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Error Code: D7 ILLUMINATED Difficulty: Hard
Problem: Main control board issue.
How to Fix D7 ILLUMINATED Error (Step-by-Step)
- Unplug the refrigerator from the wall outlet for safety and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Locate the main control board on the back of the refrigerator, behind an access panel.
- Remove the screws holding the access panel in place and set it aside.
- Carefully disconnect all the wire harnesses connected to the old control board. Take a picture beforehand for reference.
- Remove the screws or release the clips holding the control board in its housing.
- Install the new control board, securing it with the screws or clips.
- Reconnect all the wire harnesses to the new board, using your photo as a guide to ensure they are in the correct locations.
- Reinstall the access panel and plug the refrigerator back in.
Recommended Replacement Part
Verified Compatible Alternatives:
- WPW10643378
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Most DIY parts are $50–$250. If you have a quote, use the total.
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