Curtis H Mequon , WI February 22, 2021 Appliance: Whirlpool Refrigerator WRS571CIDM02 Diffuser failed for 3rd time resulting in clicking noises Ordered replacement diffuser; waited for replacement diffuser to arrive; removed diffuser from packaging; removed one hex head screw; pulled off plastic cover; pressed down locking tab lever on electrical connector then pulled connector apart; removed bad diffuser; inserted new diffuser; inserted electrical connector and made sure locking tab latched; positioned wires and electrical connector assembly; inserted hex head screw back into hole in cover maintaining pressure with nut driver so screw does not fall out; re-inserted plastic cover aligning screw in hole then tightening screw into hole; press cover firmly against side of interior; tighten screw finger tight (do NOT overtighten as you are screwing into plastic); Read More... 7 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers
Jaspreet B San Diego , CA June 07, 2018 Knocking sound from diffuser. Replaced diffuser. Read More... 3 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers
Edward M Umatilla , FL October 28, 2022 Appliance: Model KENMORE SIDE BY SIDE Air diffuser was “squealing”. Found a video of the problem on YouTube. Went to AppliancePartsPros.com and ordered a replacement part. Received the Air Diffuser promptly. Fast shipping. Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers
Dennis B Oakland , CA March 31, 2018 Broken diffuser. Replace the diffuser. Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Socket Set
Jim K Keaau , HI April 25, 2026 Appliance: Model KENMORE 106.51163210 Refrig compartment was getting too cold Replaced the thermistor - no change. Replaced main control board - no change. Finally found a broken hinge on the freezer to Refrigerator damper flapper - changed the Damper air diffuser - All OK Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers
Alfred S Naples , FL September 19, 2025 Air diffuser was making noise I did reaplace Air diffuser, and now is working perfect. Thank you Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers
Craig W Juneau , AK October 24, 2024 Appliance: Model 106.51713411 Refrigerator diffuser making noise Replaced the diffuser. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers
Kenneth C Prattville , AL February 10, 2024 Air diffuser making knocking noise. Easy fix that took about 5 minutes. Just like the video showed. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers
Pam P Hatfield , PA January 09, 2024 Noise coming from the air diffuser fan in my Whirlpool fridge. Ordered the part and watched a video on how to replace it. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers
Susan S La Jolla , CA July 31, 2023 Whirlpool refrigerator was making intermittent "grinding" noises. We replaced the Air Diffuser with a new part from AppliancePartsPros.com Very easy repair and now our refrigerator is very quiet again....Thanks! Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers