How to Troubleshoot & Replace Lg AP4445613 / 5220FR2008F Inlet Valve Assembly

I surfed several appliance forums for the most likely problems with my washer and possible fixes. I was able to reach a consensus fairly quickly on the two most likely issues. The most likely would require a part replacement and the second most likely would require a cleaning of a "pressure" tube. I found several youtube videos on how to remove the panels on my washer, to check/replace the part that was the most likely culprit and to clean the tube that was the second most likely culprit. From the videos, these tasks looked to be fairly straight forward. I found the part easily on AppliancePartsPros.com using my washer model number and the great schematics that they have online. The part was about half the price of a basic service call in my area. I decided to give it a try and ordered the part online with my credit card. It arrived in 1 day. I took my iPad into the laundry room and sort of watched the youtube video interactively as I open up the washer, cleaned the tube and completed the part replacement. My wife ran a test wash and the problem was fixed. It took me about an hour and half to do everything including moving the washer, disconnecting electric and hoses, replacing the part and cleaning up. I figure I saved a little over $100. For me the biggest thing is that I didn't have to go through the hassle of scheduling a service call and taking off work to meet the service tech. ...and my wife thinks I'm awesome! Almost nothing disrupts marital harmony like a broke clothes washer...unless it's a broke water heater. :-) 

I opened up the washer. I was obvious where the water was coming from. I removed the part and was able to Identify the replacement part with the part number and the photo from your online site. The photo was very important. A couple parts were similar. The photo gave me a positive identification. 

Replaced both inlet water solenoid valve assemblies and not necessarily part of the issue I replaced the level switch. The washing machine worked perfectly after the repair. It only took 15 to 20 minutes to perform the repair with the simplest hand tools (Philips screwdriver & pliers for the hose clamps). 

8 days before our Griswald Family Christmas And 5 days before 9 people started arriving, I get a panic call from my wife that the LG Tromm washer would not stop filling the drum with water, even after I tell her to pull the plug. Googled this common problem and Appliance Parts Pros came up. Not only did it tell you the correct part (cold water valve 4 outlets) but also showed a video of how to install it, which was dead on. Only thing I would add to the video is to tap the lid all around the outside with your fist to loosen it. Once I got that off just follow the video. 10 minutes at the most. I ordered the part at 3:30pm on Friday with expedited service, which usually means next business day which was Monday and that's cutting it close. To my surprise 10am Saturday the part arrived. Thanks Appliance Parts Pros and FedEx for saving Christmas. 

Replaced both hot water and inlet water valves. Note, the top lid slides to the rear, not up to remove. 

In a 10 year old LG front load washer, started a cycle and did not hear the water rushing into the soap dispenser as usual, just heard intermittent humming noise. Checked on appliance parts pro, and suspected the water inlet valve(s). I did the "vending machine trick" - tipped up the front of the washer an inch and dropped it twice - viola - water started entering the machine again. The valve was sticking shut. At that point, I ordered and replaced both water inlet valves after watching the video on APP. It took longer to clean the floor from where I pulled out the washer, than it did to replace both inlets (about 20 minutes). First repair to the machine in 10 years - cannot complain. I do about 1 load of laundry a month - the Mrs does all the rest for a family of five - how ironic that it acts up when I'm doing my single monthly wash adventure (shop towels) ? I guess it soldiered on until it knew it was in the presence of someone mechanically inclined. Easy repair. 

I relaced the cold water value that allows water into the machine. It was defective. Took off the top of the washer, disconnected the cold water inlet, took off the 2 screws holding the new water valve, disconnected the wires and hoses, replaced with the new one. Worked great. 

Pulled the top of the washing machine. Hot and cold valves were readily accessible after the top was removed. Pulled the wiring harnesses and hoses of the valves. Unscrewed old valves. Put new in. Reconnected hoses and harnesses. Put top back on. No more than 20 minute job. 

I did some internet research and determined the issue was one of the water inlet valves. The water continued to fill the washer even when the panel displayed the cycle was finished. I determined it was the cold water inlet valve by shutting off the supply and the filling of the washer stopped. I ordered the part and installed it in less than 30 minutes. The issue is resolved and I am very pleased with applicancepartspros.com. 

Replaced inlet valve ordered from Appliance Parts Pros.