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Light Bulb
Part #316538904
This OEM 40 watt appliance light bulb is used for some ranges, refrigerators, freezers, and microwaves. Simply locate the existing bulb, unscrew it from its socket, and replace with new light bulb. If the existing bulb is broken in the socket, disconnect the power to the refrigerator and use a pair of needle nose pliers to grip the intern...Read moreal fragments of the bulb to unscrew. Replace with the new bulb and reconnect the power to the refrigerator. These bulbs are sold individually and are a commonly replaced part; consider ordering a spare.
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Run Capacitor
Part #5304464438
Steady compressor operation relies on the electrical support provided by this refrigerator run capacitor. It creates a phase shift in the motor circuit to help the compressor run as designed while circulating refrigerant through the cooling system. A failed capacitor may contribute to unusual humming, difficulty starting, or reduced cooli...Read moreng performance. Replacing a faulty capacitor helps restore proper electrical conditions for compressor operation. The component stores electrical energy and can retain a charge after power is disconnected, requiring care during handling and replacement. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
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Defrost Thermostat
Part #5303917954
Clipped to the evaporator tubing, this refrigerator defrost thermostat helps limit heater operation during the automatic defrost cycle. It allows the heater circuit to operate when the coils are cold and opens the circuit once they reach the cutoff temperature, helping prevent overheating. A faulty thermostat may interrupt defrost heating...Read more, allowing frost to accumulate and block airflow. This can contribute to warmer food compartments or longer running times. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
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Door Shelf End Cap - Right Side
Part #3206165
This is the door shelf end cap for your refrigerator. It connects to the refrigerator door and keeps the door bar in place. Your refrigerator will have two shelf end caps, one for the right side and one for the left. This part is the right side door shelf end cap. It is made of white plastic and is a little over one inch long. This is an OEM part from the manufacturer and is sold individually.
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Evaporator Fan Motor Kit
Part #5300158289
This evaporator fan motor drives the fan that circulates cold air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments. It uses a center hub mount and rotates clockwise. The shaft measures 1/8 inch in diameter and 1.25 inches long. A motor that stops running or makes unusual squealing noises may reduce airflow and leave compartments too warm...Read more. Check the blade, mounting parts, and surrounding area as well, since other faults can cause similar symptoms. Disconnect power before accessing the fan assembly and follow the kit instructions for mounting and wiring. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
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Door Shelf End Cap - Left Side
Part #3206166
This is the door shelf end cap for your refrigerator. It connects to the refrigerator door and keeps the door bar in place. Your refrigerator will have two shelf end caps, one for the right side and one for the left. This part is the left side door shelf end cap. It is made of white plastic and is a little over one inch long. This is an OEM part from the manufacturer and is sold individually.
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Evaporator Fan Blade
Part #5308000010
This evaporator fan blade moves cooled air through the refrigerator or freezer compartments when driven by the fan motor. A cracked, warped, or loose blade may vibrate, strike nearby parts, or fail to move enough air. Unusual ticking or humming noises and warmer compartment temperatures may be reasons to inspect the fan assembly. Check fo...Read morer ice buildup and motor or mounting problems as well, since these can cause similar symptoms. Disconnect power before accessing the blade and follow the appliance instructions for fitting it securely on the motor shaft. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
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Light Socket
Part #218906802
Interior lighting depends on a secure connection between the bulb and its power supply. This refrigerator light socket holds the bulb in place and provides the electrical contacts needed to illuminate the compartment. Cracked plastic, damaged contacts, or a broken locking tab may leave the bulb loose or prevent reliable lighting. Replacin...Read moreg a damaged socket helps restore bulb support and electrical connection. The socket mounts into the light housing and connects to the appliance wiring through metal terminals. Disconnect power before handling the socket or wiring. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
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Fresh Food Door Gasket
Part #218730609
This white fresh food door gasket is used to seal the refrigerator door when closed to keep the cool air inside and the room air out.
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Ice Cube Tray
Part #215667501
This plastic ice cube tray holds water for freezing into 12 cubes at a time. Channels help water spread evenly during filling, while corner supports allow trays to stack securely in the freezer. The tray measures approximately 11 inches long and 4.5 inches wide and is sold individually. Its flexible design allows frozen cubes to be releas...Read moreed by hand. Cracks or splits may let water leak before it freezes and are reasons to replace the tray. Check the available freezer space against the tray dimensions before ordering. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
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Door Hinge Pin Bearing
Part #218519300
This white hinge pin bearing pivots the freezer and refrigerator door.
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Noisy fan
153 of 180 people
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1. Removed the 7 nuts using the nut driver from the freezer back panel inside the freezer.
2. Remove the back panel. The evaporator motor and fan are located above the coils.
3. Unplug the wiring harness.
4. Remove the two gold mounting screws holding the motor and fan in place.
5. Remove the motor and fan including th ... Read more e brackets.
6. Install the new motor and fan onto the mounting bracket.
6a. Attach the green ground to the mounting bracket.
7. Screw the two gold screws back into the freezer.
8. Attach the new wiring harness. Note, the old harness had a mounting hole/space for it to connect to the wiring harness of the freezer. The new motor's harness was not long enough for this, so it is connected freely to the freezer harness.
9. Use the hair dryer to melt any ice that may have formed on the coils and hole where the fan goes.
10. Turn the freezer on to see if the fan turns on.
11. Reinstall the back panel.
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2. Remove the back panel. The evaporator motor and fan are located above the coils.
3. Unplug the wiring harness.
4. Remove the two gold mounting screws holding the motor and fan in place.
5. Remove the motor and fan including th ... Read more e brackets.
6. Install the new motor and fan onto the mounting bracket.
6a. Attach the green ground to the mounting bracket.
7. Screw the two gold screws back into the freezer.
8. Attach the new wiring harness. Note, the old harness had a mounting hole/space for it to connect to the wiring harness of the freezer. The new motor's harness was not long enough for this, so it is connected freely to the freezer harness.
9. Use the hair dryer to melt any ice that may have formed on the coils and hole where the fan goes.
10. Turn the freezer on to see if the fan turns on.
11. Reinstall the back panel.
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Refrigerator ran frequently and freezer door was sagging
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I pulled off the old door gasket which came off really easy. I was hoping the new one would go on as easy as just popping it in place but it didnt work. I had to remove the inside door panel. The gasket wouldnt lay entirely flat in the inside groove so I used a bead of RTV around the entire circumference which helped to hold it in place w
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hile reattaching the panel back onto the door. The screws fit on the under side of the magnetic portion of the gasket. In order to access the screw holes the gasket has to be lifted which sometimes causes the gasket to pull from the lip on the back side of the panel making the RTV get everywhere. After every screw was in place and lightly tightened the panel had to be adjusted to allow for the proper closing of the door. This was the worst part, fortunatly the screws left a slight indentation of where they were before I removed them so it gave me a nice reference.
The hinge part of the new gasket requires a lubricant so it wont bind up when the door is closed. I didnt know about this until my order arrived and a part number was recommended for the type of lube. I just used Vasolene and it works fine.
The pin bearing was really easy. Just unload the contents from the door, mine was the freezer door. I popped off the cap covering the screws and removed the screws while holding the door so it wouldnt drop on the floor. Once off I used a flat head screwdriver to pry out the old one and a light tap of a hammer to replace it with the new. I put it all together the way it came off.
Now my fridge runs much less and the freezer door doesnt sag.
The hinge part of the new gasket requires a lubricant so it wont bind up when the door is closed. I didnt know about this until my order arrived and a part number was recommended for the type of lube. I just used Vasolene and it works fine.
The pin bearing was really easy. Just unload the contents from the door, mine was the freezer door. I popped off the cap covering the screws and removed the screws while holding the door so it wouldnt drop on the floor. Once off I used a flat head screwdriver to pry out the old one and a light tap of a hammer to replace it with the new. I put it all together the way it came off.
Now my fridge runs much less and the freezer door doesnt sag.
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