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Use this guide to replace the ice auger motor run capacitor on your LG model LFX25973 refrigerator.
The ice auger run capacitor allows the ice auger motor to operate and is involved in allowing the motor to have good running torque.
If the ice auger motor run capacitor fails, the ice auger will not run. Ice will not be dispensed, and crushed ice will not be available.
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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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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the three 18.4 mm‑long screws securing the control board cover.
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Tilt the top edge of the cover toward you and lift it off.
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Squeeze and pull six connectors to disconnect them:
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Five connectors from the control board
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One connector from the refrigerator
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This connector can remain connected, but no harm if it is disconnected. Remember to reconnect it if it is disconnected.
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Reposition the wiring harness away from the capacitor.
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Pull the two connectors straight off the capacitor to disconnect it.
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Information on capacitor safety.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the 18.8 mm‑long screw securing the capacitor to the refrigerator.
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Remove the capacitor.
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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.
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.
