Parts for Kenmore 596.79543016 (59679543016, 596 79543016): Motor And Ice Container Parts

This impinger assembly directs heated airflow inside the oven/microwave cavity to help promote even cooking and consistent heating. It replaces a damaged or warped air baffle to restore proper airflow distribution. What it does:

• Routes and evens airflow across the cooking cavity to help reduce cold spots
• Helps maintain consistent internal temperatures during operation
• Prevents hot air from short-circuiting around food for more uniform results
• Replaces cracked, warped, or missing air-baffle components that impair airflow

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair
• Use appropriate hand tools and take care to avoid sharp sheet-metal edges
• Inspect mounting clips/fasteners and replace if damaged; follow OEM fitment orientation

This replacement motor restores powered rotation to the assembly it drives, bringing smooth, dependable operation back to your appliance. Replacing a weak, noisy, or seized motor can resolve no-run or intermittent performance of the connected function. What it does

• Converts electrical power into controlled shaft rotation to operate the connected mechanism
• Failure signs can include humming or grinding noises, overheating odor, or the feature not starting
• Excess vibration or heat can indicate worn bearings or windings

• 1 motor

• Disconnect power (and shut off water if applicable) before servicing
• Note wire connections and orientation; transfer any brackets, grommets, or attached parts from the original motor if required by your model
• Ensure the shaft spins freely and clearances are correct before reassembly
• Restore power and test; monitor for abnormal noise or heat on first run

This blower wheel moves air through the appliance's ventilation system so clothes dry evenly and components stay cool. It restores proper airflow to improve drying performance and reduce overheating risk. What it does:

• Spins to circulate air through the drum and exhaust vent for efficient drying
• Replaces a damaged or broken wheel that can cause reduced airflow and long dry times
• Stops abnormal noises from a cracked or out-of-balance impeller
• Helps prevent overheating caused by restricted or insufficient airflow

• Disconnect power (and gas, if applicable) before beginning any repair
• Inspect the mounting shaft, housing, and fasteners; replace any damaged hardware
• Ensure correct wheel orientation and secure fit to avoid vibration or rubbing

This rubber grommet cushions and seals a wiring, hose, or shaft opening to help prevent abrasion, reduce vibration, and maintain a snug fit for quieter, safer appliance operation. What it does:

• Protects wiring, hoses, or moving shafts from chafing and wear
• Helps seal openings to limit water, air, or lint intrusion
• Dampens vibration and reduces noise where panels or components meet
• Worn or damaged grommets can cause rubbing sounds, visible wear, loose hoses, or leaks

• Disconnect power (and water if applicable) before beginning any repair
• Push-fit replacement in most applications; a small screwdriver or needle-nose pliers can help with removal or alignment
• Inspect surrounding seals, hoses, and mounting surfaces and replace damaged parts as needed

This replacement divider restores separation and organization inside the refrigerator so food stays grouped and doesn't shift during normal use. It fits into the interior shelf/drawer area to help keep items tidy and accessible. What it does:

• Separates storage space to keep foods organized and prevent shifting
• Helps maintain clear zones for different items
• Replaces cracked, broken or missing dividers that allow items to fall or mix
• Matches OEM fit to sit securely in the shelf or drawer track

• One replacement divider

• Remove food and sliding drawers or shelves before installing to avoid spills
• Align divider tabs with the shelf/drawer tracks and press into place until it seats securely
• Use gloves to protect hands from sharp shelf edges

This gasket for the damper assembly provides a replacement seal that helps keep compartments properly isolated and reduces air leakage. Replacing a worn gasket restores more consistent airflow and supports stable internal temperatures. What it does:

• Seals the damper opening to reduce unwanted air transfer between compartments.
• Helps the damper close and regulate airflow for more consistent temperature control.
• Common symptoms of a failing gasket: temperature swings, frost or moisture buildup, and noisy or improperly closing damper.
• Restoring a proper seal can improve cooling consistency and help avoid overworking the compressor.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before attempting service.
• Remove interior items and any trim panels needed for damper access; use gentle prying to avoid damage.
• Seat the new gasket fully into the damper groove and verify smooth damper movement before replacing panels and contents.

The Auger Motor is an OEM part for Frigidaire refrigerators. This motor powers the auger in the refrigerator's ice maker unit. The auger rotates during ice-making, ejecting ice from the mold and depositing cubes into the storage bin.  

Causes of a bad auger motor can include wear and tear over time from continuous use, or damage from unbalanced ice molds or debris buildup.

Symptoms of a bad auger motor include:

• Ice maker not producing ice or producing ice inconsistently  
• Ice cubes jammed or frozen together in the storage bin
• Loud buzzing or grinding noises coming from the ice maker area
• Inability to eject ice properly into the storage bin

Replacing this OEM Frigidaire auger motor helps ensure consistent, reliable ice production. This replacement part is compatible with Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, and Kenmore models.

Electronic air damper control assembly for the refrigerator. It regulates the flow of cold air from the freezer into the fresh food compartment to keep temperatures consistent, helping prevent warm spots or over-cooling that can freeze items.

• Opens and closes a damper door to meter airflow from the freezer into the refrigerator
• Helps maintain set temperatures and balanced airflow between compartments
• Resolves symptoms such as a warm fresh-food section, items freezing in the refrigerator, temperature swings, weak/no airflow from the diffuser, or clicking/buzzing noises from the damper area

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing; use gloves to protect from sharp edges
• Remove shelves and the air duct/cover to access the damper; keep fasteners for reuse
• Unplug the wiring connector, release locking tabs, and install the new assembly fully seated and aligned
• Restore power and verify damper operation and airflow before reloading the compartment

This replacement screw secures specified refrigerator components—such as covers, brackets, and internal panels—so they stay properly mounted. Replace a missing, stripped, or corroded fastener to restore a tight, rattle-free fit and reliable operation.

• Provides the correct fastener for locations identified in your model's parts diagram
• Helps prevent looseness, vibration, and rattling of panels or brackets
• Replace if the head is stripped, threads are worn, or the screw is missing
• Symptoms can include loose parts, gaps, or noises from movement

• Unplug the refrigerator and shut off water if working near the ice maker or dispenser
• Match length and type to the original; follow your model's parts diagram for placement
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without over-torquing, especially into plastic
• Keep track of screw positions; do not mix different screw lengths or styles

This replacement screw secures specified refrigerator components—such as covers, brackets, and internal panels—so they stay properly mounted. Replace a missing, stripped, or corroded fastener to restore a tight, rattle-free fit and reliable operation.

• Provides the correct fastener for locations identified in your model's parts diagram
• Helps prevent looseness, vibration, and rattling of panels or brackets
• Replace if the head is stripped, threads are worn, or the screw is missing
• Symptoms can include loose parts, gaps, or noises from movement

• Unplug the refrigerator and shut off water if working near the ice maker or dispenser
• Match length and type to the original; follow your model's parts diagram for placement
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without over-torquing, especially into plastic
• Keep track of screw positions; do not mix different screw lengths or styles

The Spacer is an OEM component specifically designed for Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerators. Located within refrigerator door walls, it maintains precise alignment between internal insulation and outer door panels.

Causes of a bad spacer include cracks or breaks developing from repeated door openings and closings. Prolonged very low temperatures can also make plastic prone to snapping.

Symptoms of a bad spacer include: 

• Misaligned or loose door walls and panels
• Cold air leakage around the door perimeter
• Difficulty closing doors completely flat
• Visible broken pieces inside door walls

This OEM Whirlpool replacement spacer restores critical door insulation integrity. Its durable construction supports tight door seals to maintain interior climate control.

Replace yours if any issues arise. This part is also compatible with some GE, Crosley, and select Kenmore side-by-side models. Reliable seal performance relies on an OEM spacer replacement when failing.

The Ice Dispenser Yoke is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool refrigerators. It houses the ice dispensing mechanism and guides ice from the ice bucket into the chute upon user activation.

Causes of a bad ice dispenser yoke include worn gears or parts that lead to failure of the dispensing mechanism. Broken pieces or cracks in the yoke itself can also prevent proper ice delivery.

Symptoms of a bad ice dispenser yoke include:

• Ice jams or fails to dispense from the refrigerator door
• Chunky or uneven pieces of ice dispensed
• Grinding or sticking sounds coming from the ice dispensing area
• Dispenser mechanism not activating or operating as intended

This OEM Whirlpool part keeps operations efficient without spills or frustration. It's also compatible with models by Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, and Roper refrigerators.

This ice container assembly stores ice in the freezer and interfaces with the dispenser to deliver cubed or crushed ice. Replacing a cracked or worn bin restores smooth, consistent ice dispensing performance.

• Holds harvested ice and mounts in the freezer or door for easy access
• Interfaces with the dispenser drive to move ice through the chute
• Supports cubed/crushed dispensing when equipped
• Common symptoms of failure: no ice dispensing, ice only crushes or won't crush, visible cracks or broken/stripped drive engagement

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Remove the existing bin; empty any remaining ice and clear the chute
• Align the new container with the drive coupler and rails; slide in until fully seated
• Restore power and test ice dispensing (cubed/crushed if equipped)