DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the water inlet valve in an LG Refrigerator (Model LFCS22520S). The most common reason for replacing this part is if it is damaged or missing.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
LG
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace the refrigerator water inlet valve in this lg refrigerator…
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You will need a ½” wrench and a phillips screwdriver or drill driver with a number 2 phiillips bit.
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Unplug the appliance before working with any electrical components.
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Shut the water off to the appliance.
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Give yourself access to the backside of the fridge.
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Use the wrench to loosen and remove the main water line.
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Unscrew the five phillips head screws on the bottom panel and remove it.
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Unscrew the four screws holding the water line and inlet valve.
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Pull out the valve from the fridge and unplug the wire harness.
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Remove the water line from the fridge.
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To install the new inlet valve…
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Insert the water line into the fridge.
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Plug in the wire harness and place the valve in position.
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Thread and tighten the four screws securing the water line and inlet valve.
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Place the bottom panel and secure with the five screws.
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Fasten the main water line to the inlet valve.
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Turn the water back on to the appliance.
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…. and the lg refrigerator should be ready for use.