How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP4453077 / W10271509 Ice Auger Motor

Ordered the part above, unplugged fridge, pulled 6 screws and installed part. Super easy and saved $100 by not calling a “repairman “. The rubber drive shaft seal is very important, original fridge didn’t have one which is what caused the motor to go bad. 

Using the videos and some dismantling of the unit, I was able to identify and order all the parts from this site. I cross-checked other sites and they were cheaper here. All the parts came within 48 hours and I was able to install them. The unit works like new now. thanks 

Easily replaced it myself and saved over $200 doing so after I received an estimate to do work. 

Replaced ice dispenser auger motor. 

Replace ice maker and auger motor. 

The serial number off my Kitchen Aid refrigerator, ordered a new ice maker motor, watched the video. 

Purchased a new motor, I had to remove 6 screws and a unattach the wiring harness. Installed new motor and re attached the wire harness. 15 minute fix! Very easy R&R. 

Once I looked at the instruction sheet that came with the replacement motor I figured out how to remove the old motor. It was from the inside of the door - accessible from underneath the motor. Undo a couple screws to remove the cover, chip away the ice and it's right there. So easy to replace. 

Ordered the part. looked at your video on you tube. Easy as 1-2-3. Thanks 

When I pressed the lever to dispense the ice, I could hear the micro switch click so suspected the motor was faulty. I watched a video produced by appliance parts pros showing how to replace the motor. I then telephoned them and ordered the motor that afternoon. The motor arrived the next day and was fitted in less than 5 minutes. Now working again. Simple.