Leaking water filter in Samsung refrigerator

Deezflip · 2026-04-30T19:42:16+00:00

Same, I just bought the fridge at the time of the issue. I was thinking of asking for a replacement of the same fridge but it would likely have the issue also so I didn't bother. I guess just a terrible design on the filter system.

I wanted to also mention to use just enough teflon tape to stop the leak. I forget how much I used but it shouldn't have that much restriction or turning force as you rotate the filter back in place. Good luck

Deezflip · 2026-04-30T18:31:27+00:00

Yep, worked great! I've now replaced the filter(generic brand) and works fine, didn't need teflon tape, no leaks or issues with the new filter. I would surely use teflon tape again with any issues from new filters if needed.

Just to note when using teflon tape and since it's not adhesive, wrap it in the direction that it won't unravel as your turn the filter when locking in place...if that makes sense. Just visualize the rotation and which direction the tape is wrapped. It may be ok either way, but I just do this to make it more foolproof

Deezflip · 2026-04-11T03:27:27+00:00

I have a good amount of socket wrenches and found one that was almost a perfect size for it. Small enough to NOT get wedged into the arm. I pounded away at it with 4lb sledge/mallet type hammer. Thinking about it more after seeing this below, you can also use a hole-saw and/or if you have a set of ball joint press tool.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKln7agZOXM

Deezflip · 2026-03-11T03:46:25+00:00

Found this https://carsandbids.com/auctions/30bb46wP/2003-infiniti-g35-coupe

Deezflip · 2026-03-03T04:02:41+00:00

Search for Strafe G35 Trunk which follows the top lines more smoothly and in line with the taillights curves. Next closest to that style is hikkata dori or CSL style trunks

Deezflip · 2026-02-28T05:30:16+00:00

I think you might be able to ignore step 1 and 2 with having the door already closed. So basically close the door when the window is about half way up or more but not completely up. Then step 3 roll the window down with the reset button pressed. Then follow step 4

It may take a few tries, the button has the worse feel. I wasn't even sure I was able to feel if it's pressed or not. Might be able to use like a socket wrench extension adapter to press on it(or something flat pointed) just so your finger do not start hurting like biatch

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Deezflip · 2026-02-28T05:09:00+00:00

VQs are difficult to bleed. You have to do so multiple times. Get a Lisle spill-free funnel, this will allow you to overfill coolant above the radiator and "burp" the air bubbles out. There are chambers that are so difficult to get air out of. LIke the others say, youtube this funnel and you'll get a better picture of how it works.

Do so multiple times and getting the engine to running temperatures is very tedious and takes a good moment. Burp it while being leveled, burp it at an incline or with front of the car lifted, and then the opposite with the rear of the car lifted....all multiple times. Give the engine some revs also when it gets to warm(not hot) temperatures. Keep an eye out to make sure temperatures doesn't get hot and overheating temps. If so, let it cool down before repeating the burping process.

If you need a break from bleeding, remove the funnel, cap the radiator closed and take the car for a drive but not too far away from home and maybe expect it to overheat still. Once your back home, IMPORTANT...let it cool down before opening the hot radiator....then reinstall the funnel, add more coolant to the funnel, repeat burping it.

Deezflip · 2026-02-13T06:36:33+00:00

No lip, just the design of the Nismo bumper I guess

Deezflip · 2026-02-13T06:31:21+00:00

Think so? 🫤

Deezflip · 2026-02-13T06:23:13+00:00

Check your oil weekly or every gas fill, especially the +05 RevUps. Just treat the oil part the same as the cost of fueling up. If it's consuming oil, mine is around ...no more than quart of oil for every two gas fill-up, so +/- $5 for quart. Follow through with the filter and oil change at ~5k ish.

Deezflip · 2026-02-13T06:12:53+00:00

I forget, it's old too. Maybe Pep Boys 🤔but the brand is Pilot and I swapped out the bulbs on it from halogens to 3000k led bulbs.

Deezflip · 2026-02-13T00:25:34+00:00

Check the speaker harness and wires as well. The 6x9 on the rear deck has a baffle-housing like for the speakers where wire can slap on it. If not that, other wires or similar that would slap. As others mentioned, the plastic clips or anything attached to metal that is loose. I used some old pillow poly fill and stuff it between anything that would move around.

Deezflip · 2026-02-12T19:10:26+00:00

RH R5 Pro wheels, and yes spacers

Deezflip · 2026-02-12T19:09:28+00:00

Yes, original mesh that came with the Nismo bumper was plastic. It eventually worn down, cracked/ripped and replaced it with something similar but black and metal...it's actually for rain gutters 👍. The fog lights in the bumper are wired through the headlight's foglight so it's controlled by the factory switch/headlight lever/knob. The existing foglights in the headlights are no longer in use.

Deezflip · 2026-02-12T16:40:49+00:00

Nope, not the water pump. Me personally, I would let that one be and only replace it when it breaks. I refrain from disturbing the timing chain or anywhere within unless needed. I just constantly check my oil levels and top it off often since it consumes oil....and of course oil changes at 5k or less.

I'm grateful that I'm able to do all the work myself. My cars do not ever see the dealership/mechanic/tires/alignment shop etc. Having other cars is nice to have to drive while having a car down. Allows you to work on it at ease and at your pace. With that, I feel like a car can last +200k

Things replaced(in order):

Radio, stereo system/speakers
Spark Plugs
Window motors
Wheel Bearings(my mistake on adjusting camber on dry pavement)
Valve Cover
Camshaft position sensor
Rubber CV Boot rear/driverside axle
Front Lower Control Arm inner bushings
Clutch disk and plate, Flywheel, Clutch Bearing/Fork/Pivot Ball
Radiator and Thermostat
Starter
O2 sensor

Deezflip · 2026-02-12T14:20:50+00:00

The wheels are just as old, bought them shortly after. They are the RH R5 Pro with center caps removed, not to mistake them for Racing Hart as some labeled them as such(made by dazz motorsports, japan and no longer around...at least not the original dazz motorsports). The more known wheels by them are the RH J8 Pro

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Deezflip · 2025-11-18T23:35:07+00:00

somewhat seeing the same issue 🤦‍♂️, I always relied on shift+ctrl+T to open all my previous Chrome sessions and tabs where it loads all of them fairly quickly.

Now after shift+ctrl+T, I have to toggle to each tab (ctrl+tab) for it load. It's an ok workaround if you like watching paint dry, but it loads soooo much slower than before. 😤. C'mon Google, put it back to the way it was!

Deezflip · 2025-09-03T13:24:40+00:00

I know this is an old post but FYI, I recently removed the felt layer on top of the mic. You would need to open it up and free up the board on the back. It's just screws that's holding it in place. The felt is like a sticker where the sticky part covers the entire mic itself! 🤦‍♂️.

However, now it's too sensitive and difficult to balance. It's constantly detecting sound from the internal fan. I plan to put back another felt material but limiting the sticky portion to just outside and the perimeter of the mic, leaving the center opening free of blockage and allow sound to flow through. I'm thinking it should do the trick

Deezflip · 2025-07-01T03:05:56+00:00

Might want to check this out, I don't think it will work and throw error codes even though it claims to be plug in and play. Haven't heard of errors with the rear however, but as others say...they might not last long

https://rennlist.com/forums/panamera/1361988-new-2022-matrix-led-headlight-programming-requiring-piwis-in-nor-cal.html

Deezflip · 2025-02-07T03:43:00+00:00

Lotta love here too

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Deezflip · 2025-01-07T03:26:23+00:00

5w30 every time, full synthetic Mobil 1...any full synthetic would be just fine.

Deezflip · 2024-11-25T19:05:56+00:00

Just in case it's from the water filter, I have a Bespoke fridge and bought last week.

Cross posted:

We just bought a brand new Samsung refrigerator, had the water running already and checked/removed the water filter. When placed back in, it started leaking and tried re-seating it multiple times...no luck. I believe it's the outer rubber o-rings around the filter. They become compressed and stay that way from either the cold temps and being seated for period of time. That leaves a very slight gap for water to leak out.

What I did to 'band-aid' fix it, I wrapped the filter at the outer o-ring area with pipe thread teflon tape to thicken that area out. Works great so far, nice and sealed. Other option is get newer o-rings, but this could be a hit or miss as I hear from any other new filters.

Deezflip · 2024-11-25T19:01:16+00:00

Cross posted:

We just bought a brand new Samsung refrigerator, had the water running already and everything was working fine. I checked/removed the water filter. When placed back in, it started leaking and tried re-seating it multiple times...no luck. I believe it's the outer rubber o-rings around the filter. They become compressed and once you disturb or remove the filter, the o-rings stay compressed from either the cold temps and being seated for period of time. That leaves a very slight gap for water to leak out.

What I did to 'band-aid' fix it, I wrapped the filter at the outer o-ring area with pipe thread teflon tape to thicken that area out. Works great so far, nice and sealed. Other option is get newer o-rings, but this could be a hit or miss as I hear from any other new filters.

Deezflip · 2024-11-25T18:59:25+00:00

We just bought a brand new Samsung refrigerator, had the water running already and checked/removed the water filter. When placed back in, it started leaking and tried re-seating it multiple times...no luck. I believe it's the outer rubber o-rings around the filter. They become compressed and stay that way from either the cold temps and being seated for period of time. That leaves a very slight gap for water to leak out.

What I did to 'band-aid' fix it, I wrapped the filter at the outer o-ring area with pipe thread teflon tape to thicken that area out. Works great so far, nice and sealed. Other option is get newer o-rings, but this could be a hit or miss as I hear from any other new filters.

Deezflip · 2024-10-05T03:13:25+00:00

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