Upper Ice Maker Assembly Replacement
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Last updated on Nov 22, 2023
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Use this guide to replace the upper ice maker assembly in an LG refrigerator model LFX25973.
The upper ice maker provides the ice and the feed mechanism for the through-the-door ice and water dispenser. The assembly includes the upper ice maker, a backing plate, and the ice auger motor which is incorporated into the backing plate.
When it fails, the dispenser will not be able to dispense cubes or crushed ice.
What you need
Tools
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Spudger4.9
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Unplug your refrigerator before you begin your repair.
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Condenser Fan Motor
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Compressor Motor and Thermal Overload Device
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Water Supply Valve Assembly
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Pull down the latch handle to release the ice maker door.
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Swing open the ice maker door.
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Using two hands, lift up the ice bucket slightly to release it.
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Pull the bottom edge of the ice bucket toward you slightly and remove it.
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Use a #2 Philips driver to remove the three 15 mm‑long screws that secure the ice maker assembly to the refrigerator door.
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Use a spudger to lift the bottom edge of the ice maker assembly. This action will release the assembly from the refrigerator door.
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Pull the bottom edge of the ice maker assembly toward you to free it from the door.
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Lower the ice maker assembly until you can access the connector located at the top of the assembly.
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Squeeze the connector at the top of the ice maker assembly to release it.
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Pull the connector straight down to disconnect it.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers community for help.
