How to Troubleshoot & Replace Frigidaire AP4315853 / 5304464438 Refrigerator Compressor Run Capacitor

Followed recommendations and replaced parts. Works awesome. Got this for free spent $55 on parts. So I recommend AppliancePartsPros ultimately for any problem. 

Troubleshooting to find the cause whether it is the refrigerator that is the problem or other appliances close by or internal dry wall wiring was causing the burnt smell took time. Then I narrowed it down to the refrigerator. After which i cleaned the condenser coil and that didn't help. Then I noticed sparks in the compressor relay switch and hence I Changed the compressor relay switch and its assocaited capacitor. 

Checked on internet, followed instructions how to diagnose problem and they suggested a starter and capacitor. Ordered them, paid extra for 2 day delivery and received in 2 days, installed and it works Great!!! Thanks 

First: I'm a 74 year-young woman who considers herself a "Ms-fix-it". However, I was concerned this might be a bit of a challenge. After receiving the part and viewing the repair video twice, it was a piece of cake. It took a maximum of 20 minutes. It's important to identify and assemble all the tools you'll need: a phillips screwdriver and a nut driver were all that was needed. I also purchased a compressor run capacitor, just in case. Haven't needed the capacitor so far. I did, however, also installed a new gasket for the freezer. At present, the freezer seems to be running well; I'll give it a week to be sure. One thing I found important is to clean out the area where the motor and fan are located - you'd be surprised to discover just how much dust accumulates there which can interfere with the refrigerator's functioning. 

Removed starter to compressor and tested. No continuity. I decided to replace this part and the run capacitor, as well. The refrigerator has been running fine for 3 days, so I'm declaring this 'repaired'. 

Listened to your self help symptoms discribed matched problem with capacitor problem fixed working fine 

Tested refrigerator on other outlets w/same result. Replaced compressor run capacitor. Refrigerator is now running without any problems. 

Capistor arrived promptly and the repair went fine 

I watched the video and used the advise that was given on your site. All was very helpful. What i would have liked to have seen was a video on how to use the parts i got because the original parts have been changed. I found it funny to have advise on the easy stuff but not on the tricky bits. When you order a "relay and overload kit" you actually get a few little pieces and have to use a jump wire and that would have been very handy to see on a how to video. The replacement was easy just the wiring thing was tricky. 

Ordered the part from you and followed directions. Saved the holiday weekend with guests and a lot of food that we packed in coolers and a spare freezer. Thank you for the prompt parts delivery!!!