Karen for Model Number Whirlpool Refrigerator ED5VHGXML13 I am having a hard time getting the old icemaker out. It does not unplug easily from the inside of the refrigerator, as the replacements show. It was factory installed. Should I force the plug out of the side? I am going to try to only replace the control module, but that may not work, and then I will have to figure out how to take the old unit out.
Answer Karen, You may find it easier to dismount the icemaker first, (three screws) Loosen the two screws holding the icemaker mold to the wall at the top of the icemaker mold, remove the screw on the bottom, holding the mold to the wall. Slide the assembly up and off the top screws, and arrange the assembly so you can access the wire harness. There should be retainer clips on the top and bottom of the plastic connector, you need to press and release the retainer clips and carefully pull out on the connector, then remove the assembly. Trying to dislocate the harness from the side of the control module is another option, but be careful and don't damage the connector, and make sure you unplug the power cord or turn the power off to the fridge first, you don't want to short anything or shock yourself. You should remove the icemaker from the refrigerator, whenever you work on the icemaker, it's a lot easier, and more efficient. Thanks and Good Luck Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Tuesday, November 29, 2011