DIY window air conditioner repair
A window air conditioner cools the room it's in, so you get relief from the heat without using energy to cool the whole house. If your window AC unit isn't cooling well, don't sweat it. Sears PartsDirect has common symptoms and troubleshooting solutions for any make or model, as well as window air conditioner repair guides that walk you through repairs step by step.
If your window unit flashes an error code on the display, look it up on our error code charts to see what the problem is and how you can fix it. Find answers to common questions, simple tips for maintaining your window air conditioner and more in our articles and videos. To find the owner’s manual or a complete list of replacement parts for your window air conditioner, search for your model number.
Symptoms for window air conditioners
Repair guides for window air conditioners
These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your window air conditioner.
If your window air conditioner isn’t cooling properly, it might need a new ambient thermistor. You can replace it yourself following these instructions.
If the condenser fan blade is broken or the condenser fan motor won’t run, you can replace the broken parts yourself by following these instructions.
Control buttons or lights on the user interface control board can stop working. This repair guide shows how to replace it.
The electronic control board is the brain of your window air conditioner. Here’s how to replace it.
Articles and videos for window air conditioners
Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your window air conditioner.
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