{"id":3432,"date":"2023-08-14T07:51:58","date_gmt":"2023-08-14T14:51:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=3432"},"modified":"2026-07-14T08:05:01","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T15:05:01","slug":"how-to-replace-a-water-inlet-valve-whilrpool-refrigerators","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-replace-a-water-inlet-valve-whilrpool-refrigerators\/","title":{"rendered":"How to replace water inlet valve WP2315576 in a Whirlpool \/ KitchenAid \/ Maytag refrigerator"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to replace a Whirlpool, Maytag or KitchenAid refrigerator water inlet valve with this easy guide!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":3433,"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-mdexwdnj' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Struggling with a refrigerator that won't dispense water or produce ice? It's likely a faulty water inlet valve, but don't worry\u2014this is a common issue that you can easily fix yourself. 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Over time, the valve can deteriorate or become damaged, which can prevent water from being dispensed and ice from being made.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacing the water inlet valve is generally a quick and easy repair that most homeowners can accomplish on their own. With some basic tools, it should take less than 30 minutes to remove the old valve and install the new one.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By following the steps in this guide, you can restore water flow to your fridge. Let's get started!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-valve-solenoid-single-wp2315576-ap6007253.html\"><b>replacement water inlet valve here<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you need other <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/refrigerator-parts.html\">replacement parts for your<\/a><\/strong><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/refrigerator-parts.html\"><strong>\u00a0refrigerator<\/strong><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>,<\/strong> just enter your model number at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find them. It\u2019s that easy! Most orders arrive in just two business days, and we have thousands of guides to show you how to install your new parts.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UsQY6hUJhEw\"><b>Watch the full repair here<\/b><\/a>\r\n\r\n<i><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 contact us with any questions.<\/span><\/i>\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><\/h2>\r\n[\/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_image src='https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/how-to-replace-a-whirlpool-refrigerator-water-inlet-valve-1087x430.png' attachment='3433' attachment_size='featured' 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-lkln4jjp' admin_preview_bg=''][\/av_image]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class='default' icon_select='yes' icon='ue808' position='center' shadow='no-shadow' height='50' custom_border='av-border-thin' custom_width='50px' custom_margin_top='30px' custom_margin_bottom='30px' custom_border_color='' custom_icon_color='' av-desktop-hide='' av-medium-hide='' av-small-hide='' av-mini-hide='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-9c5ew']\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-lklmwrt9' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<h2><!-- wp:heading --><\/h2>\r\n<h2><strong>What you'll need<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\r\n<ul>\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;\">Flathead screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Towels<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacement part<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work gloves<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-valve-solenoid-single-wp2315576-ap6007253.html\"><b>New water inlet valve<\/b><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<b>Read more: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-find-your-appliances-model-number\/\"><b>How To Find Your Appliance\u2019s Model Number<\/b><\/a>\r\n<h2><strong>Safety precautions<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When working on any appliance, remember to keep safety first. Here are some tips to keep in mind:\u00a0<\/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 eliminating any risk of electric shock.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the appliance has recently been used, give it plenty of time to cool down before working on it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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 \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. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">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 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 ha<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ndling 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;\">Always take photos or make a note of wiring terminals or other connections before disconnecting them to make reassembly easier.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<\/span><b>Read more: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-safely-move-your-appliances\/\"><b>How To Safely Move Your Appliances<\/b><\/a>\r\n<h2><strong>How to replace the water inlet valve<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow these steps to change out the water inlet valve in your Whirlpool, KitchenAid or Maytag refrigerator.<\/span>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unplug the refrigerator from the power outlet.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.<\/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 holding the rear access panel. Start with the screw holding the ground wire.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift the access panel out from the refrigerator.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a flathead screwdriver to pry the plugs off the old water inlet valve and disconnect it.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull off the line cover that protects the water line tubes.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the screwdriver to remove the screw holding the water line bracket.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place a towel underneath the water line tubes to catch any dripping water.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the locking collar on the water line tube and pull the tube out.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull the water line tube out of the bracket.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the old water inlet valve by turning it over and pulling it out.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push the water line tube into the inlet on the new water valve.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insert the new water inlet valve into place and push it in all the way.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insert the water line tube back into the bracket and pull any excess line out.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure the water valve to the access panel bracket with the screw.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clip the line cover back over the water line and valve.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connect the power plug for the new valve.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install the rear access panel and secure it with the screws.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug the refrigerator back in and turn on the water supply.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let the refrigerator run for several hours and test it to make sure the new water inlet valve works correctly.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<b>Read more: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/top-5-tips-for-diagnosing-appliance-problems\/\"><b>Top 5 Tips for Troubleshooting Appliance Problems<\/b><\/a>\r\n<h2><strong>More for you<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for reading! We hope this guide helped you replace the water inlet valve on your Whirlpool, KitchenAid or Maytag 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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