Introduction
Use this guide to replace the inlet valve assembly in your Whirlpool WRS315SDHW Refrigerator.
The inlet valve assembly is an electrically-controlled mechanical valve that opens to supply water to the dispenser and icemaker. If your refrigerator isn't making ice or dispensing water properly, your inlet valve assembly might be broken.
Note: Some photos show the doors removed for clarity purposes. Removing them is not required and will not change the procedure.
What you need
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Use a 1/4 inch socket wrench, or a flathead screwdriver, to remove the seven 16.2 mm-long screws securing the rear panel.
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Use a 1/4 inch socket wrench to loosen the screw securing the water hose enough for the rear panel to freely move.
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Use needle nose pliers, or your fingers, to remove the plastic clip on the inlet valve assembly.
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Push the plastic ring above the front water hose to release its clips.
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As you push the ring, pull the water hose downward to disconnect it.
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Repeat the disconnection procedure for the other water hose on the inlet valve assembly.
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Use a 1/4 inch socket wrench to remove the two 15.6 mm-long screws securing the inlet valve assembly.
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Pull the inlet valve assembly off its slot in the chassis and rest it on the floor.
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Use needle nose pliers, or your hands, to pull the blue clip off the rear water hose.
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Push the yellow plastic ring above the rear water hose to release its clips.
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As you push the ring, pull the water hose away from the inlet valve assembly to disconnect it.
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Use a flathead screwdriver, or a similar tool, to disconnect the inlet valve assembly wire connector.
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Remove the inlet valve assembly from the chassis.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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