Refrigerator repair guides
These easy-to-follow repair guides and videos help you complete refrigerator repairs, including replacing the ice maker, installing a new evaporator fan and replacing the defrost heater. These guides cover basic repair procedures described in LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, GE and Kenmore refrigerator repair manuals.
Our DIY refrigerator repair help section's symptoms and error code charts provide troubleshooting tips and expert advice for fixing common refrigerator failures. Search your model number to find a complete list of parts for your fridge and order the part you need.
Repair guides for Repair guides common to all refrigerators
These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your refrigerator.
How to replace a refrigerator water valve
Replace the water valve that feeds water to the ice maker and water dispenser if it no longer controls the flow of water…
How to clean refrigerator condenser coils
Help your refrigerator run more efficiently by cleaning the condenser coils. It's easy and takes just a few minutes.…
How to replace a refrigerator temperature control board
If the temperature in your refrigerator doesn't match the temperature you set, the problem could be the temperature cont…
Repair guides for bottom-mount refrigerators
How to replace an electronic control board on the back of a refrigerator
If your refrigerator isn't running, an electronic control board failure could be the problem. A service technician can d…
How to replace a flipper mullion on a French-door refrigerator
If the flipper mullion breaks or its heater quits working, replace it in 15 minutes using these 4 easy steps.…
How to replace a door gasket in a French-door refrigerator
The door gasket, often called a door seal, seals the gap around the door to keep the cold air in and the warm air out. R…
How to replace an in-door ice maker on a French door refrigerator
Follow these step-by-step instructions how to replace the in-door ice maker in Kenmore TRIO and LG French door refrigera…
How to replace a refrigerator water valve
Replace the water valve that feeds water to the ice maker and water dispenser if it no longer controls the flow of water…
How to replace a refrigerator thermistor
The thermistor senses the temperature inside the refrigerator. If the actual temperature and the temperature you set are…
How to replace a refrigerator defrost control assembly
Follow these steps to replace the defrost control assembly if your Kenmore or LG French door refrigerator displays an er…
Repair guides for side-by-side refrigerators
How to replace an electronic control board on the back of a refrigerator
If your refrigerator isn't running, an electronic control board failure could be the problem. A service technician can d…
How to replace a foamed-in-place door gasket in a side-by-side refrigerator
The door gasket seals the gap around the door to keep the cold air in and the warm air out. Replace a worn or damaged do…
How to replace a press-in door gasket in a side-by-side refrigerator
The door gasket seals the gap around the door to keep the cold air in and the warm air out. Replace a worn or damaged do…
How to replace a dispenser core control board in a side-by-side refrigerator
If your refrigerator dispenses ice or water even when the door is open, replace the dispenser core control board—it take…
How to replace an ice maker in a side-by-side refrigerator
Learn how to replace the ice maker in a side-by-side refrigerator with these step-by-step instructions.…
How to replace a refrigerator water valve
Replace the water valve that feeds water to the ice maker and water dispenser if it no longer controls the flow of water…
How to replace a refrigerator thermistor
The thermistor senses the temperature inside the refrigerator. If the actual temperature and the temperature you set are…
How to replace ice maker optic boards in a side-by-side refrigerator
If the ice maker in your side-by-side refrigerator is not producing, replacing the optic boards can fix this system. …
How to replace a defrost sensor in a side-by-side refrigerator
If frost is building up in the freezer of your side-by-side refrigerator, the defrost sensor could be at fault. You can …
How to replace an ice dispenser motor in a side-by-side refrigerator
If your side-by-side refrigerator isn’t churning out ice, replacing the motor could fix the problem. These steps explain…
How to replace a defrost heater in a side-by-side refrigerator
If frost is building up in the freezer of your side-by-side refrigerator, the defrost heater could be faulty. Follow the…
How to replace a diffuser in a side-by-side refrigerator
The diffuser controls cold air flow from the freezer to the refrigerator. You can replace it yourself, following step-by…
How to replace an evaporator fan motor in a side-by-side refrigerator
If your refrigerator isn't as cold as it should be, it could be that the evaporator fan motor isn't circulating air. Thi…
Repair guides for top-mount refrigerators
How to replace an electronic control board on the back of a refrigerator
If your refrigerator isn't running, an electronic control board failure could be the problem. A service technician can d…
How to replace a door gasket in a top-freezer refrigerator
The door gasket seals the gap around the door to keep the cold air in and the warm air out. It’s easy to replace a worn …
How to replace the electronic control board inside a top-freezer refrigerator
The electronic control board is the "brains" of the refrigerator. Replace the electronic control board if it fails.…
How to install an ice maker kit in a top-freezer refrigerator
The ice maker kit is an optional accessory for refrigerators. Install the ice maker kit in a refrigerator that doesn't h…
How to replace the evaporator fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The evaporator fan motor blows air across the evaporator coils and through the refrigerator cabinet for cooling. Replace…
How to replace the compressor start relay in a top-freezer refrigerator
The compressor start relay starts the compressor and shuts it off if the motor overheats. Replace the start relay if it'…
How to replace a refrigerator water valve
Replace the water valve that feeds water to the ice maker and water dispenser if it no longer controls the flow of water…
How to replace the defrost heater in a top-freezer refrigerator
The refrigerator defrost heater melts frost from the freezer’s evaporator fins. Replace the defrost heater if it doesn't…
How to replace the thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The thermistor monitors the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment. Replace the thermistor if it isn't detectin…
How to replace a refrigerator temperature control thermostat
This helpful refrigerator repair guide explains how to replace the temperature control thermostat in a refrigerator.…
How to replace the condenser fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The condenser fan is in the machine compartment of the refrigerator next to the compressor. It moves air across the cond…
How to replace the light switch in a top-freezer refrigerator
The light switch turns the refrigerator light on and off and monitors door position. Replace the light switch if it does…
How to replace the defrost thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The defrost thermistor attaches to the evaporator coil and measures the evaporator coil temperature during defrost.…
How to replace the water inlet valve in a top-freezer refrigerator
The water inlet valve controls water flow to the ice maker. Replace the water valve if it doesn't open or shut properly.…
How to replace the defrost bi-metal thermostat in a top-freezer refrigerator
The defrost bi-metal thermostat is a safety device attached to the evaporator coil. The defrost bi-metal thermostat shut…
How to replace the compressor run capacitor in a top-freezer refrigerator
The run capacitor sends electric current to the compressor motor to help the motor run efficiently. Replace the run capa…
Most common symptoms to help you fix your refrigerators
Choose a symptom to see related refrigerator repairs.
Main causes: blocked vents, defrost system problems, evaporator fan failure, dirty condenser coils, bad sensors, condens…
Main causes: damaged door seal, faulty defrost sensor or bi-metal thermostat, broken defrost heater, bad defrost timer o…
Main causes: jammed ice cubes, broken ice maker assembly, dirty water filter, kinked water line, bad water valve, freeze…
Main causes: control board or cold control failure, broken compressor start relay, compressor motor failure, defrost tim…
Main causes: leaky door gasket, defrost system failure, evaporator fan not running, dirty condenser coils, condenser fan…
Main causes: blocked air vents, compressor problems, condenser or evaporator fan not working, control system failure, se…
Main causes: water valve leaking, frozen or broken defrost drain tube, overflowing drain pan, cracked water system tubin…
Things to do: clean condenser coils, replace the water filter, clean the interior, adjust doors to prevent air leaks, cl…
Effective articles & videos to help repair your refrigerators
Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your refrigerator.
No matter what style Maytag refrigerator you have, we can walk you through replacing the water filter.…
Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.…
If your refrigerator's ice maker isn't producing as much ice as it should, or water is flowing poorly from the dispenser…