How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP6005463 / WP12544002 Primary Water Inlet Valve

I found a puddle of water under the refrigerator and traced the leak to the where the water inlet hose connects to the water valve. Although the videos I viewed did not address our specific refrigerator they were similar enough to mine that I felt confident I could replace the valve and hose without much trouble. I also went through enough of the steps for removal before I ordered the part that I knew I could perform the work. The part arrived quickly and I was able to do the work in 15 minutes. So far, no problems! 

Purchased new valve 

Read a lot of online stories and determine the most likely cause was from a water inlet valve. Watched the helpful videos and ordered the parts (elected to replace both primary and secondary valves at the same time while working back there). Parts arrived on time, they were the right parts. So far no water leak! We are excited to get ice for the first time this year! Great experience and I will look here first for all our future part needs. 

Ordered primary and secondary water inlet valves. Swapped out the old for the new in less than 30 minutes. Easy. Got back water and ice and lost that funny freaking noise that must have been one of the failed valves. 

I replaced the water intake valve by taking off the backing of the fridge, removing the old valve and with a few turns of nuts and screws I was able to install the new valve. Way easier than I thought it would be. My husband held the flash light. I was quite proud of myself and we saved a ton of money. 

Called around locally for the part (older fridge) & everywhere I called was charging $200 or more and only one location had it in stock. Found it online at APP & could ship same day! I kept the water source off while I had to leave town on Saturday and when I got back on Sun., the part was delivered, and I had it installed and up & working before our tee times on Sunday at noon. Very happy! 4 screws held the back door cover, 1 screw for the inlet valve & a few electrical clips, very easy & the video you had posted showed all I needed. 

Replaced it. 

Having replaced this water valve approximately three years ago, I was able to install the new valve with no issues. The video was also helpful in jarring my memory. 

Order new part. 

Primary water valve was leaking. Very easy repair.