LG Fridge/Freezer combo not cooling (Part 1)

[@marvingardens686]

Just had lg tech fix my refrigerator. The compressor was changed 11 months ago. Now the tech said there was a low side leak, usually in the compressor, refrigerator coil or the compressor coil. So he changed all 3 items. He said this is a very common problem. Only cost me labor. The refrigerator is 8 years old. If it goes out again I will buy a new refrigerator and it will not be LG.

[@jonastriesanything]

Thanks for the info. My fridge is turning 8 this year. Still working after the compressor replacement. Hoping this will last several more years 👍!

[@RS-dq9pn]

I thought LG extended warranty for extra 5 years?

[@timl9495]

Great video and good instructions! Can't find any other videos on how to troubleshoot, only videos on how to change the fans. I really don't want to take apart the fridge if I don't need to.

[@jonastriesanything]

Glad this helped ☺️!

[@sundukchi]

Great video. Many many thanks

[@jonastriesanything]

Thank you very much!

[@jimbodot]

I have 2 LG televisions and happy with those. was going to buy a large t.v. for the living room. My experience with this bottom freezer LG was great till about a month ago when the compressor failed. it now sits in the garage till I figure out what to do with it. Got a new G.E. top freezer which we are very happy with. Everything is disposable after a few years, learned my lesson.

[@jonastriesanything]

Check if your LG fridge warranty is still valid. The purchase warranty for mine was 5 years and we barely hit the end of warranty life. LG replaced our compressor for free. LG tech said the compressor itself has a 10 year warranty.

[@bobgaughran4208]

Call LG customer service. They will fix it because they know its crap.

[@bobbyw1074]

Thanks for the video. I did the test and both evaporated fan in the top and in the fridge is not blowing. What are the chances that it’s Both fans going out or is it something else?

[@jonastriesanything]

I’m both fans don’t usually got out at the same time though it is possible. Could also be a problem with the motherboard if multiple parts are not working at the same time.

[@Brian-ho1td]

Does LG have a interface device to troubleshoot a refrigerator. Something more in technical so we can monitor real time fan speed, compressor speed(inverter model) damper position, etc.....

[@jonastriesanything]

On the mother board, yes. LG tech connected it during his troubleshooting.

[@Brian-ho1td]

​@jonastriesanything I have had a LG service tech out twice for a brand new refrigerator that will not cool below 40deg set to 33. He has thrown a couple parts at it with zero troubleshooting. Seems to be a common problem for the model I bought. I couldn't find any videos of such a device to aid in troubleshooting.

[@Supanova70]

had code 22 but the board was no good. Test for 200vac at 2 pins to the right on con1 for compressor. Unplugged connector/ after pressing test button once. It ramps up to 118vac not enough. Also no led indicator lights on board. If you have a 22 you need to take extra steps to rule out pcb board.

[@jonastriesanything]

Sweet, great tip!

[@sethmeistergee]

How forceful is the air that's blowing out of those two ducts? I have a French door fridge that is cooling for about 45 mins then it stop cooling until the fridge temp is up to around 40-41F then starts cooling again but it never maintains a consistent 37 degrees. It's maddening! Any idea what it could be? In test mode 1 I feel cold air blowing and I tested the fridge thermistor but not the defrost heater/defrost thermistor-- could those be responsible for stopping the evap fan from running and maintaining a 37 degree fridge? Or is a control board issue more likely? The freezer cool perfectly fine though!

[@jonastriesanything]

If air is coming out from the air ducts, then fan should be fine. In my case, the compressor went bad resulting to cooling issues. Do you still have warranty for your fridge?

[@sethmeistergee]

@@jonastriesanything Warranty expired a short time ago (I've had the fridge for just over 5 years) but I DID get a universal compressor installed by a very competent LG factory tech who replaced it on September 30th (2022). The freezer is fine, but the fridge just won't hold a

[@CNY_AP]

Mother in law has similar issue. Freezer stays cold but little or no air coming I to fridge. Ran the test modes, and the compressor and fan runs. 5 years old.

[@sethmeistergee]

@@CNY_AP my compressor was replaced on 9/30/22. I have a feeling that the issue is with the fridge evaporator as every other component tested as working. I think it's unlikely to be a control board issue so I'm going to pursue evaporator replacement.

[@rickah1323]

I did all the steps per video and everything worked correctly until I unplugged after last test and waited 30 seconds and re plugged. Air did not flow back into refrigerator can you advice what problem could be..? Thanks!!!!

[@jonastriesanything]

If not cooling, most likely that the compressor is dead. If no airflow, it could be that the circulation fan is broken, iced up, or a blown up fan fuse. I recommend reaching out to LG support to see if your fridge’s warranty is still valid. If yes, have a tech come out and run a full diagnostics.

[@luckyrefrigeration9825]

Many time I see when we are push the button when we close the door fan is not working because the body refreregater door inside switch on damage

[@jonastriesanything]

That will happen as well. Faulty door switch!

[@queenshrugs]

what model is this? do you have a video of how to remove the panel? thanks!

[@jonastriesanything]

LMXS27626S/01 is the model. At the back of the unit, there is a panel secured with 4 screws. Remove those screws and the panel cover should pop right out :). I don’t believe I captured removing the panel cover but you can see the panel cover in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3WZmmqYgNiLsKMsi=VEH8npoux2e3M2g8

[@queenshrugs]

@@jonastriesanything thank you! some fridges have one single panel in the back, your model is more 'user friendly'😊

[@kellymoorewith4]

So my freezer is not cold enough. All of my food is thawed. It's cold like a fridge. I've did the test things. The compressor is running. The evaporator fan is running. The fan in the freezer is circulating but doesn't seem like the one in the fridge is? I unplugged and plugged it in and changed the settings to 0° for the freezer and 35° for the fridge. I am going to let it go for a half hour and see if it is getting colder? I don't know what else to do. Also about three weeks ago it stopped making ice. It was making ice just fine and then suddenly stopped.

[@jonastriesanything]

Most likely the compressor is bad. Check if it’s making a loud noise and/or if the compressor is hot/very to touch. If yes, then it’s a compressor issue.

[@vladimirfrancois]

Hey!! My fridge not cooling at all but the freezer seems ok

[@jonastriesanything]

It could be the circulation fan to your fridge that’s not working. Sometimes ice build up causes fan to not work. Check the air vents if you see ice build up. If yes, defrosting the fridge may help.

[@sandroarbulu592]

I did everything like you did and it blowed cold hair from fridge and freezer but after the last step when i unplug it and replug it it stop blowing cold air inside the fridge

[@jonastriesanything]

Mine did that too. Was the compressor that was broken. LG technician replaced it since warranty was still valid.

[@lakishag6197]

Did you ever figure out the problem of the fridge? I am currently having the same exact issue.

[@orlandolopez4410]

hi, my LMXS30776S freezes perfectly but doesnt refrigerate well, I checked the fan and it spins, what else can it be please?

[@jonastriesanything]

You may want to check the evaporator fan to the fridge to see if it’s working. That’s the one responsible for air circulation.

[@jeff_9074]

Ever figure it out?

[@nolimitfano2]

I don’t think they are error codes. More like mode codes My unit works flawless for about 5 days by then it’s soo froze up there isn’t any air flow I unplug it for a few hours and clean up the lake now under it turn it back on and then the cycle starts again Any ideas not stated here would be appreciated Thanks in advance

[@Snydercrew]

@@nolimitfano2 you are correct. States in the Tech Manual "22 22" is a tech code for the relays being closed

[@sethmeistergee]

I have the same issue! Have you figured it out yet?

[@jeff_9074]

I think the third test is the defroster..

[@jonastriesanything]

That is correct. Per the user manual :).

[@Snydercrew]

LG replaced my compressor at no charge. They extended the compressor warranty on fridges that used the defective compressor. I mentioned this in a previous post, the "22 22" code when doing the test button is NOT an error code. It is a technician code to show the relay is off. The technician told me he has never replaced a relay because of failure. When I bought mine, the parts warehouse told me it was the 1st time they ever sold one, so take that for what you want.

[@jonastriesanything]

Thanks for the info and am glad you got yours fixed 😃

[@donmcvay4051]

That’s a condenser fan not evaporator

[@jonastriesanything]

Oh sweet. Thanks for the clarification 🙂.

[@edwind8440]

When I run through the diagnostics.. The fans blow but not cold air. Anyone experience the same?

[@jonastriesanything]

Most likely that the compressor is dead. Without that working, the coolant will not be able to circulate throughout the pipes that cools the fridge radiator.

[@annamatjusonoka1189]

I also had an error 22 and changed the relay and the control panel, i still have the same error 22. When testing it both fans turn on, but when its at working mode the freezer fan is off.

[@jonastriesanything]

Does the fridge cool?

[@Snydercrew]

The "22 22" code that pops up during the "Test" is not an error code, it is a notification that the unit is in "Forced Defrost Mode" and that the Compressor Start Relay is electronically turned off. If it is an error, it will show up as "err", "d22", or "e22", or "err" - "22" depending on your unit. Reference is the Service Manual>Troubleshooting>Step 5

[@dustinjohnson7375]

I am having the same issue

[@Snydercrew]

@@dustinjohnson7375 call the LG support number. They are extending warranties on compressors built before late 2019. They sent a tech out and replaced mine at no charge.

[@MrsTiffanyMartinez]

Hi. Does anyone know what the name of the basket is that's attached to the freezer door? Mines broke and then got misplaced. I'd like to start looking for a replacement. lfxc24726s/03 is my fridge info. I too am hoping that mine is still under warranty for the compressor and the labor. I've already lost a month's worth of food 😕. I do have a home warranty but they won't help because of the "10 year warranty for the compressor." So I'm waiting for a reply from LG. This was so sudden and unexpected. Gratitude, for any insight you may have in progress of LG for fixing my fridge at no cost. Final question, itt makes a clicking sound, maybe the compressor trying to turn on!? Is it better to just unplug until it's completely fixed? Gratitude for your time.

[@jonastriesanything]

That is called the “door bin/shelf” 🙂

[@jonastriesanything]

The 10 year compressor warranty is from the compressor vendor. If your fridge purchase warranty is expired, then LG will charge you for labor around $400-$500 but the compressor would be free if the 10 year warranty is still good. Fridge compressors are very expensive $1000+ 😅.

[@jonastriesanything]

If the fridge bin/shelf you’re looking for is the smaller one, check this one out being sold at Walmart: Genuine LG AAP73871501 Refrigerator Door Shelf Bin: www.googleadservices.com/pagead/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwj-5Nf09Nr6AhXMK60GHQnJCLgYABAjGgJwdg&ohost=www.google.com&cid=CAESbOD2dUJScaa8RZAebShIJnMXbTj7_m_NniGg2vU82-fMpff871en65Fpdpxdv0gxqHvT4nscDfnmiwm224IBa7E69-6pRSGbFRUKjt-tu3LDbnccYa68o4I8q_1f0IX441BQB_VrmNpbtVqGIQ&sig=AOD64_0xV-AFDAnJ6v1vhuezVtysY3pqiA&ctype=5&q=&ved=2ahUKEwiQt8709Nr6AhWWLzQIHfm6ChEQwg8oAHoECAEQaA&nis=8&adurl=

[@damon323]

@@jonastriesanything Ok, so my LG fridge is 8 years old. My purchase warranty is expired. So even though I have a 10 year compressor warranty, they will still charge me like $500 to install it?

[@leoharrison4217]

gsl961pzbv my fridge is frezzing my food

[@nilolee2426]

Lg compressor is junk

[@jonastriesanything]

Yes, totally agree! The LG technician replace my compressor with a different brand. Also came with a 10 year warranty, so can’t complain 😄!

[@Brian-ho1td]

Lg refrigerators are junk