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Customer Questions and Answers for Air Diverter by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM21626757
Manufacturer Part Number: W11645127

The Refrigerator Air Diverter is an OEM part compatible with Whirlpool brand refrigerators. Located inside the back wall of the refrigerator, this component evenly distributes cool air throughout the fresh food and freezer compartments.

Causes of a bad air diverter can include cracks in the plastic vanes from regular use over time, blockages restricting airflow, or failures of the mounting bracket or fan component. 

Symptoms of a bad air diverter include:

  • Unbalanced or inconsistent temperatures between compartments  
  • Frost or ice buildup in undesired areas
  • Excessive noise or vibration coming from the back wall or fan area
  • Inability to maintain set temperatures properly

This OEM Whirlpool replacement part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and select Kenmore models.

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For Whirlpool Air Diverter (Part Number: OEM21626757)

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Richard, At the front of the diffuser cover, there will be a small plastic piece that you can use a flat blade screwdriver to pop off then there will be a screw behind it to remove the cover. The thermistor will be either behind this cover or on the side wall behind a small cover.

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Hello Natalie, this diffuser uses a stepper motor with pulsed 12vdc from the control board.

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Locate your tech sheet and run a diagnostics to find any causes for the issue. Here is a video that may help as well: https://youtu.be/RrCf7cfRS3M

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Dan, We will need your model number to help you find the right parts for your unit. Please post another question with all your info included thank you.

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Dan, We will need your model number to help you find the right parts for your unit. Please post another question with all your info included thank you.

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