Ice maker in the freezer is not making ice, but the freezer is otherwise cooling normally.
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the appliance and shut off the water supply before working on the ice maker or water lines.
- Check ice maker switch: Ensure the ice maker is turned on via the control panel or switch.
- Inspect water line: Verify the water line to the freezer is not kinked or frozen. Thaw gently if frozen.
- Test fill: On many LG models, a test button on the ice maker can be pressed to initiate a cycle. Observe if water fills the tray.
- Check inlet valve: If no water enters, test the water inlet valve coil for continuity and replace if open.
- Replace ice maker: If the motor does not cycle or the mold heater fails, replace the ice maker assembly with an LG-compatible unit.
If water supply and ice maker assembly are good but no ice is produced, the main PCB or wiring may be at fault and should be checked by a technician.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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