry. Researching the model number that you have provided, this is the door switch for the refrigerator compartment. The freezer door light switch is part# PS16217956. We hope this helps.
Refrigerator light (main door) turns on once the sockets are jiggled...sometimes. the switch seems to be okay and the led's are working.
is there a socket set needed and if so what is needed and is it easy to replace, cost etc.
thanks
For model number KBRS19KTMS1
Hello Omar, thank you for your question. The light socket for this unit is PartSelect Number: PS11748831. The same socket is used on both the fridge and freezer section. I hope this helps!
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Stephen
December 13, 2019
Lights in refrigerator and freezer sections flickered, now don't work. Replaced w11396033 switch on 'fridge side (2 contacts) - no help. Reinstalled old switch. Replaced the freezer side with the same w11396033 switch (3 contacts) - no help. Lights still remain out on both sides. Suggestions?
For model number Kenmore 106.51133213
Hello Stephen, thank you for writing. This sounds like a faulty LED Electronic Control Board, part number PS11755867 for your model refrigerator. Good luck with your repair!
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Bill
August 23, 2021
The refrigerator light and the freezer light does not come on. I think the refrigerator door switch might be bad. My question is if one switch is bad will it stop both refrigerator and freezer light to not come on? Thanks, Bill
For model number 10651133213
Hello Bill, Thank you for the question. If both the Fresh Food and Freezer sections lights are not working, you may need to replace the LED Light Control Board. We hope this helps!
ice maker stopped making ice, I found water inlet to ice maker frozen. Defrosted freezer, it made less than two trays and stopped again. WHAT DO I DO ??
For model number 59679349510
Hi Tom,
Thank you for your question. If the water line from the water inlet valve to the ice maker was frozen, you will need to verify if these 2 parts are working correctly as the components of these parts may have been damaged. You should also check the fill tubes and the cycling thermostat. We have included a link that you may reference on how to check some of these parts. Once you have determined the part you need, please feel free to call customer service. We are open 7 days a week and anyone will be happy to assist you. We look forward to hearing from you!
All the lights quit working, inside refrigerator & freezer. What do i do, they are led lights.
For model number WRF736SDAM12
Hello Jo and thank you for writing.
As they all quit working at the same time it certainly sounds like a faulty LED emitter control board PS1173809 you should check for signs of damage, and replace it if needed. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime.
The light in the fresh food section does not come on when the door is opened, however if i wiggle the switch, the light comes on.I'm tried removing the switch, but despite watching videos, i am not able to get the old switch out.
For model number Maytag MZD2766GES
Hello Terry and thank you for writing.
Sometimes the switch is stuck due to debris built up, so unplug your unit and wash around the switch with warm soapy water and see if that helps. For your convenience, we have attached the link to our repair video (not sure if you seen this one). We hope this helps. Good luck with your repair
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7QQ8Y97Fog&feature=emb_title
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Ken
January 17, 2020
Does the light switch on the freezer side have anything to do with water and ice dispensing? Light works, freezer works, filter replaced, dispensing control board replaced, but still not dispensing water or ice. Thanks
For model number GI5FSAXVY02
Hello Ken,
Thank you for your question. Our sources do not show any correlation with the light switch affecting the ice and water dispenser, but if the water filter has already been replaced, we suggest replacing the water inlet valve under part PS2069865 for your model to fix the dispenser issues. We hope this helps.
Hello Guy and thanks for writing.
If the refrigerator ice maker is not working the water filter might be clogged. Try changing the water filter. If the ice maker is not working the icemaker mold thermostat might be defective. Inside the control module of the ice maker is a thermostat that monitors the temperature of the ice mold (ice tray). We hope this helps. Please contact us at any time
