Kenmore Refrigerator 253.4438240B (2534438240B, 253 4438240B) Parts

Replacement mounting screw for refrigerators and ice makers. Secures internal components and panels. Order a new screw if original is stripped or missing.

Tube connector for refrigerators. Connects tubing in water or refrigerant lines. Replace if cracked, leaking, or broken to restore proper connection.

This mechanical temperature control thermostat replaces the factory temperature sensing switch to restore proper refrigerator temperature regulation. It helps the appliance maintain set temperatures for safe food storage and normal cooling performance. What it does:

• Senses cabinet temperature and opens/closes the cooling circuit to regulate compressor run time.
• Commonly used when the refrigerator runs constantly or cycles too quickly.
• Works as the user-adjustable temperature control for manual-style refrigerator controls.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair.
• Handle the sensing bulb/capillary tube gently; avoid kinks or sharp bends.
• Verify correct placement of the sensing bulb in the evaporator/probe clip per OEM location.

Refrigerator not cooling or freezing properly? This compressor kit restores cooling performance. Professional installation recommended for this repair.

Wiring harness for refrigerators. Connects electrical components inside the appliance. Replace if wires are frayed, damaged, or connections are loose.

Fix poor cooling or warm refrigerator sections with this heat exchanger kit. Restores proper refrigerant flow in the sealed system. Moderate difficulty.

Flip-up cover for the dairy compartment on your refrigerator's fresh-food door. Keeps butter and cheese contained. Replace when cracked, broken, or missing.

Hex head screw that secures panels, brackets, and internal components in refrigerators and appliances. Replace when missing, stripped, or damaged.

Getting cubed ice when crushed is selected? This fixed blade restores proper ice crushing function. Common repair for ice dispensing issues in minutes.

Replace a cracked, chipped, or stained spill-safe glass shelf in your side-by-side refrigerator. Restores storage space and helps contain spills.

Replacement sliding basket for refrigerator or freezer drawers. Restores smooth gliding storage when original is cracked, broken, or worn out.

Molded housing that directs airflow and protects blower components. Replace if cracked, broken, or missing to restore proper airflow routing in your unit.

This is a replacement mounting screw used to secure the defrost timer assembly to the refrigerator control housing, restoring proper fastening and preventing the timer from shifting or vibrating during operation. What it does:

• Secures the defrost timer to the control housing so the timer stays in position.
• Prevents vibration or movement that can cause intermittent contact or noisy operation.
• Helps maintain reliable defrost cycle timing by keeping the timer properly aligned.
• Addresses symptoms such as a loose or missing fastener, rattling behind the control panel, or a timer that shifts when the door is opened.

• Unplug the appliance before starting work to prevent electrical shock.
• Access the control housing or timer bracket per your model's service instructions.
• Use the correct screwdriver or driver bit; do not overtighten—stop when snug to avoid stripping.
• Retain removed hardware for reference and compare screw length/threads before installing.

Mounting channel that secures refrigerator shelves to interior walls. Replace if cracked, broken, or no longer holding shelves securely in place.