Top-Mount Refrigerator Repair guides

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How to replace an electronic control board on the back of a refrigerator
January 12, 2021

How to replace an electronic control board on the back of a refrigerator

If your refrigerator isn't running, an electronic control board failure could be the problem. A service technician can d…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a refrigerator water valve
July 20, 2015

How to replace a refrigerator water valve

Replace the water valve that feeds water to the ice maker and water dispenser if it no longer controls the flow of water…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the evaporator fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the evaporator fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator

The evaporator fan motor blows air across the evaporator coils and through the refrigerator cabinet for cooling. Replace…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the compressor start relay in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the compressor start relay in a top-freezer refrigerator

The compressor start relay starts the compressor and shuts it off if the motor overheats. Replace the start relay if it'…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a refrigerator temperature control thermostat
July 20, 2015

How to replace a refrigerator temperature control thermostat

This helpful refrigerator repair guide explains how to replace the temperature control thermostat in a refrigerator.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the condenser fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the condenser fan motor in a top-freezer refrigerator

The condenser fan is in the machine compartment of the refrigerator next to the compressor. It moves air across the cond…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the defrost heater in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the defrost heater in a top-freezer refrigerator

The refrigerator defrost heater melts frost from the freezer’s evaporator fins. Replace the defrost heater if it doesn't…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace the water inlet valve in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the water inlet valve in a top-freezer refrigerator

The water inlet valve controls water flow to the ice maker. Replace the water valve if it doesn't open or shut properly.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to install an ice maker kit in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to install an ice maker kit in a top-freezer refrigerator

The ice maker kit is an optional accessory for refrigerators. Install the ice maker kit in a refrigerator that doesn't h…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the defrost bi-metal thermostat in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the defrost bi-metal thermostat in a top-freezer refrigerator

The defrost bi-metal thermostat is a safety device attached to the evaporator coil. The defrost bi-metal thermostat shut…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the compressor run capacitor in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the compressor run capacitor in a top-freezer refrigerator

The run capacitor sends electric current to the compressor motor to help the motor run efficiently. Replace the run capa…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the defrost thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the defrost thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator

The defrost thermistor attaches to the evaporator coil and measures the evaporator coil temperature during defrost.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the electronic control board inside a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the electronic control board inside a top-freezer refrigerator

The electronic control board is the "brains" of the refrigerator. Replace the electronic control board if it fails.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the thermistor in a top-freezer refrigerator

The thermistor monitors the temperature inside the refrigerator compartment. Replace the thermistor if it isn't detectin…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace the light switch in a top-freezer refrigerator
July 20, 2015

How to replace the light switch in a top-freezer refrigerator

The light switch turns the refrigerator light on and off and monitors door position. Replace the light switch if it does…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less

Symptoms for top-mount refrigerators

Main causes: frozen or clogged defrost drain tube, cracked water system tubing…

Articles and videos for top-mount refrigerators

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a GE Refrigerator

See how to install the water filter on your GE refrigerator, no matter the filter type or refrigerator style.…

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Maytag Refrigerator

No matter what style Maytag refrigerator you have, we can walk you through replacing the water filter.…

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

Learn about all the convenient features on our Sears PartsDirect website that make your parts purchases easier.…