{"id":21776,"date":"2025-10-31T07:42:17","date_gmt":"2025-10-31T14:42:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=21776"},"modified":"2026-07-14T13:08:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T20:08:48","slug":"easy-way-to-troubleshoot-whirlpool-oven-broil-element-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/easy-way-to-troubleshoot-whirlpool-oven-broil-element-issues\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Way to Troubleshoot Whirlpool Oven Broil Element Issues"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whirlpool oven not broiling? Discover easy ways to test and replace a faulty broil element so you can get back to cooking in no time.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":21777,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_yoast_wpseo_focuskw":"Whirlpool oven broil element troubleshooting","_yoast_wpseo_title":"%%title%% %%page%%","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"Whirlpool oven not broiling? Discover easy ways to test and replace a faulty broil element so you can get back to cooking in no time.","_aviaLayoutBuilderCleanData":"[av_image src='https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/20250618_1508_Country-Kitchen-Oven_simple_compose_01jy26zs6rf9esjy9e3tgff7et-1500x630.png' attachment='21777' attachment_size='featured_large' copyright='' caption='' styling='' align='center' font_size='' overlay_opacity='0.4' overlay_color='#000000' overlay_text_color='#ffffff' animation='no-animation' hover='' appearance='' link='' target='' title_attr='' alt_attr='' lazy_loading='disabled' id='' custom_class='' av_element_hidden_in_editor='0' av_uid='av-mhexwmmd' admin_preview_bg=''][\/av_image]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class='default' icon_select='yes' icon='ue808' position='center' shadow='no-shadow' height='50' custom_border='av-border-thin' custom_width='50px' custom_margin_top='30px' custom_margin_bottom='30px' custom_border_color='' custom_icon_color='' av-desktop-hide='' av-medium-hide='' av-small-hide='' av-mini-hide='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-2ju2dv4']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' font_color='' color='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-me8n7mj3' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<b>Looking for the right part?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enter your appliance model number below to find the exact match and get your appliance running like new again!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[search]<\/span>\r\n[\/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class='default' icon_select='yes' icon='ue808' position='center' shadow='no-shadow' height='50' custom_border='av-border-thin' custom_width='50px' custom_margin_top='30px' custom_margin_bottom='30px' custom_border_color='' custom_icon_color='' av-desktop-hide='' av-medium-hide='' av-small-hide='' av-mini-hide='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-21txwq8']\r\n\r\n[av_video src='https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=8pWEt1iixE4' mobile_image='' attachment='' attachment_size='' format='16-9' width='16' height='9' conditional_play='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-mhey0smd']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class='default' icon_select='yes' icon='ue808' position='center' shadow='no-shadow' height='50' custom_border='av-border-thin' custom_width='50px' custom_margin_top='30px' custom_margin_bottom='30px' custom_border_color='' custom_icon_color='' av-desktop-hide='' av-medium-hide='' av-small-hide='' av-mini-hide='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-1hs6428']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' font_color='' color='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-mheuotn1' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not getting that perfect golden-brown finish from your Whirlpool oven? It might be your broil element acting up. The good news is, it\u2019s an easy fix! Whether it\u2019s not heating, partially glowing, or not turning on at all, we\u2019ll walk you through simple troubleshooting steps to get your oven broiling like new again.<\/span>\r\n\r\n[lwptoc numeration=\"none\"]\r\n<p style=\"font-size:14.5px;margin:14px 0;font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,sans-serif\"><a href=\"#app-safety-notes\">Full safety notes below<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why the Broil Element Matters<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In electric ranges, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/range-cooktop-oven-heating-element.html\">broil element<\/a> is responsible for generating intense, radiant heat from the top of the oven cavity. It\u2019s what makes broiling possible, think golden cheese toppings and crispy finishes, but it also helps regulate temperature during baking.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it starts to fail, you might notice:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The oven preheats more slowly than usual.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food takes longer to cook.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broiling doesn\u2019t produce that even, toasty finish.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The oven never quite reaches the set temperature.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If any of these sound familiar, it\u2019s worth checking the broil element first.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding How the Broil Element Works<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing what your broil element does helps you understand why it\u2019s so important.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you set your oven to bake or broil, the control board sends voltage to the broil element, which heats up and radiates that energy into the oven cavity. It works in tandem with the <\/span><b>bake element<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (the one at the bottom) to maintain consistent heat.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the broil element isn\u2019t working:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your oven may preheat slowly.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The top of baked foods might stay pale or undercooked.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Broil mode won\u2019t work at all.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s why checking and replacing a failed element can completely restore performance.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common Causes of Broil Element Failure<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though broil elements are designed to last for years, they can eventually wear out. Here are some reasons why:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Age and usage:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Repeated heating and cooling cycles cause metal fatigue.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Food splatter:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Grease or sauces can burn onto the element and cause hot spots.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Electrical surges:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Power spikes may damage internal wiring.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Loose connections:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Vibrations or repeated movement can weaken wire terminals.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of these issues build up over time, so if your oven is a few years old and not heating properly, replacing the broil element is a smart move.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tools You\u2019ll Need<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before getting started, grab these basic tools. You probably already have most of them in your toolbox:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phillips-head screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multimeter (for testing electrical resistance)<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And remember: safety always comes first. Unplug your range or switch off the breaker before doing anything inside the oven.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Know If the Broil Element Is the Problem<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When an oven stops heating properly, several parts could be to blame: the bake element, temperature sensor, or control board, among them. But the broil element is easy to check and often the simplest fix.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll find the broil element mounted near the top of the oven cavity. It looks like a thick, bent metal rod,\u00a0 and if it\u2019s visibly blistered, cracked, or burned through, that\u2019s a strong visual clue that it\u2019s failed.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But sometimes the problem isn\u2019t visible. That\u2019s where testing it with a multimeter comes in handy.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testing the Broil Element<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make sure your broil element is working, you\u2019ll need to test its electrical resistance. This test helps confirm whether electricity can flow through it; if it can\u2019t, the part has failed.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how to check it:<\/span>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disconnect the power. Always unplug your oven or switch off the breaker first.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access the terminals. The broil element\u2019s terminals are typically located behind the rear panel of the oven.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use your multimeter. Set it to measure resistance (ohms).<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Touch each probe to a terminal. You should see a reading between 15 to 17 ohms.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the reading falls outside this range, your broil element has failed and needs to be replaced.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it reads within range, the issue lies elsewhere,\u00a0 possibly with the oven\u2019s temperature sensor or control board. But for most heating issues, a bad broil element is the top suspect.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacing the Broil Element<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacing a broil element might sound intimidating, but it\u2019s actually one of the easier DIY repairs you can do on an electric range. Once the power is off, it\u2019s mostly about removing screws, unplugging wires, and swapping the old part for the new one.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how it\u2019s done:<\/span>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unplug the range<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or turn off the circuit breaker.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Open the oven door<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and remove the racks for better access.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Locate the broil element<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the top of the oven cavity.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Remove the screws<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> securing it to the front and rear brackets.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Carefully pull the element forward<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and disconnect the wires attached to the terminals.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a wire slips back into the oven wall, don\u2019t stress; it can be retrieved later from the back of the oven.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, with the old part removed, you\u2019re ready to install the new broil element.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Installing the New Broil Element<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Position the new broil element inside the oven cavity, lining it up with the mounting holes. Then:<\/span>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Connect the wires to the new element\u2019s terminals.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide the element fully into place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure it using the Phillips screws at the front and rear brackets.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If one of the wires slipped back during removal, you\u2019ll need to retrieve it by removing the rear cover panel. Reconnect it to the new element\u2019s terminal, then reinstall the back panel once everything is in place.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, reinstall the oven racks and door, reconnect the power, and you\u2019re done.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Check If the Broil Element Isn\u2019t the Problem<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your multimeter test shows the broil element is fine, a few other parts could be causing the problem:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bake element:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The lower heating element may have failed instead.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Temperature sensor:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Sends inaccurate readings, preventing the oven from heating fully.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Control board:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fails to send power to the elements.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Thermal fuse or wiring issue:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Interrupts power to the heating circuit.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the broil element is the easiest to check, these other parts are worth testing if you\u2019ve ruled it out.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Satisfaction of a Successful DIY Repair<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s something rewarding about fixing an appliance yourself. When your oven starts working again, you\u2019ll know that you saved money, learned something new, and restored your kitchen\u2019s most essential tool with your own hands.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And with the right resources and replacement parts, these types of repairs become easier every time.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AppliancePartsPros.com carries over two million in-stock parts for all major brands, including Whirlpool,\u00a0 and offers everything you need to complete your repair with confidence. Just grab your model number, find your part, and get your oven heating again in no time.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Quick Recap<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s review the key steps for troubleshooting and fixing your Whirlpool oven when it\u2019s not heating properly:<\/span>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check for symptoms:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Slow heating, uneven cooking, or no broil function.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Inspect the broil element:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Look for visible damage.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Test with a multimeter:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A reading of 15\u201317 ohms means it\u2019s good; outside that range means it\u2019s bad.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Replace the part:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Disconnect power, remove screws, and swap in the new element.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reassemble and restore power:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Test your oven and confirm it\u2019s heating correctly.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s it, one of the most common oven issues solved in under an hour.<\/span>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrapping Up<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t need to be an appliance technician to handle a Whirlpool oven that\u2019s not heating correctly. With a few tools, a little patience, and the right replacement part, you can bring your oven back to life and keep your kitchen running smoothly.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if your Whirlpool electric range isn\u2019t heating properly, start by testing the broil element. If it\u2019s the cause, replacing it is one of the most satisfying and straightforward fixes you can make.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great work taking control of your appliance repair journey. 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