Modern Smart Fridges: Can You Fix One at Home?

Smart appliances are the verge of becoming easier to fix. So, we got our hands on an LG Smartfridge (powered by ThinQ) to check out just how hard a smart fridge is to repair, and what challenges the average home fixer might face when trying to do so. Oh, and we chat with our old friend Matt Zieminski about *why* fridges like this will be easier to fix—the FTC proposal to require manufacturers to provide repair documentation! Use a iFixit Manta Driver Kit for your fridge repair! Check out the blog! Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:20 Matt Zieminski Explains The FTC Proposal 02:11 LG Smartfridge Teardown Intro 02:46 Removing Door Bins 02:50 Refrigerant and Coils 02:56 Motherboard Inspection 03:13 Filters and Replacements 03:35 Gasket Removal 03:43 Ice Maker Removal 03:57 Control Panel Removal 04:08 Smart Diagnostics Explainer 04:37 Freezer Bin and Door Removal 04:55 Lower Ice Maker Removal 05:01 Final Thoughts Subscribe to our channel for all our latest teardown and repair videos! Follow us on Twitter: Check us out on Facebook: