Introduction
Use this guide to replace the inlet valve assembly in your Whirlpool 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.
This guide will work for most Whirlpool refrigerators. This guide is written with a model WRS315SDHW refrigerator. If you have a different model, you may encounter some minor disassembly differences, but the overall repair process will be the same.
Note: Some photos show the doors removed for clarity purposes. Removing them is not required and will not change the procedure.
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Remove the screw(s) securing the rear panel.
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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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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 any wire connectors attached to the inlet valve assembly.
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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.
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