All Installation Instructions for LG Refrigerator 72042

Replace the light switch for the refrigerator

Cover the putty knife with tape so you do not scratch the side wall where the switch is located. Slide the knife under the edge of the switch and push in a bit towards the switch and slightly twist to pop the switch out of its hole. Disconnect the wires from the switch and simply plug in the new switch. Push wiring back into the hole and careful push the switch into the hole until it snaps into place.

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Refrigerator Door Switch

Karyn from DURHAM, NH
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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the light did not work when door was opened. At first it would flicker then off completely.

My son just pried out the old switch with a screw driver snapped out the old one and snapped in the new one. Pretty sure even I could have done this. Very quick and easy. Thanks. :-)

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Refrigerator Door Switch

Alma from Winterport, ME
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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old gasket was damaged

i removed old and installed new gasket in 5 minutes. i watched a video. it was super easy .

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Door Gasket

Maria from TEQUESTA, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Lower ice maker water feed froze and caused leak. Needed new water valve.

Took pics of original install, removed old valve, water tubes & plugs. Installed new valve, reconnected electronic plugs, water tubes, turned water back on and all has been well since. Thank you for your timely delivery!

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Water Inlet Valve Assembly

Thomas from YORKTOWN, VA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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In Door Ice Bin with built-in ice dispenser drive wheel gear broke when dispensing the ice.

I replaced the whole self-contained unit. I removed the old ice bin simply by lifting it out of the door and replacing it with a new one directly under the ice maker. It was a simple fix; no tools or service tech were required.

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ICE BUCKET

Steven J from Phoenix, AZ
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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The old ice maker had cracked and broken, and would no longer make ice.

Six screws to remove the old one (I looked up the process on Youtube) and six screws had it back in tip top shape.
Three wire connections, two were plug in and one was a ground wire.
BTW: It was a 3 wire, not a 6 wire. I had ordered that by mistake and PartSelect made the return and replacement very easy.

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Ice Maker Assembly - 6 Wire

Ron from MCKINNEY, TX
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Ice buildup in corner of freezer.

Reviewed instructions on YouTube. Removed storage box.Removed Philips head screw on either side of track. Lifted door and placed it on table. Using a flat blade screwdriver removed old gasket (it did not looked damaged). Pressed new gasket into groove in door. Replaced door onto track and replaced screws. Replaced storage box. No more ice buildup.

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Door Gasket

Louis from BOYNTON BEACH, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Refrigerator light had a short in it and would randomly work

Unplugged the fridge. Used a screwdriver to loosen the switch. Easy to disconnect from fridge and just plugged the new switch in. Popped right back into the side of the fridge and worked perfectly.

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Refrigerator Door Switch

Tammy from HAGERSTOWN, MD
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Cold water control rusty and leaking water

Removed old part very easily and installed the new part without any problems. Used and adjustable wrench and screwdriver

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Refrigerator Lever Spring

Homer from MARION, VA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)

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Valve assembly leaked

The assembly sent is different than what is on the unit. The connectors do not match. We called and it seems you don’t have the correct part. The only part we have found will only connect the ice maker or the water. It will be a shame if I have to buy a new refrigerator.

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Water Inlet Valve Assembly

Richard from TORRANCE, CA
Difficulty Level:
Very Difficult
Total Repair Time:
More than 2 hours

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Slow water for drinking

Just like on YouTube very easy to do

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Water Inlet Valve Assembly

Steven from SEBASTIAN, FL
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Wrench set

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Replace water valve

I waited for 2 weeks for a professional appliance repairman to fix my water leak. He kept telling me he was trying to get the part. I finally gave up on him and ordered the part online. Only took a few minutes for the repair. Got the part via mail in 3 days.

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