Ordered a replacement. It was defective (water in ice tray would dump out right after being filled). Called AppliancePartsPros.com call center and a gentleman by the name of Mark E. upon hearing my problem, was very helpful in getting me a 2nd replacement part out me the very next day.
By this time, disassembling the ice maker was a lot easier and faster since my husband was now gaining some experience at it. . Thank you Mark E. for your great service. The icemaker works perfectly.