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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Refrigerator Lower Door Closing Cam Replacement #WR02X11743
GE Refrigerator Lower Door Closing Cam Replacement #WR02X11743
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$10.00Estimated Savings
$112.5003:46
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the lower door closing cam on a GE refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the cam is the fridge door is not closing properly.
All of the information for this cam video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: phillips head screwdriver, 5/16 inch socket
All of the information for this cam video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: phillips head screwdriver, 5/16 inch socket
Step By Step Instructions
1
If you’re replacing a lower closing cam on the freezer door first pull off the lower grill.
2
Release the water line from the retaining clip.
3
Now depress the locking ring to disconnect the water line from the coupler – be prepared for some water to spill.
4
Slide off the insulator.
5
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screw securing the hinge cover for the door you’re replacing the cam on.
6
Pull the cover off.
7
Disconnect the dispenser wire connecter if applicable.
8
Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to remove the screws securing the hinge itself.
9
Support the door as you remove the hinge.
10
Lift the door off the lower hinge pin and set it aside.
11
You can now pry off the old lower cam.
12
Install the new lower closing cam by sliding it over the hinge pin.
13
Apply some grease to the new cam.
14
If you’re reinstalling the freezer door, first insert the water line through the hole in the hinge as you align the door on the lower hinge pin.
15
Close the door.
16
Insert the dispenser wire connecter through the upper hinge if necessary.
17
Realign the hinge.
18
Thread the screws loosely to hold the hinge in place.
19
Confirm that the door is level then tighten the screws.
20
Realign the hinge cover and secure it with the screw.
21
If applicable, slide the insulator back on the water line and insert the line into the coupler.
22
Secure the water line in the retaining clip.
23
Replace the lower grill and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the lower door closing cam on a GE refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the cam is the fridge door is not closing properly.
All of the information for this cam video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: phillips head screwdriver, 5/16 inch socket
All of the information for this cam video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: phillips head screwdriver, 5/16 inch socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
If you’re replacing a lower closing cam on the freezer door first pull off the lower grill.
2
Release the water line from the retaining clip.
3
Now depress the locking ring to disconnect the water line from the coupler – be prepared for some water to spill.
4
Slide off the insulator.
5
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screw securing the hinge cover for the door you’re replacing the cam on.
6
Pull the cover off.
7
Disconnect the dispenser wire connecter if applicable.
8
Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to remove the screws securing the hinge itself.
9
Support the door as you remove the hinge.
10
Lift the door off the lower hinge pin and set it aside.
11
You can now pry off the old lower cam.
12
Install the new lower closing cam by sliding it over the hinge pin.
13
Apply some grease to the new cam.
14
If you’re reinstalling the freezer door, first insert the water line through the hole in the hinge as you align the door on the lower hinge pin.
15
Close the door.
16
Insert the dispenser wire connecter through the upper hinge if necessary.
17
Realign the hinge.
18
Thread the screws loosely to hold the hinge in place.
19
Confirm that the door is level then tighten the screws.
20
Realign the hinge cover and secure it with the screw.
21
If applicable, slide the insulator back on the water line and insert the line into the coupler.
22
Secure the water line in the retaining clip.
23
Replace the lower grill and your refrigerator should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Closing Cam
$10.00
Total$0.00
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