Kenmore Refrigerator 253.44352408 (25344352408, 253 44352408) Parts

This replacement screw secures appliance components in place. Use it to replace a missing, stripped, or rusted fastener so shelves, handles, panels, or brackets stay properly mounted and the unit operates without unwanted movement.

• Fastens components to the cabinet, door, liner, or frame
• Restores a solid fit when the original screw is worn or lost
• Helps eliminate looseness, rattling, or misalignment
• Matches the original hardware for correct fit and thread engagement

• Disconnect power before servicing; for refrigerators, also turn off the water supply
• Align parts and start the screw by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten with the correct driver; do not overtighten, especially into plastic
• If receiving threads are damaged, repair or replace the mating clip/bracket before installing

This drive cam is the rotating plastic cam used in the refrigerator's ice system. It transfers the motor's motion to linked parts to advance the cycle so ice can be produced and dispensed smoothly.

• Transfers rotation from the motor to move internal levers/gears in the ice assembly
• Advances the ice-making/dispensing cycle
• Wear or cracks can cause stalling, clicking/grinding, or no/weak ice dispensing
• May lead to ice not ejecting or jamming mid-cycle

• Disconnect power and shut off water before servicing
• Remove the ice bin; access the ice maker or dispenser mechanism as your model requires
• Note the cam's orientation and alignment marks; seat the new cam fully on the shaft
• Reassemble, restore power, and run a test cycle to confirm operation

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The Freezer Basket Hanger is an OEM part for Frigidaire refrigerators. It provides a sturdy mounting solution for organizing freezer baskets and maximizing usable storage space within the freezer compartment.

Causes of a bad freezer basket hanger include cracks or breaks due to heavy loads, general wear and tear over time compromising its structural integrity, or accidental damage during cleaning or rearranging.

Symptoms of a bad freezer basket hanger include:

• Freezer baskets that no longer stay securely in place
• Slide-out baskets that are difficult to maneuver or move freely
• Reduced storage capacity due to unstable basket placement
• Potential for items to fall and become damaged

This OEM Frigidaire part is also compatible with Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator and some Kenmore models.

This receptacle is the mating socket for a plug-in refrigerator component, providing a secure connection for reliable operation. Replacing a worn or heat-damaged socket restores solid contact and helps prevent intermittent performance.

• Serves as the socket/interface for a plug-in component inside the appliance
• Maintains tight contact for consistent operation and safe connectivity
• Replaces loose, burned, or broken sockets that can cause heat or arcing
• Common symptoms: connected part won't run or is intermittent; loose fit; visible discoloration or melting at the socket

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Access the socket location and note/photograph wire orientation
• Transfer wires/terminals one at a time to the new receptacle; ensure full seating
• Inspect the mating plug/harness for heat damage and replace if necessary

Replace a cracked or missing refrigerator bin door to keep items contained and organized. This cover restores proper function so contents stay put and are easy to access when opening and closing the refrigerator. What it does:

• Serves as the cover for a storage bin and pivots open/closed
• Helps retain contents to prevent items from falling out during door movement
• Restores secure, tidy storage when the original door is damaged or missing
• Common symptoms: cracked plastic, broken hinge tabs, won't latch, won't stay attached

• 1 bin door

• Unplug the appliance and remove items from the bin before starting
• Release the old door from its side tabs/hinges; remove any debris from the mounting points
• Align the new door's hinge pins/tabs with the bin's slots and press to snap into place
• Check for smooth pivot and proper latching before reloading items

This filter wrench is a ring-style tool used to loosen or tighten a refrigerator's water filter housing or canister. It provides extra leverage to free a stuck filter cup and helps ensure an even, secure reinstallation.

• Provides leverage to loosen a stuck water filter housing/cup
• Assists with secure, even tightening during reinstallation
• Useful when the housing is difficult to turn by hand
• Helpful in tight spaces where hand access is limited

• Turn off the water supply and dispense water to relieve pressure
• Position the wrench around the filter housing/cup; turn counterclockwise to loosen
• After replacing the filter, tighten the housing until snug—do not overtighten
• Restore water supply and check for leaks

This door bin (also called a door shelf) mounts to the inner door panel and holds bottles, jars, and condiments. Replacing a cracked or missing bin restores storage capacity and keeps items upright when you open and close the door.

• Adds organized storage space on the door for frequently used items
• Attaches to molded rails/tabs to hold contents securely during door movement
• Replace if the bin is cracked, warped, or the retaining hooks are broken
• Common symptoms: bin falls off, won't stay in place, items slide out, or the bin is missing

• Unplug the appliance before servicing
• Lift the old bin straight up and out of the door-liner tabs; transfer contents
• Align the new bin with the same slots and press down firmly until fully seated
• Distribute weight evenly and avoid overloading after installation

This is a factory replacement screw fastener used to secure components in your appliance. It restores a tight, rattle-free fit for panels, brackets, and trim when an original screw is missing, stripped, or corroded.

• Secures panels, brackets, and trim to the appliance cabinet or liner
• Replaces a missing, stripped, or rusty screw
• Helps eliminate looseness, vibration, or rattling components
• Maintains proper alignment and a clean, factory fit

• Unplug the appliance before servicing; if near water lines, shut off the supply
• Match to the original and install in the same location/orientation
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; do not overtighten, especially into plastic
• Keep and reuse any original washers or spacers if present

This freezer shelf provides a sturdy, level surface for organizing food in the freezer compartment. Replace a broken, bowed, or missing shelf to restore storage capacity and keep containers stable, accessible, and out of the air vents.

• Provides a flat, stable surface for food storage in the freezer
• Replaces cracked, warped, or missing shelf that won't sit level
• Helps maintain organization and efficient airflow
• Seats securely in the factory side supports when properly installed

• Disconnect power before servicing; remove food from the work area
• Lift the front edge and pull out to release the old shelf from the side supports
• Align the new shelf with the support rails; push back until fully seated and level
• Load food evenly and avoid overloading the shelf

This aluminum strap secures the defrost heater firmly against the evaporator coil to maintain proper contact during defrost. Correct contact improves heat transfer so frost melts evenly and helps prevent recurring ice buildup on the evaporator.

• Secures the defrost heater to the evaporator for proper contact and heat transfer
• Promotes complete, even defrosting across the evaporator coil
• Helps reduce repeat frost/ice accumulation caused by a shifted or loose heater
• Typical clues include a loose heater, uneven frost pattern, or rattling near the evaporator

• Disconnect power and allow ice to melt before accessing the evaporator
• Use care around sharp fins and fragile refrigerant tubing; do not puncture or deform the coil
• Position the heater per your model's parts diagram and tighten the strap for firm, even contact
• Verify wiring is routed clear of the fan and moving parts before reassembly

Inlet valve to icemaker

This seal-damper is the gasket that fits around a refrigerator's air damper to help keep compartments properly separated and maintain intended airflow. Replacing a torn or compressed seal helps reduce uneven cooling and drafts. What it does:

• Seals the air damper opening to limit unwanted air exchange between compartments
• Helps maintain stable temperatures by preventing cold or warm air leakage
• Common symptom fix: reduces uneven cooling or warm spots near the damper area
• Also helps reduce excess frost or condensation that can form from persistent air leaks

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair and remove nearby food/shelves for access
• Access the damper housing per your model's service instructions, remove the old seal, and seat the new seal onto the damper frame or mounting groove
• Clean the mounting surface of debris or old adhesive so the new seal sits flat; use gentle pressure to fully engage the seal
• If the damper housing is cracked or the seal does not seat properly, replace the damper assembly.

This refrigerator seal restores a tight barrier between internal components. Replacing a worn or damaged seal helps prevent air leaks and moisture intrusion, supporting proper airflow, stable temperatures, and reduced frost or condensation around the joint.

• Creates an air-tight barrier between mating surfaces
• Helps maintain correct airflow and temperature balance between compartments
• Reduces frost, condensation, and warm/cold spots near the sealed area
• Common signs of failure: visible gaps, loose/crumbled seal, rattling panel, moisture or frost at the joint

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Remove the related cover or housing to access the old seal
• Clean contact surfaces; install the new seal in the same orientation without stretching or pinching
• Reassemble and verify an even seal and normal airflow before returning to service

This replacement screw secures designated components in your appliance to maintain a tight, rattle-free fit. Replacing missing or stripped hardware restores proper attachment and helps keep panels and trim properly aligned.

• Fastens specified parts to the cabinet or frame
• Helps maintain alignment of panels and trim pieces
• Replaces missing, stripped, or corroded screws
• Common symptoms: loose or vibrating parts, panel/trim won't stay secured, visible missing hardware

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Hand-start threads to avoid cross-threading; use the correct driver
• Do not overtighten, especially when threading into plastic
• If replacing multiple screws, replace one at a time to maintain alignment

This fixed blade sits inside the refrigerator's ice bucket/crusher assembly. It provides a stationary cutting edge that works with the auger and rotating blades to break up cubes, helping your dispenser deliver consistent crushed ice.

• Stationary crusher blade that works with the auger and rotating blades to crush ice
• Helps prevent whole cubes from passing through on the "crushed" setting
• Worn, bent, or missing blades can cause poor crushing, jams, or uneven ice size
• May help address symptoms like dispenser jamming, irregular crushed ice, or increased grinding noises

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing; remove and empty the ice bucket
• Note the order and orientation of blades, spacers, and fasteners; take reference photos
• Handle sharp metal edges; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Reassemble in the original sequence and tighten hardware snugly; ensure the auger turns freely before reinstalling