DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the ice selector solenoid on a Frigidaire refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the solenoid is if the ice dispenser will not switch between "cubed" and "crushed" ice.
All of the information for this refrigerator solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Arctic Air, Crosley, Electrolux, Frigidaire, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Westinghouse
Tools needed: phillips head screwdriver, 1/4" socket
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the icemaker crush or cube selector solenoid 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.
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Unthread the screws securing the auger motor housing to the rear panel.
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Depress the tabs to release the wire connecter and fully remove the auger motor assembly and icemaker.
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Use the quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the mounting screws securing the ice selector solenoid.
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Pull out the old solenoid assembly note the orientation of the wire connecters then disconnect them.
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Install the new ice selector solenoid by first connecting the wire connecters to the terminals.
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Slide the solenoid assembly into position in the housing with the exposed plunger spring facing inward.
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Thread and tighten the screws to secure.
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Return the auger motor assembly and icemaker to the refrigerator and connect the wire connecter.
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Reposition the auger motor housing and secure it to the rear panel with the screws.
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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.