Kenmore Refrigerator 253.5462940B (2535462940B, 253 5462940B) Parts

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.

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.

Leveling bracket that mounts and supports the ice maker assembly inside your refrigerator. Replace if bracket is cracked, broken, or missing.

Directs cold air from the freezer to the ice maker assembly. Replace if the duct is cracked, broken, or blocking proper airflow to your ice maker.

Secures refrigerator hoses and tubing to fittings to prevent leaks. Replace if connections are loose or water is dripping. Verify fit with your model.

Spacer that maintains proper gap between fixed crusher blades in the ice bucket. Replace if broken, cracked, or missing to restore correct alignment.

If your crushed ice comes out in large chunks or clumps, this fixed blade may be worn or broken. Works with the auger to deliver consistent crushed ice.

Secures ice crusher components in place. Replace if pin is worn, missing, or broken to restore proper alignment and operation of crusher assembly.

This E-ring is a small retaining clip used in Frigidaire refrigerators to hold components on a grooved shaft or pin. It keeps assemblies secure and operating smoothly by preventing parts from sliding off during normal use. What it does:

• Retains parts on a grooved shaft or pin to prevent axial movement
• Helps keep mechanisms aligned and reduces wobble or separation
• Common symptoms when missing or damaged: loose or fallen-off parts, scraping/rattling noises, or poor operation of the affected assembly

• 1 E-ring

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing; wear eye protection (spring clips can snap)
• Use needle-nose pliers or an E-clip tool to compress and seat the ring in the groove
• Verify the ring is fully seated and flush in the groove before reassembly
• Keep any spacers/washers in the original order during removal and reinstallation

Refrigerator drip pan installs under the cabinet to collect defrost and condensation water. Replace if cracked, broken, or missing to prevent leaks.