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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairGE Refrigerator Upper Door Closing Cam Replacement #WR02X11479
GE Refrigerator Upper Door Closing Cam Replacement #WR02X11479
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$9.52Estimated Savings
$112.5002:39
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the upper door closing cam on a GE refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the cam is the door 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, flat head screwdriver
All of the information for this cam video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: phillips head screwdriver, 5/16 inch socket, flat head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
To replace the upper closing cam on the refrigerator door, use a Philips head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the hinge cover.
2
Pull the cover off.
3
Use a 5/16 inch socket or nut driver to remove the screws securing the hinge itself.
4
Support the door as you remove the hinge.
5
Now lift the door off of the lower hinge pin and set it on its side.
6
Unthread the screws securing the upper closing cam.
7
You can now use a small flat-head screwdriver to help pry out the old cam.
8
Install the new upper closing cam by inserting it into the door, then replace the screw to secure.
9
Apply some grease to the lower cam.
10
Now reposition the door on the lower hinge pin, close it, and realign the upper hinge.
11
Thread the screws loosely to hold the hinge in place.
12
Confirm that the door is level, then tighten the screws.
13
Realign the hinge cover and secure it with the screw.
14
With the repair completed, your refrigerator should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the upper door closing cam on a GE refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the cam is the door 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, flat head screwdriver
All of the information for this cam video is applicable to the following brands:
GE
Tools needed: phillips head screwdriver, 5/16 inch socket, flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the upper closing cam on the refrigerator door, use a Philips head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the hinge cover.
2
Pull the cover off.
3
Use a 5/16 inch socket or nut driver to remove the screws securing the hinge itself.
4
Support the door as you remove the hinge.
5
Now lift the door off of the lower hinge pin and set it on its side.
6
Unthread the screws securing the upper closing cam.
7
You can now use a small flat-head screwdriver to help pry out the old cam.
8
Install the new upper closing cam by inserting it into the door, then replace the screw to secure.
9
Apply some grease to the lower cam.
10
Now reposition the door on the lower hinge pin, close it, and realign the upper hinge.
11
Thread the screws loosely to hold the hinge in place.
12
Confirm that the door is level, then tighten the screws.
13
Realign the hinge cover and secure it with the screw.
14
With the repair completed, your refrigerator should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Closing Cam
$9.52
Total$0.00
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