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Water Filter for the Maytag MFW2055YEW01 (EDR2RXD2)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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MFW2055YEW01 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The filter bay on the MFW2055YEW01 in the fresh-food compartment, placement dependent on the dispenser package, a spot that survives trim changes across the refrigerator run. This is a twist-style bay, the friendlier design: half a turn of wrist work in each direction is the whole procedure; everything else is towel management.
Before you click buy, two things: the line is still live when you open the bay, so keep a towel in reach, and expect the filter-status light to need a reset before it believes the new cartridge. Whatever the badge on the door says, the parts reality is the MFW2055YEW01 shares its water path with the whole EDR2RXD2 generation — the cartridge is the common denominator, not the door count. Suffix 01 = production revision; filtration hardware was not part of the revision cycle.
Reading the MFW2055YEW01 model code — what the digits tell you
Model-code reading puts the MFW2055YEW01 at roughly 2011 to 2015 — treat that as approximately right, not a production guarantee. Order by cartridge, not by cabinet: whatever the door count, the cartridge answer for this chassis is the EDR2RXD2 family.
Swap it in 5 minutes
- Twist the old cartridge a quarter turn counterclockwise and pull it straight down — keep a towel in reach for the dribble.
- Fill the new cartridge with cold tap water so the chamber is not fighting an air pocket.
- Offer the new cartridge to the bay, push up, and twist a quarter turn clockwise until the stop catches.
- Run two gallons through the dispenser to flush carbon fines, then hold the filter-reset control until the status light clears.
What this filter takes out of your water
| What it targets | Standard that covers it |
|---|---|
| Chlorine taste & odor | NSF/ANSI 42 — aesthetic effects |
| Particulates, Class I | NSF/ANSI 42 — fine sediment |
| Lead | NSF/ANSI 53 — health effects |
| Cysts (cryptosporidium, giardia) | NSF/ANSI 53 — microbial |
| PFOA & PFOS | NSF/ANSI 53 (P473) — varies by cartridge |
Coverage above lists what the standard addresses, not a performance claim for any specific cartridge — removal claims vary by certificate, so check the NSF listing for the exact part number you are buying.
MFW2055YEW01 filter questions
Clearing the filter status light on a Maytag MFW2055YEW01?
Seat the new cartridge first, then hold the filter-reset control for a few seconds until the status light clears — the exact button placement varies by control panel, so check the MFW2055YEW01 owner’s manual page for filter status.
Can I run the Maytag MFW2055YEW01 with no cartridge installed?
No cap needed — the EDR2RXD2 bay passes water unfiltered while empty; it does not leak, it just skips filtration.
Are off-brand filters safe for a Maytag refrigerator?
Certified aftermarket cartridges are built to the same NSF test standards as the OEM part, and federal warranty law (Magnuson-Moss) protects your coverage when you use them.
Why is the OEM EDR2RXD2 cartridge so much more expensive?
Part of the OEM price is the badge and the distribution chain. Certified alternatives meet the same test standards at a lower unit price, especially in multi-packs.
How often should I replace the filter in my MFW2055YEW01?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR2RXD2 class cartridges all share that service interval.
Do I need to turn off the water supply to change it?
No — the bay is designed for a live swap. Expect a small dribble, keep a towel in reach, and flush a couple of gallons through the new cartridge before the first glass.
Every filter that fits your fridge
| Cartridge | OEM EDR2RXD2 | RECOMMENDEDEDR2RXD1 Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $17.99 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → |
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