Product review (5 stars): Excellent OEM Replacement
Our 8 year old Maytag ice maker deteriated over the last 8 months so that we were getting mostly ice slithers if anything at all. I researched the Amazon and Maytag sites and noted that an OEM replacement was available at a very good price. It came as a complete kit and one that perfectly matched the old one. The instructions were a little weak but in hindsight complete (I just didn't understand a couple of terms) One major problem was a male connector that shipped with a protective plastic cover on it. I didn't understand (yes I'm not a Maytag Repairman) and thought the connector just would not fit since it looked female. After much consternation I noted my ignorance and all went well.
This is a doable replacement project if one is comfortable with water shutoffs and basic "tit for tat" replacement strategies. I'm sure I saved at least $100 for my efforts and I have lots of ice...
PS...remember the first cycle of cubes takes about 12 hours. Just leave the on/off sensor down and close up the freezer after making sure all buttons are secure. I kept staring at it expecting instant squirts and action...silly me !