You may be able to repair it, but that is unlikely. If the cooling system is clogged, then you can remove the refrigerator from the cabinet and flip it upside down and leave it overnight or for a couple days. Sometimes this allows the stuff to move around inside enough to force the clog free. I'd say there's like a 50/50 chance of it actually working after that.
From what I'm told, there's pretty much three options when the refer breaks. Most times it can't be repaired, as they are pretty simple systems. Have the unit inspected by a professional if the above doesn't work before you decide to spend money on a rebuild kit or a new unit:
- Purchase a rebuilt cooling unit kit and install it. It was about $200 back in 2004. This is the cheapest way to go and worth it if the actual refer cabinet is in good shape and doesn't smell too bad.
- Purchase a rebuilt or brand new unit and install it. Cost varies depending on the features you want and new/used condition.
- Replace the unit with a dorm-style electric only unit. Cost varies because people do different levels of installations. Some just drop it in there while others will build up frames and then install extra shelves above/below or install/build in a microwave.
Before you install any new unit or while you have the old one out for repairs, inspect the platform that it sits on in the cabinet. The "floor" in the cabinet very often rots out and it wouldn't hurt to replace/repair this now while it's easy to get to.
BTW, if you do end up replacing the entire unit, remove the trim on one side of the door and pull out the wood door panel and door grab handle. It matches the cabinets in the coach and if you can make it work on the new refer, it'll blend in and look like it should be there.
Jon
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2007 T-286SR Cherry/Granola, #6236, original owner, current mileage: 9473.8 (as of 6/18/21)
1997 T-2653 Blue Denim, #5471
1979 12 1/2' MC, Beige & Avocado, #4639
Past Sunlines: '97 T-2653 #5089, '94 T-2251, '86 T-1550, '94 T-2363, '98 T-270SR
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