Kenmore Refrigerator 253.56979602 (25356979602, 253 56979602) Parts

A small push-fit plastic retainer used to secure interior trim, panels, or lightweight components. Keeps parts held in place without screws for a clean finish and quick replacement. What it does

• Acts as a push-in fastener to hold trim pieces, liners, or lightweight panels.
• Replaces worn, broken, or missing pins that allow interior parts to shift or rattle.
• Helps stop loose trim, sagging panels, or gaps that can collect dirt or cause noise.
• Simple, non-threaded design for a secure press-fit connection.

• Press firmly into the matching hole until fully seated; do not force beyond resistance.
• Inspect mating hole for damage or debris before installing to ensure a proper fit.
• Use basic hand tools (needle-nose pliers) only if needed to remove the old pin; avoid prying against fragile trim.
• If the original hole is stretched or cracked, replace the mating trim or panel to regain proper retention.

Seals water filter housing to prevent leaks in your refrigerator. Replace if filter leaks onto shelves or drips. Confirm fit with your model number.

Secures and organizes wiring harnesses in your refrigerator. Replace if broken, cracked, or wires are loose. Confirm fit with your model number.

Replaces damaged or worn refrigerator wiring harness. Restores electrical connections between components. Order this part if your harness is frayed or broken.

Bearing plate for refrigerators. Provides structural support for rotating components. Replace if cracked, warped, or damaged to restore stability.

Secures the micro switch in your refrigerator's ice dispenser assembly. Replace if screw is rusted, stripped, or missing to properly mount the switch.

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

Refrigerator not cooling or running too warm? A faulty thermostat prevents proper temperature regulation. This control cycles the compressor to maintain set temps.

Fix frozen water dispenser issues with this dispenser heater kit. Prevents ice buildup in the fill tube and restores water flow to your refrigerator.

This ice ejector is the plastic arm that pushes cubes out of the ice maker mold and into the ice bin, restoring proper ice ejection and dispenser function. It's a direct-replacement component for affected ice maker assemblies. What it does:

• Physically strips and pushes formed ice cubes from the mold into the bin or dispenser
• Helps restore normal ice dispensing when cubes remain stuck in the mold
• Works with the ice maker's motor/gear train to time ejection during the harvest cycle
• Commonly replaced when the ejector is broken, cracked, or worn and no longer contacts cubes

• One ice ejector (ejector arm)

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before starting any repairs
• Remove the ice maker/cover or access panel as required to reach the ejector
• Inspect related components (drive gear, motor, and mounting pins) for wear while replacing the ejector
• After installation, run a test harvest/dispense cycle to correct operation

Replaces your refrigerator's ice maker cover if cracked, broken, or missing. This protective cap installs on the ice maker assembly in your freezer.

Front housing cover for refrigerator control box assembly. Mounts in food compartment with light and damper. Replace if cracked, broken, or damaged.

Wire shelf for refrigerator or freezer compartment. Replaces cracked, broken, or missing shelves. Add extra storage or replace damaged shelving.

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.