April 20, 2023

Refrigerator: Why won't my refrigerator ice maker make ice?

Several problems can interfere with making ice. The ice maker could be jammed or broken, a dirty water filter or kinked water line could be blocking water flow or the water inlet valve could be clogged or faulty. Check the ice maker for jammed cubes and clear any ice buildup that you find. Replace the ice maker assembly if it doesn't cycle when activated. Replace the water inlet valve if it's clogged or won't fill the ice maker when activated. Replace any damaged or clogged water system tubing.

No ice in the ice maker also could mean that your refrigerator isn't cooling-the ice maker won't cycle if the freezer is warmer than 5 degrees F. Try the troubleshooting tips in our refrigerator not cooling video to resolve freezer temperature problems.

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THESE REPAIRS MAY HELP SOLVE YOUR REFRIGERATOR PROBLEM

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Replace the refrigerator ice maker

This repair involves replacing the entire ice maker assembly, which is available for most models of refrigerators. Replace the entire ice maker if it is not harvesting ice correctly, or if the ice mold is damaged.

Refrigerator ice maker

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July 20, 2015

How to replace an ice maker in a side-by-side refrigerator

If your refrigerator isn't making ice, it could be the ice maker failed. This DIY repair guide gives step-by-step instructions for how to remove and replace the ice maker in a side-by-side refrigerator.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less

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July 20, 2015

How to replace an in-door ice maker on a French door refrigerator

When a French door refrigerator isn't making ice, the in-door ice maker could be faulty. This DIY repair guide gives easy-to-follow instructions on how to replace the in-door ice maker.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
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Replace the refrigerator water inlet valve

The water inlet valve assembly of the refrigerator controls water flow to the ice maker and the water dispenser. Replace the water inlet valve if it doesn't open or shut off the flow of water properly.

Refrigerator water inlet valve

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July 20, 2015

How to replace the water inlet valve in a top-freezer refrigerator

If your refrigerator ice maker isn't getting any water, or if water continuously flows into the ice maker, the problem could be the water inlet valve. This DIY repair guide and video show how to easily replace the water inlet valve in a top-mount refrigerator.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
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Replace refrigerator water system tubing

Many refrigerators have an ice maker and/or water dispenser. The connecting water line between the water components inside the refrigerator can break, resulting in a water leak. This repair involves replacing of water lines inside the refrigerator.

Replace refrigerator water system tubing

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your refrigerators

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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…

Most common repair guides to help fix your 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

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…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to clean refrigerator condenser coils

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.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a refrigerator temperature control board

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 difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less

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.

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How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

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How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

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How to prevent water dispenser and ice maker problems

How to prevent water dispenser and ice maker problems

If your refrigerator's ice maker isn't producing as much ice as it should, or water is flowing poorly from the dispenser…