Lg 5300JK1005K Freezer Defrost Heater OEM Part

I have had the unfortunate problem of fixing this previously, so knew what to order. I ordered the defrost sensor and heater... and replaced both. Honestly, all I needed was the sensor I did and ohm test and got 0 on it... meaning it was bad, but just in case I replaced the heater. The fridge works great now, but I would suggest if this is your first time with this issue, remove the panel, unplug both sensors from the fridge, and do and ohm test while they are still in the fridge... and then replace the defective component... which is most likely just the sensor.

I went online to Appliance Parts Pros and ended up chatting with a representative who guided me in the right direction. It was the defrost element, and I also took his advice and changed the sensor.

Could not have done it without this app, it told me everything to do.

I'v e taken the freezer apart before for a plugged drain hole. Was hoping this was the same thing but it was not. Did some research for possible causes and came up with 2. 1- door not sealing and defrost cycle not working. The door seal could be it but I had not noticed the seal until after the ice started to b build up. So I went with option #2, the defrost cycle. Being a DIY type of guy (or wantabe) I checked out the web and the videos and ordered this parts. I took pictures with my phone for the wire routing and zip tie locations, etc. Everything went just as planned except for 1 thing. The replacement sensor did not come with AL tape around it. I was able to peal enough (?) from the old one to cover the new one. Then got everything in place and put back together. The videos where a huge help. Don't forget the tin snips for the heating element holder on the right lower side.

Replaced the sensor and heater rod