DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the auger drive cam on a Frigidaire refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the cam is if the ice will not dispense properly.
All of the information for this refrigerator cam replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Arctic Air, Crosley, Electrolux, Frigidaire, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Westinghouse
Tools needed: phillips head screwdriver, #2 square bit, 1/4" nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the icemaker auger motor drive cam in your refrigerator be sure to unplug the power cord.
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Your first step is to fully remove the ice bucket.
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Use a phillips-head screwdriver or a number two square drive bit to unthread the screws to release the icemaker’s front cover.
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Using a quarter-inch socket or nut driver, unthread the screw securing the wire harness cover.
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Disconnect the wire connecters.
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Pull the icemaker forward to detach.
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Next, remove the shelving adjacent to the icemaker.
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Now unthread the three mounting screws securing the icemaker housing.
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Remove the housing and set it aside.
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Move the icemaker out of the way then unthread the old auger motor drive cam clockwise to remove.
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Install the new drive cam by threading it counter-clockwise on the motor drive shaft then tighten.
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Reinstall the icemaker housing by first inserting the icemaker through the rear then feed the wires through the hole at the top.
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Fully position the housing and secure it with the mounting screws.
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Realign the icemaker on the housing mounting studs and push back until the icemaker locks into place.
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Connect the wire connecters.
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Realign the wire harness cover and secure it with the screw.
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Reposition the front cover then rethread and tighten the screws to secure.
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Replace the ice bucket.
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With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your refrigerator should be ready for use.