How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP3607217 / 8009 Appliance Light Bulb

Got up and had a cup of coffee while I got tools ready. I followed Simon's instruction video for all of the components. It was a great help. I did some "nook and cranny" cleaning as I went through the installation process. Always nice to have a clean stove. With the instructions and a couple of cups of coffee it was done in about an hour, with most of the time spent cleaning. 

Ordered the part and replaced the bulb. Pretty easy fix and shipping was fast. 

Screwed the new bulb in the socket. 

Replaced damper control. Replacement was easy after watching the process in an Appliancepartspros how-to video. It took just a few minutes to pry off the vent cover, and remove the following items: the two screws holding the panel in front of the damper control, the panel itself, and finally the damper control assembly. After unplugging the damper control, reverse the process to reassemble it. Damper now operates quietly. 

I purchased and installed a new thermostat, heater coil, and defroster. I watched the videos to help with the installation. I found the videos very helpful. I looked under the refrigerator and found the coils and fan were covered with dust and lint. I cleaned then off with a air blower and vacuum cleaner, this helped and probably solved my problem also. 

Replaced ice maker and replaced rusted dishwasher racks. 

You-Tube got me started, and I came upon DIY solutions by A.P.P. about the connecting wires. It was exactly what else I needed, and put in an order. If I had known about A.P.P. beforehand, they have the replacement element for a better $. Will keep them in mind for sure, for the next appliance DIY. 

Replaced the parts and bulbs. 

Replaced the Refrigerator Damper Assembly. 

Ordered a new igniter ,watched video and replaced the old igniter ,off and running in short order