How to Replace a Maytag Refrigerator Water Filter

Refrigerator with water dispenser

Your Maytag refrigerator water filter should be replaced at least once a year, but it may need to be changed sooner depending on how often you use your water dispenser and ice maker, and how hard your water is. You'll know it's time to replace your filter when the water filter status light turns red, or when your water dispenser begins to run more slowly. Ice cubes that are smaller than normal or hollow are additional indicators that it's time to change your Maytag refrigerator's water filter.

Things You'll Need

• Replacement water filter

Instructions

1. Press the "eject" button located in the center of the base grille underneath your refrigerator door. Pull straight back on the filter to remove it from your Maytag refrigerator.

2. Hold the base of the filter and turn the cap counterclockwise to remove it. Discard the old filter, and set the cap aside for use with the new filter.

3. Remove the new filter from its packaging and screw the cap onto the new filter clockwise until it snaps into place.

4. Remove the covers from the O-rings on the new filter. Fit the new filter into the base grille. You will know that the filter is properly positioned when the "eject" button pops out.

5. Hold a glass under the water dispenser and press it against the lever for five seconds. Release the lever, and wait five seconds. Repeat this sequence until four gallons of water have been dispensed, emptying the glass as needed. This will flush your Maytag refrigerator's water system.

Tips & Warnings

• You can use your Maytag water dispenser without a filter. Remove the filter according to the instructions above, and screw the cap directly into the base grille.

• Do not throw away the cap with the used filter.

References

• Replacing a Maytag water filter

Resources

• Replacement filters