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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Refrigerator Replace Ice Maker Auger Motor W10309868
Whirlpool Refrigerator Replace Ice Maker Auger Motor W10309868
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$80.94Estimated Savings
$112.5003:39
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the ice maker auger motor on a Whirlpool refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the auger motor is when the ice maker won’t dispense ice when the switch is pressed.
All of the information for this auger motor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools needed: small flat-head screwdriver, large flat-head screwdriver, ¼ inch socket or nut driver
All of the information for this auger motor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools needed: small flat-head screwdriver, large flat-head screwdriver, ¼ inch socket or nut driver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the ice maker auger motor 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 screwdriver to assist in removing the auger drive coupling by rotating it clockwise.
9
Remove the washer as well.
10
Next, disconnect the wires from the motor.
11
Use a quarter inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the motor.
12
Remove the old motor.
13
Install the new auger motor by positioning it on the housing.
14
Replace the screws to secure.
15
Connect the wires to the terminals and secure the grounding wire.
16
Place the washer on the auger shaft. and thread the coupling by rotating it counter-clockwise.
17
Reinstall the ice maker assembly by sliding it part way into the housing.
18
Reconnect the wire harness and push the assembly all the way back - be aware the ice maker fill spout may make this difficult.
19
Realign the side cover and slide it into place.
20
Realign the ice bin on the track and snap it into position.
21
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 repair instructions for replacing the ice maker auger motor on a Whirlpool refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the auger motor is when the ice maker won’t dispense ice when the switch is pressed.
All of the information for this auger motor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools needed: small flat-head screwdriver, large flat-head screwdriver, ¼ inch socket or nut driver
All of the information for this auger motor replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid
Tools needed: small flat-head screwdriver, large flat-head screwdriver, ¼ inch socket or nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the ice maker auger motor 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 screwdriver to assist in removing the auger drive coupling by rotating it clockwise.
9
Remove the washer as well.
10
Next, disconnect the wires from the motor.
11
Use a quarter inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the motor.
12
Remove the old motor.
13
Install the new auger motor by positioning it on the housing.
14
Replace the screws to secure.
15
Connect the wires to the terminals and secure the grounding wire.
16
Place the washer on the auger shaft. and thread the coupling by rotating it counter-clockwise.
17
Reinstall the ice maker assembly by sliding it part way into the housing.
18
Reconnect the wire harness and push the assembly all the way back - be aware the ice maker fill spout may make this difficult.
19
Realign the side cover and slide it into place.
20
Realign the ice bin on the track and snap it into position.
21
With the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and your ice maker should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Auger Motor
$80.94
Total$0.00
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