{"id":19004,"date":"2025-06-18T06:10:42","date_gmt":"2025-06-18T13:10:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=19004"},"modified":"2026-07-14T12:41:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T19:41:18","slug":"whirlpool-fridge-icemaker-w10873791-easy-replacement-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/whirlpool-fridge-icemaker-w10873791-easy-replacement-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Whirlpool Fridge Icemaker W10873791 Easy Replacement Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ice maker not working in your Whirlpool fridge? Follow this guide to replace the W10873791 assembly and restore ice production fast.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":19336,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_aviaLayoutBuilderCleanData":"[av_textblock size='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' font_color='' color='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-mek0sriy' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Is your Whirlpool refrigerator leaving you high and dry with no ice? Don't fret! If you've already ruled out common culprits like water supply issues and thermostat settings, it's time to tackle the ice maker assembly with confidence. Our step-by-step guide, complete with a handy how-to video, will show you exactly how to replace this crucial part and get those ice cubes flowing once more.<\/span>\r\n[\/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_video src='https:\/\/youtu.be\/VPikEbcI4is' mobile_image='' attachment='' attachment_size='' format='16-9' width='16' height='9' conditional_play='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-mek0sj5q']\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\/06\/20250617_1456_Refrigerator-Ice-Bin-Access_simple_compose_01jxzkze47ftfst2x40jkb0f1j-1500x630.png' attachment='19336' 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-16z14xo' 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-mbqrer8q' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is your Whirlpool refrigerator not making ice like it used to, or maybe not at all? If you've already checked the basics (like water supply and temperature) and still no luck, your ice maker assembly might be bad. The good news is that replacing it with part W10873791 is something you can handle without a service call. In this guide, we\u2019ll walk you through the steps to remove the old ice maker and install the new one so you can get the ice flowing again. Let\u2019s dive in and fix it up!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<b>Watch here: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/VPikEbcI4is\"><b>How to replace ice maker in a refrigerator<\/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;\">Tools and materials needed<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Philips screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\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;\">1\/4 inch nut driver<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Needle nose pliers<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-icemaker-w10873791-ap6026347.html\"><b>Ice maker assembly part #W10873791<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- Take your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-find-your-appliances-model-number\/\"><b>model number<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to locate the correct part for your unit.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety first\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When working on any appliance, always keep safety first to avoid personal injury or damage to the appliance or parts. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind:<\/span>\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 you attempt any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by preventing any risk of electric shock.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your time while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries. Rushing is the enemy of precision.<\/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 appliance parts.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your workspace free 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 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 the user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions related to your appliance or replacement part.\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 personal 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 and debris.<\/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;\">If your appliance has any parts that hold water, turn off the water supply at the outlet before beginning repairs. Keep towels ready to catch any residual water in the system when removing parts.<\/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 the freezer door.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press down on the latch to open the ice bin.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift the ice bin straight out to remove it.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws that hold the panel on the housing.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift up on the cover and pull it slightly out to expose the wiring.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the tab on the connector to disconnect the wire harness for the switch.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set the cover aside.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the tab on the ice maker wire harness to disconnect it.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the wire harness from the three clips on top of the ice maker.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disconnect the LED light wire harness by pressing the tab on the connector and pulling it apart.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a 1\/4-inch nut driver to remove the screws on the bottom of the ice maker.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull the ice maker up and out of the door.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install the New Ice Maker and LED Light<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the LED light from the old unit by pressing the tab on the connector with a flat-head screwdriver and pulling it out.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insert the LED light into the side of the new ice maker.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Line it up with the opening, insert it from the bottom, and snap it into place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Line up the ice maker with the mounting tabs on the door.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure all wire harnesses are out of the way.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a 1\/4-inch nut driver to install the screws that secure the ice maker to the door.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connect all wire harnesses, ensuring they are secure.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure the wire harness in the three clips on the top of the ice maker.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reinstall the Cover Panel and Ice Bin<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Line up the cover and reconnect the wire harness connector.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide the bottom in and press the top into place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a Phillips screwdriver to secure the panel on the back with screws.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install the ice bin.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Close the freezer door.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restore Power and Test<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug the appliance back into the power outlet.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn the circuit breaker back on.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allow the ice maker to run through several cycles.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verify that the new unit dispenses ice properly.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More information<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for reading! We hope this guide helped you replace the ice maker in 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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