Kenmore Refrigerator 253.44483705 (25344483705, 253 44483705) Parts

This cover assembly replaces a damaged or missing cover on your appliance, protecting internal components and restoring a clean, finished appearance. Use it when the original is cracked, loose, or no longer secures properly.

• Shields internal parts from debris, spills, and accidental contact
• Helps keep components enclosed and aligned for reliable operation
• Restores the appliance's finished look after damage or wear
• Common signs of failure: cracks, broken or missing tabs, discoloration, rattling, or a cover that won't stay in place

• Disconnect power before servicing; shut off water supply if working near water connections
• Remove retaining screws or release tabs; note the orientation of the original cover
• Transfer and reuse original screws, clips, or seals if required
• Do not overtighten fasteners into plastic; ensure all tabs fully engage before testing

This freezer basket hanger is the side rail that supports and guides your freezer's sliding wire basket. Replace a cracked or worn hanger to restore smooth movement, prevent sagging, and keep your basket seated securely.

• Supports the side of the freezer basket and carries its load
• Provides a track so the basket slides in and out smoothly
• Helps keep the basket aligned and level to prevent tilting or popping loose
• Common symptoms of failure: basket hard to slide, sagging/tilting, broken or cracked hanger tabs

• Disconnect power and remove food and the basket before starting
• Release/remove the old hanger (tabs/screws), noting its orientation; transfer any reusable hardware
• Seat and secure the new hanger, then reinstall the basket and verify smooth operation

This refrigerator door stop limits how far the door swings open. Replacing a worn or broken stop restores the correct opening range, protecting the hinge and nearby cabinets while keeping door movement smooth and controlled.

• Mounts at the hinge to limit door swing and prevent overextension
• Protects the door, hinge, and adjacent cabinetry from impact damage
• Helps maintain proper door alignment and smooth operation
• Typical symptoms: door opens too far, bangs into surroundings, or the stop is visibly cracked/missing

• Disconnect power and clear items from the door before starting
• Support the door; remove hinge cover/fasteners and the damaged stop
• Install the new stop in the same orientation; tighten screws securely
• Reassemble and test the door swing to ensure it stops smoothly

The opening for the on/off switch is no longer in the shelf. Per manufacturing.

This position-specific ice crusher blade (#1) fits inside the refrigerator's ice bucket assembly. It helps break up cubes into crushed ice; replacing a bent or worn blade restores consistent crushing and reduces jams or grinding noises during dispensing.

• Works with the auger and other numbered blades to crush ice when "Crush" is selected
• A bent, dull, or corroded blade can lead to no crushed ice, only cubes, slow dispensing, or scraping/grinding noises
• Restores even crushing and smoother auger rotation
• Position- and orientation-specific within the blade stack; match to your original

• Disconnect power and switch the ice maker OFF before servicing
• Remove and empty the ice bucket; allow any frost to thaw
• Disassemble the bucket front/auger and note the exact blade order and orientation—take photos for reference
• Wear cut-resistant gloves; reassemble blades, spacers, and washers exactly as removed and verify the auger turns freely before reinstalling

This replacement screw secures refrigerator components such as brackets, trims, and covers. Replace missing or stripped hardware to keep parts tight and aligned, helping eliminate rattles and restoring a solid, reliable fit.

• Fastens interior or exterior components to the cabinet or doors
• Replaces missing, rusty, or stripped hardware
• Helps reduce vibration noises from loose parts
• Restores proper fit and alignment of panels, trims, or covers

• Disconnect power; turn off water supply if working near the dispenser or ice system
• Retain and reuse any original spacers or washers
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Replace one fastener at a time to maintain alignment

This ice crusher blade (#2) mounts in the freezer's ice bucket assembly. It helps break up cubes for the Crushed Ice setting and can restore smooth dispensing when the original blade becomes bent, dull, or broken.

• Mounts inside the ice bucket crusher to slice/crush cubes when Crushed Ice is selected
• Helps maintain consistent ice flow and size through the dispenser
• Wear or damage may lead to no crushed ice, only whole cubes dispensing, jamming, or grinding noises
• Visible bending, dull edges, or a missing blade are common failure signs

• Disconnect power and remove the ice bin from the freezer
• Disassemble the crusher housing to access the blades; note the order/orientation of blade #1 and blade #2 before removal
• Wear cut-resistant gloves—edges are sharp
• Reassemble in the same order, tighten fasteners, reinstall the bin, and test the dispenser

This clip mounts to the refrigerator liner and secures the crisper cover/slide rail so the drawer stays supported and glides properly. Replace a broken or missing clip to restore alignment and smooth operation of the crisper.

• Holds the crisper cover/slide rail firmly against the cabinet liner
• Supports the crisper drawer to prevent sagging or tilt
• Helps restore smooth opening and closing of the crisper drawer
• Common symptoms of failure: loose rail, drawer off-track, difficulty sliding, or a cracked/missing clip

• Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power before servicing
• Remove the crisper drawer and cover/glass to access the clip
• Release the old clip (snap tabs or screw), align and secure the new clip; reuse the original fastener if your model uses one
• Reinstall the cover and drawer; the drawer slides freely

Replace a failed refrigerator control board to restore dependable operation. This electronic board supplies the logic and switching for the features it manages, helping eliminate intermittent or unresponsive behavior and returning the appliance to consistent, predictable performance.

• Interprets inputs from sensors and switches, then controls connected components through onboard relays
• Coordinates timing and operation of the functions this board manages
• Can correct erratic cycling or unexpected shutdown of controlled functions

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Use ESD protection; handle the board by the edges and avoid touching components
• Access location varies by model; transfer connectors one at a time to the new board and secure in the original mounting
• Restore power and allow the unit time to resume normal operation

This ice crusher blade (#3) fits inside the refrigerator's ice bin crusher stack. It helps break cubes into crushed ice when selected, restoring smooth, consistent crushed-ice dispensing if the original blade is bent, dull, or missing. What it does:

• Works within the ice bin's crusher assembly to fracture cubes into crushed ice
• Engages with the auger and spacers as part of the blade stack
• Worn or damaged blades can lead to only cubes dispensing, weak crushing, jams, or scraping noises
• Visible bending, chips, or rust are common signs it needs replacement

• One crusher blade (#3)

• Disconnect power and remove the ice bin before service
• Empty the bin and carefully disassemble the crusher stack; note the exact order and orientation of blades, spacers, and washers
• Wear cut-resistant gloves—blade edges are sharp
• Reassemble in the same sequence and verify the assembly turns freely before reinstalling the bin and restoring power

This turntable roller assembly sits under the glass tray to support and guide it as it rotates. Replacing a worn or damaged ring helps restore smooth tray movement for more even heating and dependable microwave performance.

• Supports the glass tray and allows smooth, consistent rotation
• Helps prevent tray wobble, binding, or scraping noises
• Can address issues like the tray not turning or uneven cooking
• Replaces cracked, warped, or missing roller rings

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Remove the glass tray, lift out the old ring, and clean the cavity floor
• Place the new ring wheels-down, seat the tray on the coupler, and test rotation
• Do not operate the microwave without the roller ring and tray properly installed

This small clip secures the crisper cover's slide so it stays aligned and operates smoothly. Replacing a broken or missing clip restores proper slide action and helps keep your crisper cover assembly functioning as designed.

• Holds the crisper cover slide in place and aligned with its track
• Helps the slide move smoothly without popping off or binding
• Common symptoms: slide is loose or falls out, won't stay in place, cracked/missing clip
• Visual damage or loss can leave the crisper drawer cover slide inoperable

• Disconnect power and remove food items for safe access
• Remove the crisper drawer and lift out the crisper cover assembly
• Release the damaged clip and snap the new clip into the cover/slide as oriented
• Reassemble and verify the slide moves freely end to end

Specs: Hex head ,1/4-20 x 5/8

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

This water connector links sections of the refrigerator's water supply tubing, maintaining a sealed path to the dispenser and ice maker. Replace a cracked or leaking connector to stop drips and restore reliable water flow and ice production.

• Connects sections of internal water tubing between components (inlet valve, filter, door, ice maker)
• Helps maintain a sealed route for proper dispenser and ice maker operation
• Common symptoms: water leaking behind/under the refrigerator, weak/no dispenser flow, ice maker not filling, visible damage at the fitting
• Direct-fit component built to OEM specifications for the intended application

• Unplug the refrigerator and shut off the household water supply before servicing
• Dispense water to relieve line pressure; place a towel to catch residual water
• Cut tubing ends square and fully insert into the connector until seated; tug gently to confirm engagement
• Restore water, check carefully for leaks, and recheck after the first dispense cycle

This humidity control is the adjustable slider in the crisper drawer cover that opens and closes the vent to regulate moisture around fruits and vegetables. Replace a cracked or missing control to restore smooth adjustment and consistent crisper conditions.

• Mounts to the crisper cover and links to the vent/damper door
• Slides between settings to increase or reduce airflow for proper crisper humidity
• Typical symptoms: broken or missing lever, slider stuck or loose, vent doesn't move as you adjust, excess condensation or wilting produce

• Disconnect power; remove food, crisper pan, and cover/glass as needed—handle glass carefully
• Release the old control from its slot/retainer and note the vent linkage orientation
• Seat the new control and engage the linkage; confirm full travel and proper vent action
• Reassemble the cover and drawer, then restore power