Parts for Kitchenaid KODE500EBL02: 03 - Oven Parts

This tube-vent is the replacement exhaust tube that channels hot, moist air from the dryer to the external vent, helping the dryer remove moisture efficiently and operate safely. What it does:

• Routes dryer exhaust from the drum area to the vent outlet for proper airflow
• Prevents exhaust air leakage that can reduce drying performance
• Helps avoid lint buildup in the cabinet area when intact
• Commonly replaced when cracked, crushed, or collapsed and causing poor drying or unusual odors

• One tube-vent

• Disconnect power (and gas, if applicable) before starting any repair
• Inspect and clear the external vent path; secure tube with appropriate clamps or fasteners
• Do not kink, stretch, or sharply bend the tube — ensure a smooth airflow path
• If you detect heavy lint buildup or damage to ducts, clean or replace the entire venting run and follow local building codes

The Door Hinge Receiver is an OEM part for Whirlpool ranges. It receives and pivotally mounts the range door hinges, facilitating smooth opening and closing of the door.

Causes of a bad range door hinge receiver include normal wear and tear over time, repeated opening and closing stress, and damage or warping from excessive heat exposure.

Symptoms of a bad door hinge receiver include:

• Cracks or wear on mounting surfaces that could compromise safety
• A loose, wobbly or misaligned range door that does not seal properly
• The door being difficult to open and close smoothly
• Potential for the door to fall off if mounting surfaces fail

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.
 

This spacer provides a small, rigid gap between appliance components to maintain proper alignment and prevent contact. It restores correct spacing so panels, doors, or assemblies fit and move as intended. What it does:

• Maintains proper clearance between parts to prevent rubbing, binding, or wear
• Helps align panels, trim, or assemblies for smooth operation
• Supports fasteners or clips to ensure a secure fit
• Can reduce vibration-related noise when spacing is correct

• One spacer

• Disconnect power or gas before servicing the appliance
• Inspect mounting area and fasteners; replace any worn clips or screws as needed
• Install in the original orientation; do not force into place or over-tighten fasteners

Halogen oven light that restores bright interior illumination so you can check food without opening the door. Direct-fit replacement that returns clear, focused lighting to compatible Whirlpool ovens. What it does:

• Replaces a burned-out or dim oven light so the interior is clearly visible
• Stops flickering or intermittent lighting caused by a failed halogen bulb
• Provides concentrated, high-intensity light for better visibility while cooking
• Helps identify when interior glass is cracked or bulb filament is damaged

• Always disconnect power to the appliance at the breaker before servicing the oven
• Allow the old bulb to cool completely; halogen bulbs run hot
• Avoid touching the new halogen bulb glass with bare hands — use gloves or a clean cloth to prevent oil deposits and premature failure

This factory fastener secures components inside your appliance, keeping panels, brackets, and assemblies properly attached. Replacing a worn, stripped, or missing screw restores a tight fit and helps prevent vibration, rattling, and misalignment.

• Fastens parts to frames, panels, or brackets as specified in your model's parts diagram
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration/rattling during operation
• Replace when the original screw is missing, corroded, stripped, or no longer holds
• Direct OEM hardware for the designated locations on applicable models

• Disconnect power; shut off gas/water if applicable. Allow hot surfaces to cool.
• Use the correct driver size; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading.
• Tighten until snug—do not overtighten, especially into plastic or thin sheet metal.
• If a mating clip, insert, or nut is damaged, replace that hardware per your model diagram.

The Cavity Gasket Pyro 30" is an OEM part for Whirlpool ovens. This gasket seals the oven door to the oven cavity, preventing heat from escaping and ensuring optimal cooking temperatures are maintained. It helps in improving energy efficiency and cooking performance by keeping the heat contained within the oven.

Over time, the cavity gasket can wear out, become brittle, or get damaged due to repeated exposure to high temperatures and regular use. Improper cleaning methods or accidental tearing can also cause the gasket to fail.

Symptoms of a bad Cavity Gasket include:

• Heat escaping from the oven door
• Longer preheating times
• Uneven cooking or baking results
• Visible cracks or gaps in the gasket

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

This sensor monitors moisture inside the microwave cavity during Sensor Cook/Reheat cycles so the control can automatically set time and power. Replace it if sensor-based functions stop working or the unit shows a sensor error during cooking.

• Detects steam/humidity during sensor cycles to help the control adjust cook time and power
• Helps improve cooking results on Sensor Cook/Reheat programs
• Common failure signs: sensor-cook options won't start or end early, or the display shows a sensor error
• Intermittent or inconsistent results on sensor-only programs can also indicate a failing sensor

• Disconnect power before service. Microwaves can retain dangerous high voltage even when unplugged—use extreme caution
• Access is typically behind the control panel or top grille; note wire routing and connector orientation before removal
• Handle the sensor by its body/connector—avoid touching the sensing element
• After installation, run a sensor-cook cycle to confirm proper operation

A 6-32 machine screw used to secure panels, brackets, and components in many Whirlpool appliances. Replaces worn or missing fasteners to restore proper fit and stop loose parts from rattling or shifting. What it does:

• Secures panels, trim, brackets, and small assemblies
• Helps stop vibration and rattling caused by loose fasteners
• Restores proper alignment for parts held by a 6-32 thread
• Prevents further wear from movement or improper fit

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any repair
• Use the correct driver for the screw head to avoid stripping
• Thread gently and avoid overtightening to prevent damage to threads or components
• Keep removed fasteners organized to ensure correct reassembly

The High Limit Thermostat is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool ovens. It acts as a safety mechanism that monitors the oven's temperature to prevent overheating. When the oven exceeds a specific temperature, the high-limit thermostat interrupts the electrical flow to the heating element, ensuring the appliance remains within safe operating conditions.

Causes of a bad High Limit Thermostat can include a malfunction due to electrical issues or component failure. It may become unresponsive over time, failing to cut off the power to the heating element when the oven overheats.

Symptoms of a bad High Limit Thermostat include:

• The oven not heating up adequately or overheating
• Inconsistent oven temperatures leading to undercooked or overcooked food
• The thermostat being unresponsive or failing to regulate the oven’s temperature

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

This oven vent directs heated air out of the oven cavity to help maintain consistent cooking temperatures and protect surrounding cabinetry. It's a direct-replacement vent piece that restores proper airflow and clears steam and heat from the oven area. What it does:

• Channels exhaust and steam from the oven cavity to the exterior vent path
• Helps improve temperature stability and reduce internal heat buildup
• Reduces the chance of heat damage to surrounding surfaces and components
• Commonly replaced when vent is cracked, warped, or blocked

• One oven vent

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any service
• Remove oven door or inner panels as required to access the vent per your model's service instructions
• Inspect surrounding seals and clips; replace any damaged hardware for a secure fit

Bottom vent assembly channels heated air from the oven cavity out the appliance base, protecting internal components and restoring proper ventilation. Replace a damaged lower vent to help maintain safe airflow and cabinet temperatures. What it does:

• Channels hot oven air out the appliance base to help keep controls and components cooler.
• Shields the oven cavity from debris and helps maintain proper airflow.
• Common replacement signs: cracked, broken or warped vent pieces, visible gaps at the lower vent opening, or excessive heat at the cabinet base.
• Fits as the lower/front vent that mounts beneath the oven cavity.

• Disconnect power (unplug or switch off the breaker) before servicing the appliance.
• Removal of the oven drawer or lower access panel and a few mounting screws is typically required; retain all hardware for reassembly.
• Inspect surrounding tabs, clips, and mounting areas and replace any damaged fasteners for a secure fit.

This bottom vent assembly mounts at the lower front of the oven and channels hot air out of the cavity. Replacing a damaged or missing vent helps maintain proper airflow and a clean, finished appearance.

• Directs oven exhaust and heat away from the cavity and surrounding cabinetry
• Helps guide airflow to reduce heat buildup at the front of the appliance
• Covers the lower opening for a clean, finished look
• Common replacement for vents that are cracked, bent, discolored, loose, or missing

• Disconnect power at the breaker and allow the oven to cool completely before servicing
• Access from the front; remove the fasteners securing the original vent and support it during removal
• Transfer any reusable brackets or hardware from the old vent to the new one
• Align and secure the new vent; ensure it sits evenly and does not interfere with door operation

This chassis bottom duct is the lower access cover that protects internal components and channels airflow under the appliance cabinet. It helps keep wiring and parts shielded while allowing proper ventilation. What it does:

• Covers and protects the appliance chassis bottom area from dust, debris and accidental contact
• Directs airflow under the cabinet to support cooling/ventilation paths
• Prevents loose items from entering the chassis and interfering with components
• Can be replaced when cracked, warped, missing, or causing gaps that expose internals

• Intended for use as a direct-replacement exterior cover; verify fit before installation
• Power off and unplug the appliance before removing or installing the duct
• Remove any obstructing panels or fasteners to access the mounting points; retain hardware if reusing
• If damage extends to adjacent components, inspect internal wiring and mounts for service

This bottom vent trim is the front kick-panel trim that finishes and secures the lower vent opening on compatible laundry appliances. It provides a clean appearance and helps direct airflow through the cabinet vent area. What it does:

• Covers and finishes the lower front vent opening for a factory look
• Helps secure the vent/grille area and conceal internal components
• Keeps debris from entering the lower cabinet space
• A damaged or missing trim can cause visible gaps, rattling, or reduced cosmetic appearance

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning work
• Typically installs at the lower front with clips or screws after removing the access panel or grille
• Handle edges carefully to avoid scratching finished surfaces; use appropriate hand tools
• Replace only with the correct trim for your model to ensure proper fit and ventilation

This bottom vent trim covers the lower front opening and directs airflow while giving the appliance a finished, clean look. It replaces a damaged or missing kickplate to restore proper ventilation and appearance.

• Shields the lower cabinet opening and helps guide airflow through the base
• Improves finished look by concealing internal components at the bottom front
• Common symptoms of failure include a loose, cracked, or missing trim and rattling at the base
• Can affect airflow if the trim is broken, warped, or not secured

• Unplug power and shut off utilities as applicable before servicing
• Remove existing fasteners, note their locations, and retain for reuse if still serviceable
• Align the trim with mounting points; secure with the correct hardware per your model
• Do not overtighten fasteners to avoid cracking the trim

This wire cover is a protective sleeve that helps route and shield appliance wiring to reduce wear and prevent accidental contact. It restores a neater harness run and helps maintain safe electrical routing inside the appliance. What it does:

• Protects wires from abrasion and chafing against sharp edges or moving parts
• Helps prevent exposed conductors that can cause shorts, arcing, or burning smells
• Keeps wiring bundled and routed to reduce pinching and stress on connectors
• Reduces risk of intermittent electrical issues caused by damaged insulation

• Disconnect power before beginning any service to avoid shock or injury
• Inspect surrounding wiring and connectors for damage; replace any frayed or exposed wires
• Slide cover over the wiring harness or route harness through sleeve as needed; secure with existing clips or approved fasteners

The Whirlpool screw is an OEM replacement part responsible for securing various components or parts on different types of Whirlpool appliances. The screw is designed to provide a secure and reliable fastening connection, ensuring that different parts of the appliance stay in place. It is commonly used in different locations within the appliance, such as the cabinet, panels, or other structural elements.

This part fixes the following symptoms:

• Loose or wobbly components within the appliance
• Panels or parts that are not securely attached
• Rattling or unusual noises due to loose parts
• Damaged or missing screw

The Whirlpool screw can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

Halogen oven light that restores bright interior illumination so you can check food without opening the door. Direct-fit replacement that returns clear, focused lighting to compatible Whirlpool ovens. What it does:

• Replaces a burned-out or dim oven light so the interior is clearly visible
• Stops flickering or intermittent lighting caused by a failed halogen bulb
• Provides concentrated, high-intensity light for better visibility while cooking
• Helps identify when interior glass is cracked or bulb filament is damaged

• Always disconnect power to the appliance at the breaker before servicing the oven
• Allow the old bulb to cool completely; halogen bulbs run hot
• Avoid touching the new halogen bulb glass with bare hands — use gloves or a clean cloth to prevent oil deposits and premature failure

The Light Bulb is an OEM part for Whirlpool microwaves. It provides illumination inside the microwave, allowing you to monitor the cooking process. This light bulb is designed to fit securely in the designated socket, ensuring consistent and bright lighting.

Causes of a bad light bulb can include burning out due to extended use, damage to the bulb or filament, or issues with the electrical socket. When the bulb fails, it can make it difficult to see inside the microwave while it is in operation.

Symptoms of a bad light bulb include:

• No light inside the microwave when in use
• Flickering or dim light
• Light turning on and off intermittently

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

This genuine replacement screw secures appliance components and restores proper fit where the original fastener has worn, stripped, or gone missing. It's a simple, reliable part to help stop rattling and keep panels and assemblies aligned. What it does:

• Fastens panels, brackets, or assemblies to maintain proper alignment and reduce vibration
• Replaces damaged, stripped, or missing screws to restore secure connections
• Helps eliminate rattling, loose trim, or gaps caused by a missing fastener
• Works where the appliance's original screw is required for proper fit

• Use the correct screwdriver or bit to avoid stripping the head
• Tighten until snug; avoid over-torquing which can strip threads or crack plastic
• Disconnect power and follow appliance safety procedures before accessing internal parts