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Kenmore Refrigerator light not working
If your refrigerator light not working or the fridge light is out, start with the parts the page lists first: the light assembly can fail, but before you buy an assembly check the bulb since a burned-out bulb is an easy fix and should be replaced first. A faulty dispenser control board is less likely but can kill a dispenser light, so look for burn marks or use a multimeter to see if the board is sending voltage. Next check the light switch and the door switch for continuity with a multimeter, and verify the light socket is getting power; if the socket has power but the bulb still won’t light, the socket is the culprit. These steps cover the common causes of refrigerator interior light not working and will get you pointed to the right replacement part. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement part for your specific refrigerator and get the right bulb, socket, switch, board, or full light assembly.
01 - Kenmore Refrigerator Light Assembly
The light assembly might be defective. Some manufacturers don’t sell the light assembly components separately, and instead require you to purchase the light assembly.
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02 - Kenmore Refrigerator Light Bulb
The light bulb might be out. Replace the light bulb before replacing any of the other parts associated with the light bulb.
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03 - Kenmore Refrigerator Dispenser Control Board
While it's not a likely cause, a defective dispenser control board could be responsible for a dispenser light not working. You can inspect the board for signs of burning or a shorted-out component. You can also use a multimeter to determine if the board is sending voltage to the dispenser light's plug-in connecter. If no voltage is present, you'll know the board is defective and will need to be replaced.
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04 - Kenmore Refrigerator Light Switch
To determine if the light switch is defective, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. If the light switch does not have continuity, replace it.
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05 - Kenmore Refrigerator Door Switch
To determine if the door switch is defective, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. If the door switch does not have continuity when activated, replace it.
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06 - Kenmore Refrigerator Light Socket
To determine if the light socket is defective, use a multimeter to determine if the socket is getting power. If the socket is getting power, but the light bulb won’t work, this indicates that the light socket is defective. If the light socket is defective, replace it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my refrigerator light not working when I open the door?
Fridge light out: can I replace just the bulb or do I need the whole light assembly?
How do I test the light switch, door switch, or light socket?
Refrigerator control board troubleshooting: my dispenser light is out but the interior light works. Could the dispenser control board be bad?
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