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Water Filter for the Maytag MFW2055YEW00 (EDR2RXD2)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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Every cartridge that fits this model — pulled live from the catalogue:
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MFW2055YEW00 specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the MFW2055YEW00, the cartridge in the fresh-food compartment, placement dependent on the dispenser package, the same estate every refrigerator in this family uses. Mechanically it is a quarter-turn twist-in seat: the cartridge drops into the keyed seat and locks with a short quarter turn.
Field notes: the change light ignores the new cartridge until you reset it, and the first removal always takes more muscle than the manual implies. Under the cabinet differences one thing holds: this chassis drinks from the EDR2RXD2 family, one of the most cross-referenced cartridges in the Maytag catalog. The 00 suffix here is a revision index, not a different machine — trim and door hardware can shift between revisions, the filter bay does not.
Reading the MFW2055YEW00 model code — what the digits tell you
By model-code convention the MFW2055YEW00 falls around 2011 to 2015; treat the dates as a working estimate, not record. The stable part of the MFW2055YEW00 story is the water path: trim codes shuffle doors and finishes; the EDR2RXD2 cartridge family is the fixed point.
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.
MFW2055YEW00 filter questions
How do I reset the filter light on the Maytag MFW2055YEW00?
Lock in the new cartridge first, then hold the reset control for a few seconds — the MFW2055YEW00 manual documents the button for each panel variant.
Is a bypass plug required for the MFW2055YEW00 when the cartridge is removed?
You can, but unfiltered — the EDR2RXD2 bay needs no bypass plug; it just passes water through without filtering while the cartridge is out.
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 MFW2055YEW00?
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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