In-stock parts ship the same day
Price Match Guarantee
In-stock parts ship the same dayGET PRO PRICING
Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Fridge Ice Maker Won't Work? Assembly #W10377151
Whirlpool Fridge Ice Maker Won't Work? Assembly #W10377151
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$162.09Estimated Savings
$112.5004:23
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the ice maker on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reasons for replacing the ice maker assembly is when the ice maker is not working or is overflowing, though a defective water inlet valve is a more common cause of the ice maker overflowing.
All of the information in this ice maker assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools used: small flat-head screwdriver, large flat-head screwdriver, 1/4” socket or nut driver
All of the information in this ice maker assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools used: small flat-head screwdriver, large flat-head screwdriver, 1/4” socket or nut driver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the ice maker in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Open both refrigerator doors.
3
Depress the release button and pull out the ice bin.
4
Insert a small flat-head screwdriver into the side cover access hole and press down to release the locking lever then pull the side cover forward to remove.
5
Use the screwdriver to depress the retaining tab to release the ice maker assembly.
6
Pull the assembly forward.
7
Disconnect the wire harness and remove the entire assembly.
8
Use a large flat-head screwdriver to help pry the cover off.
9
Use a quarter inch socket or nut driver to remove the screw securing the sensor wire bracket and detach the bracket.
10
Disconnect the wire harness.
11
Next, remove the screws securing the ice maker to the air baffle.
12
Pull the ice maker away from the baffle and detach the thermal fuse.
13
Prepare the new ice maker for installation by transferring the shut-off arm from the old ice maker to the new one.
14
Snap the thermal fuse into the retaining clip and align the new ice maker on the air baffle.
15
Replace the screws to secure.
16
Connect the wire harness.
17
Position the sensor wire bracket and secure it with the screw.
18
Align the cover and snap it into place.
19
Now slide the assembly part way into the housing.
20
Reconnect the wire harness and push the assembly all the way back - be aware the ice maker fill spout may make this difficult.
21
Realign the side cover and slide it into place.
22
Realign the ice bin on the track and snap it into position.
23
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and your ice maker should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the ice maker on Whirlpool refrigerators. The most common reasons for replacing the ice maker assembly is when the ice maker is not working or is overflowing, though a defective water inlet valve is a more common cause of the ice maker overflowing.
All of the information in this ice maker assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools used: small flat-head screwdriver, large flat-head screwdriver, 1/4” socket or nut driver
All of the information in this ice maker assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools used: small flat-head screwdriver, large flat-head screwdriver, 1/4” socket or nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the ice maker in your refrigerator unplug the power cord.
2
Open both refrigerator doors.
3
Depress the release button and pull out the ice bin.
4
Insert a small flat-head screwdriver into the side cover access hole and press down to release the locking lever then pull the side cover forward to remove.
5
Use the screwdriver to depress the retaining tab to release the ice maker assembly.
6
Pull the assembly forward.
7
Disconnect the wire harness and remove the entire assembly.
8
Use a large flat-head screwdriver to help pry the cover off.
9
Use a quarter inch socket or nut driver to remove the screw securing the sensor wire bracket and detach the bracket.
10
Disconnect the wire harness.
11
Next, remove the screws securing the ice maker to the air baffle.
12
Pull the ice maker away from the baffle and detach the thermal fuse.
13
Prepare the new ice maker for installation by transferring the shut-off arm from the old ice maker to the new one.
14
Snap the thermal fuse into the retaining clip and align the new ice maker on the air baffle.
15
Replace the screws to secure.
16
Connect the wire harness.
17
Position the sensor wire bracket and secure it with the screw.
18
Align the cover and snap it into place.
19
Now slide the assembly part way into the housing.
20
Reconnect the wire harness and push the assembly all the way back - be aware the ice maker fill spout may make this difficult.
21
Realign the side cover and slide it into place.
22
Realign the ice bin on the track and snap it into position.
23
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and your ice maker should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Ice Maker Assembly
$162.09
Total$0.00
Related Articles & Videos