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How to Replace the Light Bulb in a Frigidaire Microwave Model FMV157GC

The twin surface lights, located beneath plastic covers on the bottom of the Frigidaire FMV157GC microwave, provide lighting to the cooking surface of the oven below. As the microwave gets older and parts begin to wear, the bulbs eventually burn out. Installing a replacement in one or both of the light sockets involves removing the plastic cover with a screwdriver. This task is easy to complete at home without special electronics knowledge.

Things You'll Need

  • Screwdriver
  • 40-watt appliance bulb
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Instructions

    • 1

      Unplug the microwave or, if the outlet is not accessible, disconnect the power at the main circuit breaker.

    • 2

      Unscrew the cover protecting the burned-out light bulb and set the screw to one side. Let the cover hang down.

    • 3

      Remove the bulb taking care not to burn your fingers; the light fixture may still be hot if it was recently working.

    • 4

      Insert a replacement 40-watt replacement bulb. Take the dead bulb to your local hardware store if you need help picking out a suitable replacement. Repeat steps 2 through 4 for the other light, if necessary.

    • 5

      Reconnect the power to restore your microwave. The lights work immediately.