{"id":16997,"date":"2025-04-30T12:20:38","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T19:20:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=16997"},"modified":"2026-07-14T11:49:11","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T18:49:11","slug":"how-to-replace-a-whirlpool-refrigerator-water-filter-housing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-replace-a-whirlpool-refrigerator-water-filter-housing\/","title":{"rendered":"How to replace a Whirlpool refrigerator water filter housing"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is your Whirlpool water filter not staying in place or leaking? 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Dive into our step-by-step guide, complete with a detailed how-to video, and get your fridge back in action in no time!<\/span>\r\n[\/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_video src='https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DEGlRqmwHOs' mobile_image='' attachment='' attachment_size='' format='16-9' width='16' height='9' conditional_play='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-me8nkutj']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' font_color='' color='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-me8n7mj3' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<b>Looking for the right part?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enter your appliance model number below to find the exact match and get your appliance running like new again!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[search]<\/span>\r\n[\/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_image src='https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/20250430_1513_Modern-Kitchen-Fridge_simple_compose_01jt41redqf6ytgeryabtmcv7z-1500x630.png' attachment='17116' attachment_size='featured_large' copyright='' caption='' styling='' align='center' font_size='' overlay_opacity='0.4' overlay_color='#000000' overlay_text_color='#ffffff' animation='no-animation' hover='' appearance='' link='' target='' title_attr='' alt_attr='' lazy_loading='disabled' id='' custom_class='' av_element_hidden_in_editor='0' av_uid='av-ma4bil2l' admin_preview_bg=''][\/av_image]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' font_color='' color='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-ma2rprnd' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-housing-w10862461-ap6024300.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">water filter housing assembly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is responsible for holding the water filter which provides clean and filtered water dispensed from your refrigerator. Over time, the housing assembly may develop cracks or leaks.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By following these instructions and having the necessary tools on hand, you can save time and money by performing the repair yourself. Typically, this repair should take around 30 to 60 minutes to complete so let\u2019s get started!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>Watch here: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DEGlRqmwHOs\"><b>How To: Whirlpool\/KitchenAid\/Maytag Refrigerator Water Filter Housing Assembly W10862461<\/b><\/a>\r\n\r\n<em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The information in this article may not apply to your specific appliance model. We recommend consulting your manufacturer's documentation or<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/repair-help\/\"> <b>contact us<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with any questions.<\/span><\/em>\r\n\r\n[lwptoc numeration=\"none\"]\r\n<p style=\"font-size:14.5px;margin:14px 0;font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,sans-serif\"><a href=\"#app-safety-notes\">Full safety notes below<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you'll need<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flathead screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5\/16\" nut driver<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety precautions<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always power off and unplug your appliance or switch off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by preventing any risk of injury from electric shock.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t test wiring with a multimeter for live voltage if you\u2019re unfamiliar with how to prevent short circuiting when testing.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When working with wires, avoid touching any exposed wires or terminals. If you need to touch a wire, use a non-conductive tool or wear insulating gloves to prevent electrical shock.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your time and don\u2019t rush while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work in a well-lit area so you can clearly see and access the interior parts.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear your workspace of clutter and other obstacles. Keep children and pets away from the work area.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never work on internal parts with bare wet hands. Make sure the work area is completely dry.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check your user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions for your part or appliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be gentle when handling or removing parts. Excessive force might damage the appliance or cause injury.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear insulated work gloves to protect your hands from sharp metal parts, pinching hazards and debris.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear safety glasses when working with chemicals, dust or cleaning large debris to prevent injury.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacement steps<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open both doors of the refrigerator to have better access to the filter area.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the toe grill by gripping it at the bottom and pulling it straight out.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Locate the two 5\/16 inch screws that secure the filter housing and use a 5\/16 inch nut driver to remove them.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly pull out the water filter housing assembly, exposing the two water lines.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place a towel underneath the assembly to catch any water that may spill out.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify the locking collars, one red and one white, and remove them using a flat blade screwdriver.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set them aside as they will be used with the new water filter housing assembly.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the flat blade screwdriver to disconnect the water lines by gently prying them out.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press in the locking collars and remove the tubing one at a time.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the towel and set it aside.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prepare the new water filter housing assembly by mounting the red locking ring on the larger tube and the white locking ring on the smaller tube.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insert the thin hose into the bottom connector of the assembly so that it is fully inserted.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat the same process with the top connector, inserting the hose fully.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the new water filter housing assembly back under the refrigerator. Make sure that the foam support is in place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Align the holes at the bottom of the assembly and secure it with the two 5\/16 inch screws using a nut driver.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reinstall the toe grill by aligning the pins on the sides with the brackets at the bottom and pressing it in.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insert the filter into the housing, aligning the arrows on the filter with the direction indicated on the housing.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push the filter in until it is fully seated. Close both refrigerator doors.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug in the refrigerator and open the water supply to check for any leaks.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Congratulations! You have successfully replaced the water filter housing assembly in your Whirlpool refrigerator.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional information<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for reading! We hope this guide helped you replace the water filter housing on your Whirlpool refrigerator.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you still need some replacement parts, grab your model number and head over to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We offer over two million parts and most orders arrive in two business days. 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