Michael J Lewisville , TX April 11, 2022 Appliance: Kenmore Refrigerator 10677292790 Kenmore Refrigerator 10677292790: Water leak at valve. How to replace Water Inlet Valve. I replaced the Water Inlet Valve, but I shouldn't have. Before you replace this, ensure that the water outlet in the upper unit isn't frozen. Mine was. This drastically increased the pressure on the water valve to the point it started leaking. Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes