Maytag ice maker not working: check the ice maker arm or switch (ON position). Verify water supply valve behind fridge is open. Set freezer to 0F (too warm = ice won't form, too cold = inlet valve freezes). Maytag uses the same ice maker module as Whirlpool. Press the test button on the ice maker for 10 seconds to run a harvest test. If it cycles but no water fills, the inlet valve or supply line is frozen.
Most of the time when I show up to a Maytag that's stopped making ice, it's one of three things: the water filter's clogged, the freezer is set too cold and froze the fill tube solid, or the arm got bumped into the off position. Ignore it long enough and a frozen fill tube turns into a flooded ice maker tray, which makes a much bigger mess to clean up.
OK so here's the deal with Maytag ice makers. They're built on the same platform as Whirlpool, which means parts are cheap and DIY-friendly. But that also means they share the same weak spots. I've seen probably a dozen of these in the last couple months alone, and honestly most of them didn't need any parts at all. Temperature and water pressure fix about 60% of these before you ever touch a screwdriver.
Most Likely Causes
Based on aggregated repair data, here is the probability breakdown for this error code:
Component failure in the Maytag refrigerator40%
Sensor or thermostat out of operating range24%
Control board fault14%
Power or electrical supply issue12%
Mechanical wear requiring inspection10%
Symptoms You May Notice
Zero ice production for 24 hours or more, even though the water dispenser works fine and the fridge is cooling.
Cubes coming out small, hollow, or misshapen. That's your first warning sign that water pressure is dropping.
You hear the motor running and trying to harvest but the tray doesn't move, or it starts to turn and stops halfway.
The whole bin froze into one giant chunk, so ice comes out in a big slab instead of individual cubes when you twist it.
Water is pooling on the shelf under the ice maker or dripping into the fridge compartment below. That means the fill tube is thawing and re-freezing in the wrong spot.
Can you reset a Maytag refrigerator to clear the ICE-MAKER code?
Flip the ice maker power switch off and wait 30 seconds, then flip it back on. On models with a digital control panel, press and hold the Door Alarm button and the Water button at the same time for about three seconds. You should hear a chime and see the display flash. Then set your freezer to 0°F and give it 24 hours to start a new production cycle. Don't keep checking the bin every hour, that lets cold air out and slows things down.
Tools Required for Diagnosis
Phillips #2 screwdriver1/4" nut driver5/16" nut driverMultimeterBucket or towelsFreezer thermometerHair dryer (for frozen fill tube)Flashlight
Diagnostic Checklist
Follow these steps in order. We start with the easiest external fixes before opening up the machine.
ComponentComponent Under Test
Expected Range200–500 ohms
ConditionIf Open (OL) or infinite, replace component.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to fix a Maytag ice maker?
DIY parts run 40 to 150 bucks depending on what's failed. A new water filter is about 45. An inlet valve is 35-55. A whole ice maker module assembly is usually 80-130. If you call a tech, figure 200-400 total with labor. Honestly the filter and the valve are so cheap and easy that I'd knock those out myself before calling anyone. The full module swap is a little more involved but still pretty DIY-friendly if you're comfortable with basic hand tools.
Can I fix this myself or do I need to call a tech?
Most of this stuff is genuinely DIY-friendly. Maytag and Whirlpool built these ice makers to be modular so you don't need to be a tech to swap one out. You need a Phillips head, a nut driver, and maybe 45 minutes. The water filter swap takes five minutes. Inlet valve replacement takes maybe 20. Where I'd say call a pro is if you're seeing bigger issues like the compressor running constantly, temperature problems in both compartments, or if you've already replaced the module and it still won't work, because then something else is going on.
Is it worth repairing or should I just replace the refrigerator?
If the fridge is under 10 years old, fix it. 100%. A new ice maker module is a tiny fraction of what a new refrigerator costs, and these Maytag/Whirlpool platform fridges are solid machines. Now if yours is 15+ years old and you're also seeing cooling problems, strange noises from the compressor, or the fridge has had multiple repairs recently, that math starts to change. But a standalone ice maker failure on a younger unit? Fix it.
How do I run a test cycle on my Maytag ice maker?
Find the test button on the face of the ice maker module. It's small, usually recessed, and on some models you'll need a toothpick or pen cap to press it. Hold it for about three seconds until you hear the motor start or the tray begins to move. The full harvest cycle takes two to three minutes. Watch whether the tray rotates all the way around and whether water fills in at the end. That tells you whether your problem is mechanical (module) or water supply (valve, filter, frozen line).
Why does my Maytag make ice for a while then stop?
That's almost always the water filter slowly clogging, or a saddle valve that's partially blocked. The ice maker works fine when pressure is marginal, but as the filter gets more clogged or mineral scale builds up in the saddle valve, pressure drops below the threshold the inlet valve needs and it stops filling. You might also see the bin freeze into a solid block if the defrost cycle isn't clearing the chute, which makes the sensor think the bin is full even after you clear it out.
My fill tube is frozen solid. How do I fix that without breaking anything?
Use a hair dryer on the low setting and work it back and forth over the fill tube for a few minutes. Don't use a heat gun or anything high-temp because you'll warp the plastic. Once it's clear, figure out why it froze. Usually it's because the freezer is set too cold (below -5°F) or there's a defrost problem that's letting cold air circulate too aggressively around the fill tube. Set your freezer to 0°F and see if it ices up again within a day or two. If it does, you've got a defrost issue to chase down.
Same Fix Works on These Brands
Maytag shares the same hardware platform with these brands. The diagnosis and repair steps are identical.