How to Fix Whirlpool Refrigerator Not Getting Cold Cheap and Easy

[@calvinyoung1771]

Thank you!! My part was $20 but, slightly differing but everything else was spot on. I went from this video, heard the 'click', identified the part number and amazon had it to me the next day. $20 to fix it! Thank you again!!

[@patriciapieton8644]

Matt, THANK YOU for this video, saved me a load of time and patience to fix my unit.!

[@backerjet6761]

👍 very helpful video buddy, easy fix. I went to local appliance repair shop for the part. was worried the price would be way more than I found on Amazon. To my surprise only $5.00 more, I was more than willing to pay that for an immediate fix, instead of a weeks wait. Thanks buddy

[@georgecaceres7396]

I like to thank you for the videos. Very educational I fix my refrigerator just following your steps U make me a hero with my wife. thanks man

[@rodneysmith4889]

Best video yet. Very helpful and to the point.

[@callalloo2000]

Wow! You are amazing! I bet soooo many fridges r thrown away bc stupid techs just say your compressor is bad instead of replacing the relay start!

[@user-bs1zy6hp6j]

Thank you. I will try to take that part out and see if it's the problem.

[@shaniaa9287]

Thank you. Appreciate you taking the time to teach me ❤

[@reneebaptisteHAWAII]

Will try tomorrow I was wondering what to do if fan isn’t working, the problem is that my seals are shitty so my family sometimes leaves it open on accident and then I have to take everything out to defrost and usually it goes back to normal but now the ice box and freezer both aren’t getting too cold , so you think it’s the relay part you just fixed? Will try tomorrow to try and check like your video it was super helpful and gave me confidence lol mahalo ❤

[@ATLTRANSPORTER2]

My relay looks different but I think I am going to give this a try. Compressor or fan is not running

[@rayjayme3978]

Thank you for your video, fixed my problem. Saved me so much trouble and money.😀

[@deniseunknown4576]

I really hope this is my issue. I’ll be back if not 😂. Thank you so much. I really don’t want to consider a new refrigerator. Appreciate this video.

[@artymowski]

FYI, I have a Whirlpool too, but it was not that issue that was the problem. It turns out it has a slow leak in the system. In California the tech won't try recharging the system. Basically, they recommend sending it out to the landfill, they won't fix it. Total waste of resources, everything is being made to last a few years now. I've had several talks with the local refrigeration technicians, they say most of the newer friges fail, due to plumbing not electronics: pin hole leaks, expansion crack etc.

[@marygreene5584]

I found your video very helpful. My start relay seems to be fine. The problem with mine is both sides of my double door warm's up and it will cool and freeze on the freezer side and cool on the fridge side without warning. How do I know when to give up on this fridge. Manufacture date 08/09

[@nertavobedarancharanjr.7836]

Awesome job well explained in detail saved a lot from hiring a technician to changed the part

[@midwestblondie]

It's very important to keep your appliances at the proper temperatures. Keep the refrigerator temperature at or below 40° F (4° C). The freezer temperature should be 0° F (-18° C). Check temperatures periodically. If the temperatures aren't kept at the proper settings the more chance Listeria, a bacterium that causes foodborne illness, can grow, especially if the refrigerator temperature is above the safe temperature. Thermometers are the best way of knowing these temperatures and are generally inexpensive.

[@Sckat28]

Duh. This isn’t about proper food temperatures 🤪

[@johnmac4843]

Matt, Hi Old Male 75 yrs Pensioner here from Australia. Just watched your Video. I have a Upright Freezer / Fridge - NEC possibly 2009 yr. Being working alright. I overloaded to top Freezer and it stopped freezing. I removed all from the back compartment so the Vents could operate. At that stage the Fridge compartment was working. But now the Fan in the Freezer section is working and food is frozen, BUT OMG the Fridge compartment is not cooling? I have removed the rear bottom cover which was caked in fluff and inside I thoroughly vacuum all out. But with no avail still no cooling to the Fridge section. Is there a certain tricky method I can apply DIY to save paying for a professional to look see. Your suggestion or ideas would be greatly appreciated indeed. John

[@RossCallen2028]

Awesome! well explained! Thanks!

[@Bluezee1]

Good info. Gonna give this a try

[@decentralizedplanet482]

Super easy straight to the point video bro! 👊🏾 about to order this part asap and try

[@mannyk1986]

Is it a start relay issue if the freezer is working just fine, but the other compartment is not cooling?

[@hopefullyhelpful1]

I think you should've mentioned cleaning out all the dust in the back of your refrigerator also.

[@AliWeighsB4AliBuys]

He mentioned that straight up at 1:16

[@sovank.4953]

Thank you for this great video. You save me alot of money and time.

[@SwissNoobWatches]

Thanks👍✨✨It Work The lights were Blinking and Compressor not Working turn Off Breakers for 10 minutes It Work thanks

[@robbernath]

Do you know how to get air flow to improve from both the fridge and freezer vents? My compressor and fan both run fine (I have a 2006 Whirlpool side-by-side) but the fridge side vent only releases a very small amount of cool air, even on setting 4 or 5. The freezer air flow is stronger but still not consistently keeping food frozen. I just replaced the thermostat/temperature control with the assistance of another DIY video, thinking that was the issue but the situation didn't improve. Any suggestions are appreciated.

[@joycedulude7755]

Matt, I have a Frigidaire top freezer fridge. My fridge temp is normal but the top freezer is too cold.. rock hard ice cream. I’ve found the small temp slider but it was frozen so I put a little hot water to loosen it. I then put the lever all the way down. It is still too cold. When I back in to check the lever, it was frozen again. Hope u can help! Remember, the fridge is good.

[@justmadeit2]

Also another question, where does the long thin metal capillary tube on the thermostat attach to in the fridge as its hidden from view once inserted ?

[@helookalikaman79]

my side by side started to go crazy, wouldn't keep a constant tempurature.. Replaced the Refrigerator Evaporator Motor it improved but still not 100%... we also changed the Chest Freezer Run Capacitor but it made the refrigerator worse so we put the old one back in... improved but not working right... during moving to another home it dropped about 1 foot, nothing major... now the freezer is the temp of the refrigerator, and the refrigerator is a bit cold but cannot trust... We need this refrigerator to last a little bit longer till we can afford to replace... Thank You....

[@oppsmadness3320]

Hey my refrigerator is weird I was pulling it out to check it out from the back since it hasn’t be cooling and it turned on magically. What could it be

[@h3nr1m]

My compressor just hot. Freezer working but top shleves warm. I dont understand shouldi worry?

[@elia7597]

Good looking out

[@cindymorgan3649]

Matt my name is Cindy I replaced the relay switch Ido hear it humming but not sure bout it cooling plz help

[@saffron4441]

Would this be the cause if my freezer is cooling, but it seems constantly but the refrigerator portion isn't getting cold, and I've already tried cleaning any ice that could be blocking.. so in other words, freezer is still blowing cold, but constantly and fridge is not cooling.

[@baldbeautiful6950]

That’s exactly what mine is doing also ripping this fridge apart in the morning and seeing if this the problem. Glad to have him show us this praying this the problem

[@dashriprock4308]

No one has an answer.

[@MYARMYOFNONE]

How do you clean the coils

[@gregscott4479]

Wipe them down... not rocket science... also his machine compartment and all that dust/dirt is the culprit for why his start relay went bad... If you have animals you need to vacuum out that area once every 6 months.. get a condenser brush and use that and a shop vac, do it with the unit unplugged

[@cateringbyceleste85]

Thank you so much this video was so helpful and exactly what I needed

[@fredquadrato3750]

That's exactly how mine is acting... Thank you

[@erinmiranda5776]

would that also make the freezer not work that start relay

[@annieessig9941]

Matt do u know what would be causing a whirlpool refrigerator the freezer is fine nut the refrigerator on top won't go past 5q degrees & it making a buzzing sound? Thx

[@rosemaryguglielmelli6569]

Hello Matt....so love this easy to understand video...is there a way to tell if the jazz board is bad as well? I am about to take the relay switch off...but was wondering if that doesnt work or if it is fine...could the jazz board be the issue and is there a way to tell if it is functioning properly. All parts in back seem to be working, fans, lights, etc...but freezer and fridge are not cooling at all...totally warm...I've tried all the reset ideas, nothing has worked...now I am going to try this....thanks

[@jovy.0x_rodriguez595]

Same that's happening !

[@spocagain]

Congratulations on 6k subs!

[@mattsbigdream]

Thanks bro!!!

[@anonymoususer8046]

Greatness man... thanks a lot for these vids 😎

[@baldbeautiful6950]

Omg I’m tempted to remove mine right now at 11p and see if that’s my problem so I can order the part I pray this the issue I do not want to spend too much on this fridge

[@ilidianicholas7184]

My compressor is running I can hear it. But my fridge is not that cold. I cleaned the coils, and fan is running fine underneath. I’m not sure what else could be wrong. Any ideas?

[@janaybetraveling4281]

Same here

[@brandonpanduro3839]

What was the issue

[@KaranSingh-kp3io]

@@janaybetraveling4281 were u able to figure it out?

[@spinnerrossi]

Same issue here. Only gets to 40° but freezer is fine

[@KaranSingh-kp3io]

@@spinnerrossi it was the circuit board

[@user-ol2yr5ke4e]

Mine is not coming off for anything I have the same little black tab to pull up it won't budge just wiggly. Any advice?

[@positivevibesandsounds6925]

Thanks for sharing!!!

[@britratliff9336]

Mine is doing that too but the fan shuts off when it click? My compressor is hot as well. Can you help? My fridge isn't even that old. Manufactured in 2019 bought in 2020 sat in storage a few months. Been using it almost 2 years now. I'm a single mother, I can't afford to buy a new refrigerator. If you could help, that'd be GREATLY appreciated ☺️

[@berthou73]

Thank you sir !

[@josephbernard4211]

Recharging tube getting oil from it wat would be the reason and not cooling compressor getting hot

[@rickythompson6154]

Matt thank you

[@TheMrsmcp]

Hi - we can't get the plastic cover off the case that protect the start relay. ANY ADVICE? We tried brut force!!

[@johnk815]

My refrigerator is 48* and freezer is 22* so too warm. Could this be the problem for me? Thanks

[@criderpower]

Thanks

[@hfsthjg5625]

how do i clean coils under refidgerator

[@deborahgreen6795]

Mine as 4 prongs can’t find it, it’s only on the one side at the bottom 2 white and 2 black.

[@truckeejp]

Was the compressor hot or cold?

[@MikeRussell517]

What if I don’t hear it clicking? What else could it be?

[@tracy5389]

My part # is 1108190, and I can’t seem to find it, would you know if there is another # that is the same as mine?

[@ianpadilla4933]

I can't find the part on Amazon can you post a link or a part number

[@justmadeit2]

Matt, a question, my start relay had some heat burn marks around it, would that mean its faulty ? Ive been having probs with my fridge freezer, the fridge thermostat wasnt working as it should even though i replaced it with the correct thermostat. Any advice appreciated on what to try next, should i get a relay. Thanks

[@tracytedder5975]

Can that circuit be checked?

[@rich2376]

When my refrigerator is plugged into the electrical outlet behind the fridge, the fridge starts up, runs a few minutes and then the compressor shuts down. I change plugs on the same outlet, same thing. I take an extension cord and plug the fridge into an outlet in another room in the house, and the refrigerator works fine. I tried going to the electrical box and resetting the power and the outlet behind the fridge worked about 15 minutes and then the condenser shut down. Why would the fridge work fine using another electrical outlet in the house? Thank you.

[@rustictrough8814]

Did you find an answer to this? Mine is doing something similar. Thanks for your help

[@rich2376]

@@rustictrough8814 one day I had the refrigerator pulled out and I swept some dust up, then I took a broom and ran the broom under the machinery at the bottom of the fridge. There was a lot of dust built up, so I made sure I got all the packed dust out from under the motor etc. (there was a lot). The fridge has run perfect ever since. Good luck.

[@katiehanners6814]

Could this be the cause if my fridge is not getting cold but my freezer is working fine?

[@mattsbigdream]

I doubt it. It's easy to check just by listening for the compressor to be running, or the clicking.

[@ellen4more]

Did you figure it out??. My freezer working but not fridge. 😕

[@katiehanners6814]

@@ellen4more yes, my side by side was too full and needed the defrost switch replaced

[@AM-bj6qn]

@@katiehanners6814 where is the defrost switch?

[@ClaudBol]

So your frig was not cooling at all right

[@jasoncharbonneau9588]

I've replaced the start relay twice in the past three years. These cheap Amazon ones are garbage and don't last. The OEM lasted 20 years.

[@Heycameraman]

Ok now do a video about loud squeaky washing machine. 😎

[@mattsbigdream]

Lol

[@nathanassenmacher914]

Watched this took mine off and it was rattling so I ordered a new one New one had same noise

[@bradmilligan6388]

Me too Did the new rattley part work? Mine did not but not sure if rattle =broken

[@flecksofluxe]

When I took back panel off, the fan isn't even running

[@miguelsalazar3239]

Looks I have a board and no relay

[@breakeverychain4320]

💖

[@skorpyo331]

Looks like i ll be trashing mine

[@francinewade3204]

Well i believe i calked a professional but somtimes in my country people believe in suckering the poor people because my fridge is still not working he came back and say that the fridge needs to cool off and putting more water into the pan and then now he wants more mone when i told him its still not working so how about that

[@bimlathakral778]

Tu pagal h tere ko samajh nihi aata