Kenmore Refrigerator 253.57388600 (25357388600, 253 57388600) Parts

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 ice container deflector attaches to the ice bucket assembly and guides cubes toward the dispenser chute. Replacing a cracked or missing deflector restores proper ice flow and helps keep ice from spilling inside the freezer during dispensing.

• Directs ice from the bucket into the dispenser chute/crusher path
• Helps maintain consistent dispensing and minimizes stray ice inside the freezer
• Replace if cracked, warped, or missing
• Symptoms include erratic dispensing, ice spilling or jamming, or a visibly damaged/missing guide on the ice bin

• Disconnect power before servicing; remove the ice bucket
• Position the new deflector in the original location; reuse existing screws/clips if applicable
• Ensure the curved face points toward the dispenser chute
• Reinstall the ice bucket, restore power, and test ice dispense

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

Shroud assembly that covers internal refrigerator components and helps direct airflow for consistent cooling. Replacing a cracked or damaged shroud restores proper airflow paths and can reduce fan vibration and contact-related noise. What it does:

• Covers and protects internal components from debris and accidental contact.
• Directs airflow around the evaporator/fan area to support even cooling; symptoms of a failing shroud include uneven cooling or frost buildup.
• Reduces fan noise and vibration when mounting tabs or the housing are intact.
• Visible cracks, broken tabs, or holes are common signs the shroud needs replacement.

• Always disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any repair.
• Remove interior panels and fasteners carefully; retain hardware for reinstallation.
• Align tabs and mounting points; do not force broken tabs—replace damaged fasteners as needed.

This replacement screw secures appliance components so brackets, shelves, trim, or panels stay firmly in place. Install a new screw when the original is missing, stripped, or corroded to restore a tight, rattle-free fit.

• Fastens brackets, panels, trim, or covers to the cabinet or liner
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration and noise
• Direct replacement for a missing, rusted, or stripped fastener
• Use wherever your model's parts diagram specifies this screw

• Disconnect power before servicing; shut off water if working near water lines
• Match thread and length to the original location as shown in your model's parts diagram
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening (especially into plastic)
• Retain and transfer any original spacers or clips used with this fastener

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

Access door provides a finished cover for the appliance's service opening, protecting internal components from dust and damage while keeping the unit looking tidy and allowing access for maintenance and repairs. What it does:

• Covers the service or access opening and protects wiring, valves, and other internal parts.
• Allows access to controls, connections, or components for inspection and repair without removing major panels.
• Helps prevent debris, pets, or fingers from contacting internal parts.
• Replace a missing, cracked, or damaged access door to restore appearance and reduce exposure of internal components.

• Always disconnect power (and gas for gas appliances) before removing panels or working on the appliance.
• Handle the door and surrounding edges carefully to avoid cuts; keep original fasteners and reuse if undamaged.
• Align tabs/clips and secure with manufacturer screws; do not overtighten.

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 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

This small but critical actuator spring restores return tension in a refrigerator's actuator mechanism, helping the lever reset to neutral after use so controls feel responsive and operation stops cleanly. What it does:

• Provides the return force for an actuator or lever so it moves back to its neutral position
• Helps the mechanism engage/disengage a switch cleanly
• Common symptoms of a weak or broken spring: lever sticks, feels loose, or doesn't spring back
• Contribute to intermittent activation or failure to stop when released

• 1 actuator spring

• Disconnect power; if working near the dispenser/water system, shut off the water supply
• Access the actuator mechanism and note the spring's exact orientation (take a photo before removal)
• Use needle-nose pliers to transfer the spring; do not over-stretch or deform it
• Wear cut-resistant gloves and eye protection; test lever return action before reassembly

This spacer fits the refrigerator door hinge to set proper clearance and alignment so the door swings smoothly and seals correctly. Replace a worn or missing spacer to eliminate rubbing and uneven gaps at the door.

• Maintains the specified distance between hinge components for correct door height and alignment
• Helps the door open and close without rubbing or binding
• Supports consistent gasket contact for a reliable seal
• Common signs of wear: door sagging, scraping noises, uneven gaps, or the door not closing flush

• Unplug the refrigerator; remove items from the door and support the door before working on the hinge
• Note the order of any washers, cams, and spacers during disassembly for correct reassembly
• Reinstall hardware in the same sequence; do not overtighten fasteners to avoid deforming the spacer
• After reassembly, check door alignment and gasket seal; adjust as needed

This plug covers the small factory test opening on an appliance cabinet or liner. Replacing a missing or damaged plug helps close the opening to maintain a better seal and restore a clean, finished appearance.

• Seals the factory test opening in the cabinet/panel
• Helps limit air and moisture infiltration through the hole
• Reduces condensation or frost forming around the opening
• Restores a finished look when the original cap is missing or damaged

• Disconnect power before servicing the appliance
• Clean and dry the opening area for proper fit
• Align and press the plug in by hand until it sits flush—do not force or enlarge the hole
• Avoid sharp tools or sealants that could damage the liner or insulation

Color: White

Specs: 1.40`` long

This spiral pin secures components in place within the appliance assembly, providing a tight, durable fit that resists loosening under normal operation. Replacing a worn or missing pin helps restore proper alignment and dependable drive of the linked parts.

• Holds mating parts together with a press-fit connection
• Can help resolve issues like loose or slipping drive components, rattling, or intermittent operation in the affected mechanism
• Maintains correct alignment to reduce wear on adjoining parts

• Disconnect power and shut off water before servicing
• Support the assembly to relieve tension before removing the old pin
• Use the correct size punch/driver to press the pin out and in straight
• Do not force; inspect mating parts for wear and replace if damaged