Kenmore Refrigerator 253.61462100 (25361462100, 253 61462100) Parts

This center hinge spacer sits on the refrigerator's center hinge pin to keep the door properly spaced and pivoting smoothly. Replacing a worn spacer helps restore even door alignment and a reliable gasket seal for easier opening and closing. What it does

• Maintains the correct gap between the door and center hinge to prevent metal-to-metal wear
• Supports smooth, quiet door movement on the hinge pin
• Helps keep the door level so the gasket seals evenly
• Worn or missing spacers can lead to door sagging, rubbing/squeaking, or doors that don't close cleanly

• One center hinge spacer

• Disconnect power and remove items from the door; support the door before loosening hinge hardware
• Lift the door off the center hinge pin and remove the old spacer
• Place the new spacer on the hinge pin, reinstall the door, and check alignment and seal
• Re-tighten hinge fasteners and verify the door opens/closes smoothly

Color: White

This refrigerator bracket and bushing assembly secures a moving component and provides a stable wear/pivot surface for smooth operation. Replace it when the original parts are worn or broken and causing looseness, scraping noises, or poor alignment.

• Provides a mounting point and bearing surface for rotational or sliding movement
• Helps maintain alignment and smooth, quiet operation
• Can help address wobble, scraping/binding, or a component that sags or sits out of position
• Replace if the bracket is bent/cracked or the bushing is worn/missing

• Disconnect power before servicing; turn off water supply if working near dispenser lines
• Support the attached component while removing fasteners; note the original orientation
• Transfer any spacers/clips from the old parts if present and tighten fasteners evenly
• After installation, verify smooth movement and proper alignment

Bottom air diffuser directs cold air into the refrigerator's lower cabinet to help maintain even temperatures and reduce warm spots. Replacing a damaged diffuser restores proper airflow and helps the fresh-food section cool more consistently. What it does:

• Redirects cold air from the cooling channel into the refrigerator's lower cabinet for balanced cooling.
• Helps reduce warm spots and uneven temperatures in the fresh-food area.
• A cracked, broken, or missing diffuser can lead to restricted airflow and inconsistent cabinet temperatures.
• Seats into the lower air channel and secures with factory tabs or fasteners; inspect mounting tabs for damage.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before performing any service.
• Remove shelves and drawers as needed for access; work carefully around evaporator/air channels.
• Gently release and re-seat plastic tabs or remove fasteners; avoid forcing parts to prevent breakage.
• If tabs are damaged, replace them or consider replacing adjacent vent components to ensure a secure fit.

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

The defrost heater warms the evaporator during automatic defrost to melt frost so air can circulate freely. Replacing a failed heater helps stop heavy ice buildup, restore cooling performance, and prevent fan noise from ice contact.

• Clears frost from the evaporator so cold air can move between compartments
• Helps maintain stable temperatures and efficient cooling
• Common symptoms of a failed heater: thick frost on the back freezer panel, poor cooling, or fan scraping ice
• Electric resistance element that often tests open (no continuity) when failed

• Disconnect power before servicing; do not work on a live appliance
• Remove freezer shelves/drawers and the rear panel to access the evaporator and heater
• Allow ice to thaw; handle fins and tubing carefully to avoid damage
• Route wiring and clips as originally installed and ensure tight electrical connections before reassembly

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

Color: White

This drain trough directs defrost water from the evaporator to the refrigerator drain, helping prevent pooling, leaks and ice build-up in the fresh-food compartment. A correct trough keeps defrost water flowing and reduces odors or floor damage. What it does:

• Channels defrost/condensate water from the evaporator to the drain system
• Prevents water pooling under shelves or in the crisper area
• Reduces ice buildup and attendant leaks when the drain path is clear
• Replace if cracked, warped, or if water is collecting where it shouldn't

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Remove interior shelves/drawers as needed to access the trough
• Clean the drain channel and clear any debris before installing the new trough
• Make sure the trough is fully seated and aligned so water drains properly; follow OEM fastener/placement points

This factory fastener secures appliance panels and components. Replace a missing, stripped, or corroded screw to restore a tight, rattle-free fit and keep brackets and covers properly aligned.

• Fastens panels, brackets, and internal parts as specified by the manufacturer
• Helps maintain alignment and reduces vibration/rattling
• Replace if the head is stripped, threads are damaged, or corrosion is present
• Symptoms include loose/missing hardware, gaps, or rattling during operation

• Disconnect power; shut off gas/water if applicable before servicing
• Use the correct driver/bit size to avoid stripping the head
• Start threads by hand to prevent cross-threading; do not overtighten
• Match screw length/thread to the location; replace in sets when required

Here is a replacement shelf support grommet that is used in freezers and refrigerators. The grommets are used to provide stability for the shelves in the refrigerator. If they are broken or missing, the shelves will not sit correctly, and owners won't be able to put anything onto the shelves. A replacement grommet should slide into place, but may need to be gently tapped to ensure a proper seal is made.The shelf support grommet is for use with certain refrigerator models from Frigidaire, Kenmore, Gibson, and Crosley. This is a genuine OEM replacement part that was sourced directly from the manufacturer. It is important to note that the grommets are sold individually. If more than one is needed, owners will need to order multiple.

Optional flexible ice tray for those that dont have an icemaker

Color: White. Used for the upper hinge holes.

This rivet is a metal fastener used to permanently secure panels, brackets, or internal components in your appliance. Replacing a damaged or missing rivet restores a tight fit and helps prevent vibration, rattles, and looseness.

• Permanently joins thin metal parts where screws or nuts aren't used
• Maintains alignment and structural integrity of housings and frames
• Helpful when panels or components are loose, rattling, or won't stay secured
• Direct replacement for a worn, broken, corroded, or drilled-out factory rivet

• Disconnect power and shut off gas/water (as applicable) before servicing
• Support the part being fastened; drill out the old rivet head if needed
• A hand riveter/rivet tool may be required to set the new rivet
• Wear eye and hand protection during drilling/riveting

This control box is the refrigerator's electronic control board that regulates key functions like temperature control, defrost cycles and user interface responses. Replacing a faulty board restores consistent operation and control of affected systems. What it does:

• Monitors and controls compressor and fan operation to maintain set temperatures
• Manages timed defrost cycles and related heater/relay functions
• Interprets user inputs from the control panel and sends commands to components
• Helps resolve symptoms such as unresponsive controls, incorrect temperature display, or irregular cooling cycles

• One control box (electronic control board)

• Disconnect power to the appliance before attempting service to avoid shock or damage
• Handle the board by its edges and avoid touching circuitry; use ESD precautions if available
• Verify connectors and harness routing match the replacement before fastening