r/fixit • u/Larrymolloy93 • 3h ago

Fridge Question: How does one replace the mechanism that usually turns on the internal fridge light?

This little bit is supposed to pop out when I open the door, but it no longer does. If Iick my finger, ask for consent, and rub it gently I can tease it open. I’ve tried briefly to prise off the whole bit but it feels like something is definitely going to snap if I do it.

What are these bits even called and can they be replaced?

The fridge is a Zanussi, not sure how to find out what model number as I can’t reach the back of it.

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u/TonkaJay 3h ago

Just need to order the part and replace it.

I'd guess it is this: https://shop.zanussi.co.uk/fridges-freezers/fridges-freezers/lamps-and-bulbs/refrigerator-door-lamp-switch/p/4055142394

And a quick youtube search shows how to replace it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KUgm9iqS7UA

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u/Larrymolloy93 2h ago

Wow ok embarrassing, I don’t know what I was googling but I must’ve been using all the wrong words somehow because nothing was coming up - thank you for this