Kenmore Refrigerator 253.57394601 (25357394601, 253 57394601) 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.

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

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.

Lower freezer basket for side-by-side refrigerators. Installs at the bottom of the freezer compartment. Replace if cracked, broken, or missing.

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

Ice won't dispense or grinds loudly? A bent or worn crusher blade is often the culprit. This blade fits inside the ice bucket assembly. Easy DIY fix.

Fix ice dispensing issues caused by bent or dull crusher blades. This blade restores smooth crushed-ice flow. Quick DIY replacement with video guide.

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

Ice spilling inside freezer or dispenser not working? This ice container deflector guides cubes into the chute. Simple snap-in installation fix.

Replacement screw that secures brackets, shelves, trim, panels, and covers inside your appliance. Install when the original is missing, stripped, or corroded.

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

This micro switch detects door or lid position and tells the appliance when the door is closed so cycles can start or safety interlocks stay engaged. It restores reliable door sensing and helps prevent operation with the door open. What it does:

• Acts as a position sensor that completes or breaks the control circuit when the door/lid is closed or opened
• Keeps the appliance from starting or continuing a cycle if the door is open (safety interlock)
• Common symptom fix: appliance won't start, stops mid-cycle, or shows door-related error codes
• Small electrical switch designed to mount at the door latch or frame and connect to the appliance wiring harness

• Disconnect power (unplug or shut off breaker) before attempting service
• Access may require removing panels, trim, or the door latch assembly; keep track of screws and fasteners
• Observe wiring orientation and connector positions; replace exactly as removed or tag wires

Positions and secures condenser tubing to maintain proper spacing. Replace if worn, broken, or missing to prevent vibration, rattling, and tube damage.