Kenmore Refrigerator 106.52609100 (10652609100, 106 52609100) Parts

The Whirlpool latch spring is an OEM replacement part responsible for securing the ice container or bin in place on a refrigerator. Its main function is to provide tension and support to the ice container latch, allowing it to engage and disengage properly. When the ice container is inserted into the refrigerator's ice compartment, the latch spring ensures that it securely locks in place, preventing accidental spillage of ice.

Causes of a bad latch spring can include metal fatigue from repeated use, rust or corrosion from exposure to moisture, or physical damage from accidental impacts.

Symptoms of a bad latch spring include:

• The ice container not staying in place and sliding out of position
• Difficulty in properly attaching or detaching the ice container from the refrigerator
• The ice container feeling loose or wobbly when inside the ice compartment
• The ice container not aligning correctly with the ice dispenser or auger

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

Size: 8 x 1/2 ab.

This upper ice bin holds ice and engages the auger/crusher assembly for dispensing from the freezer. Replacing a cracked or worn bin restores smooth cubed or crushed ice delivery and reduces jams and spills. What it does:

• Holds and feeds ice to the auger/crusher for dispensing through the door
• Aligns and supports the auger drive and crusher components
• Helps maintain proper ice flow and dispensing performance
• Common symptoms: ice won't dispense or crush, bin won't seat/latch, visible cracks or broken tabs, unusual grinding from the bin area

• One upper ice bin

• Disconnect power before servicing; remove the ice bucket from the freezer
• Empty remaining ice and transfer any reusable internal components from the old bin to the new bin as required by your model
• Ensure the auger drive yoke engages and the bin seats fully before restoring power
• Handle carefully; overtightening fasteners can crack the new bin

Size: 1/4 inch. Nut for plastic water line.

The Shelf Stud is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. It serves as a support peg that holds the refrigerator shelves in place, ensuring they remain stable and properly positioned.

Causes of a bad shelf stud can include wear and tear from regular use, accidental impact that causes the stud to break, or repeated removal and reinstallation of shelves leading to loosening or damage.

Symptoms of a bad shelf stud include:

• Shelves not staying securely in place
• Shelves tilting or collapsing
• Visible cracks or damage to the stud
• Difficulty in inserting or removing shelves

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

This is a rear stud with a screw. For the front stud with screw use part number W11223328. For studs with no screw use kit part number 4388538.

Clip for bottom grill. If your original clip is riveted, order screw WP489478.

This push-button door switch senses when your refrigerator door opens and closes to control the interior light. Replace a worn or stuck switch to restore reliable lighting and proper on/off operation when the door moves. What it does:

• Turns the interior light on when the door opens and off when it closes
• Common fix for a light that won't turn on with the door open
• Resolves lights that stay on continuously with the door closed
• Addresses intermittent lighting from a sticking or damaged plunger

• One door switch

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Carefully pry the old switch from the liner; protect the surface to avoid damage
• Transfer wires to the new switch one at a time to maintain correct connections
• Press the new switch fully into place and restore power to test operation

This flexible, narrow brush reaches under and behind the cabinet to sweep dust and lint from condenser coils and vents. Cleaning built-up debris helps restore airflow and support proper cooling performance.

• Sweeps dust, lint, and pet hair from condenser coils and ventilation areas
• Flexible reach helps access coils beneath or behind the appliance
• Aids proper heat dissipation by clearing airflow paths
• Helpful when coils are visibly dirty, cooling seems weak, or the unit runs longer than usual

• Unplug or disconnect power before cleaning
• Remove the toe grille or rear access panel if needed to access coils
• Brush gently along the coil fins; avoid bending fins or damaging tubing
• Vacuum or wipe up loosened debris before replacing any panels and restoring power

White. For black order WP2186494B. For biscuit order WP2186494T.

Bottle with brush. Color: Black. Size: 0.6 fl.oz.

This replacement ice maker cover snaps over the icemaker assembly to shield moving parts and keep frost and debris out. Replacing a cracked or missing cover helps restore reliable ice production and a clean, finished look inside the freezer.

• Protects the ice maker's internal components from accidental contact and debris
• Helps reduce frost buildup around the ejector and motor area
• Maintains proper fit and clearance for smooth ice harvesting
• Common symptoms: cover cracked, broken tabs, loose or missing cover, excess frost around the icemaker

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator and turn off the water supply
• Remove the ice bin to access the ice maker
• Release any retaining tabs or screws and remove the old cover
• Install the new cover, ensuring the ejector and shutoff arm move freely; restore power and water

Color: clear. It measures about 6 inches wide by 3-1/2 inches high by 15 inches deep.

This icemaker mounting bracket secures the ice maker to the freezer wall, keeping the assembly level and correctly aligned with the fill tube. Replacing a bent or broken bracket helps restore stable ice production and reduces rattling or leaks.

• Supports and stabilizes the ice maker assembly inside the freezer
• Maintains proper alignment with the fill tube and ejector mechanism
• Helps prevent vibration, rattling, and water overspray that can cause ice clumps or cubes missing the bin
• Common signs include a loose or sagging ice maker, crooked alignment, noise during harvest, or water/ice buildup near the fill area

• Unplug the refrigerator and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Remove the ice bin and ice maker to access; transfer and reuse existing screws to install the new bracket in the factory holes
• Level the ice maker and confirm fill-tube alignment before tightening fasteners
• Restore power and water; check for leaks and normal ice production

This replacement screw secures appliance panels and components so they stay tight and aligned during use. Replacing a missing or damaged screw restores a solid fit and helps eliminate rattles, loose trim, or shifting parts.

• Fastens brackets, panels, trim, or components to the appliance chassis
• Helps correct loose or missing hardware after vibration or service
• Replaces stripped, rusted, or broken screws
• Can reduce rattling noises or misaligned parts caused by missing fasteners

• Disconnect power; for gas appliances, also shut off the gas supply
• Support the part being fastened; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Use the correct driver size; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Replace hardware with the exact part number to ensure proper fit

This evaporator fan motor circulates air across the freezer's evaporator coils and throughout the cabinet. Replacing a worn or stalled motor restores proper airflow for even cooling and helps reduce warm spots and frost buildup. What it does:

• Drives the evaporator fan blade to move cold air over the coils and into both compartments
• Helps maintain stable, even temperatures and consistent airflow
• Typical symptoms: weak or no airflow from vents, refrigerator warmer than normal, unusual squealing/rattling from the freezer area, or the fan not running
• Often runs only with the door switch depressed—useful for diagnosis

• Evaporator fan motor

• Disconnect power before servicing; panels and coil fins can be sharp—wear cut-resistant gloves
• Access from the freezer: remove shelves/ice bin and rear panel to reach the motor
• Transfer the fan blade and any mounting hardware from the original motor
• Reconnect wiring, ensure the blade spins freely, and test operation with the door switch before reassembly

This replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and internal components within your appliance. Replacing a missing or damaged fastener restores a tight fit, reduces vibration and noise, and helps keep parts properly aligned during operation.

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, or internal components to the chassis
• Maintains proper alignment and stability during normal use
• Replaces missing, rusted, or stripped hardware
• Common symptoms: loose or rattling panels, vibration, difficulty fastening, or a visibly missing screw

• Disconnect power; for gas appliances, also shut off the gas supply
• Match length and thread to the original; replace one-for-one in the same location
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• If the receiving hole is stripped, repair threads or replace the clip/nut before installing