Parts for Kenmore 106.8609521 (1068609521, 106 8609521): Door Parts

This freezer door gasket seals the door to the cabinet to keep cold air in and humid air out. Replacing a worn gasket restores a proper seal, helping maintain temperature and reducing frost and condensation around the door.

• Creates a continuous perimeter seal between the freezer door and cabinet
• Helps stabilize freezer temperatures and limits warm-air leaks that can lead to frost/ice buildup
• Common failure signs: torn or hardened gasket, visible gaps, moisture or ice near the door
• Almond color to match compatible units

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Warm the new gasket in hot water or with low heat to relax folds, then start at the corners and work evenly around the door
• On screw-retained styles, loosen perimeter screws and tuck the gasket lip under the retainer; tighten evenly
• After installation, check seal with a dollar-bill test and allow up to 24 hours for the gasket to fully conform

This replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and other components in your appliance so they stay tight and properly aligned. Use it to replace missing, stripped, or rusted hardware and eliminate looseness, rattles, or gaps.

• Fastens parts to the cabinet/frame to maintain structural integrity
• Helps keep panels and assemblies aligned to reduce vibration and noise
• Replaces missing, damaged, or corroded screws during service
• Common fix for loose panels or components that no longer hold securely

• Disconnect power and shut off water or gas before servicing
• Match length and thread to the original screw for proper fit
• Hand-start threads to avoid cross-threading; tighten only until snug—do not overtighten
• Tighten them evenly to ensure proper alignment

This sheet-metal screw secures appliance panels, brackets, and components to the cabinet. Replacing a missing or stripped fastener restores a tight, rattle-free fit and helps keep assemblies aligned for reliable operation.

• Fastens sheet-metal parts to the chassis or support brackets
• Replaces stripped, corroded, or lost screws to restore proper hold
• Helps reduce vibration and noise from loose panels
• Maintains alignment of covers, ducts, or trim

• Disconnect power to the appliance; shut off water or gas if applicable.
• Match this screw to the original location and length.
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten until snug—do not overtighten.
• If the original hole is damaged, repair or replace the mounting point before installing.

This sheet-metal screw secures appliance panels, brackets, and components to the cabinet. Replacing a missing or stripped fastener restores a tight, rattle-free fit and helps keep assemblies aligned for reliable operation.

• Fastens sheet-metal parts to the chassis or support brackets
• Replaces stripped, corroded, or lost screws to restore proper hold
• Helps reduce vibration and noise from loose panels
• Maintains alignment of covers, ducts, or trim

• Disconnect power to the appliance; shut off water or gas if applicable.
• Match this screw to the original location and length.
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten until snug—do not overtighten.
• If the original hole is damaged, repair or replace the mounting point before installing.

This part has been discontinued and is no longer available.

This part has been discontinued by the manufacturer and is no longer available.

This factory fastener is a #8-18 x 5/8-inch Type AB screw designed for appliance assembly. It secures panels and components to restore a tight, rattle-free fit and dependable alignment. What it does:

• Thread-forming Type AB design engages thin metal or plastic components
• Secures panels, brackets, trim, or covers to reduce looseness and vibration
• Replaces missing, stripped, or corroded fasteners
• Helps maintain alignment for proper operation and reduced noise

• One screw

• Disconnect power before servicing; shut off water supply if working near water lines
• Use the correct driver for the screw head; start by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten until snug—do not overtighten to prevent stripping or cracking plastic
• Repair damaged holes or replace worn clips/inserts before installing the new screw

• Size: #8-18 x 5/8 in (length 0.625 in)
• Thread type: Type AB, thread-forming

This replacement screw secures appliance panels, brackets, and components to the cabinet or chassis. The #8-15 x 1/2 in. size restores a snug, reliable hold when original hardware is missing, stripped, or corroded.

• Fastens panels, brackets, and trim to the appliance cabinet or chassis
• Helps reduce rattling, vibration, or looseness caused by missing/stripped hardware
• Restores proper alignment of parts that have shifted due to loose fasteners
• Size/spec: #8-15 thread, 1/2-inch length; use where this size is specified

• Disconnect power and shut off gas/water supplies before servicing
• Replace one screw at a time to maintain alignment of parts
• Start threads by hand to prevent cross-threading; do not overtighten
• Use a matching driver/bit type for the screw head used in your appliance

This part has been discontinued by the manufacturer and is no longer available.

This door trim retainer replaces a broken or missing end cap that holds the door shelf rail/retainer bar in place on the refrigerator or freezer door. It keeps the rail secured so door-shelf contents are properly contained.

• Secures the door shelf trim/retainer bar to the door liner
• Helps keep the rail aligned and prevents it from loosening or falling off
• Replace when the end cap is cracked, missing, or won't hold the rail
• Common symptoms: loose or sagging door rail, bar popping off, gaps at the rail ends

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Support the rail, then release and remove the damaged end cap
• Reuse existing screws/fasteners if your model uses them
• Align and snap/secure the new end cap; ensure the rail is fully seated

Size: 63-1/2 x 35-1/2 x 2-5/8 inch.