Cst4812131 Parts

The Freezer Shelf is an OEM part for GE refrigerators. This shelf provides additional storage space within the freezer compartment, allowing you to organize and store food items more efficiently.

Causes of a bad freezer shelf can include regular wear and tear, damage from heavy or improperly placed items, or cracking from exposure to extreme temperatures.  

Symptoms of a bad freezer shelf include:

• Cracks or breaks in the shelf
• The shelf not fitting properly into the designated slots
• Difficulty in securing the shelf in place
• Reduced storage capacity due to damage

This OEM GE part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.

This 8-18 x 5/8-inch screw secures appliance panels, brackets, and covers. Replacing a missing or stripped fastener restores a tight fit and helps prevent vibration or loosening where this exact size is specified.

• Fastens sheet-metal or plastic components where a #8-18 x 5/8 screw is called for
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce rattling or vibration
• Replaces stripped, corroded, or missing screws of the same size
• Common symptoms: loose panels, gaps/poor fit, rattling noises, or visible missing hardware

• Disconnect power and shut off gas/water (as applicable) before service
• Match thread and length to the original; replace screws one at a time to keep parts aligned
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• If the receiving threads are damaged, additional repair (clip, insert, or new nut) may be needed

This 15 uF capacitor kit supports an AC motor by providing the phase shift needed to start and run smoothly. Replacing a weak or failed capacitor can help resolve hard-start or no-start issues and restore consistent performance. What it does

• Stores and releases energy to help a single-phase AC motor start and maintain proper torque
• Common symptoms include humming or buzzing without starting, repeated clicking, intermittent starting, or warmer-than-normal temperatures
• Visual clues of failure may include a swollen or cracked housing
• Matched 15 uF rating supports correct motor operation per the original design

• One 15 uF capacitor

• Disconnect power before servicing; verify the capacitor is fully discharged before handling
• Note wire positions; move one lead at a time to the new capacitor
• Match the microfarad (uF) rating to the original part for proper performance
• Secure the capacitor using the existing bracket/strap and route wires away from heat and moving parts

This PTC start relay mounts on the refrigerator compressor and briefly energizes the start winding, then automatically opens as it warms. Replacing a weak relay helps restore reliable compressor starts and consistent cooling. What it does:

• Provides momentary power to the compressor's start winding at startup; the PTC element opens as it heats
• Helps ensure smooth compressor starts and reduces repeated start attempts
• Signs of a failed start device can include no cooling because the compressor won't run
• Clicking or buzzing from the compressor area every few minutes
• Compressor starts intermittently or stops shortly after starting

• Includes: 1 PTC start relay

• Disconnect power and pull the refrigerator forward to access the rear service area
• Remove the rear panel to reach the compressor compartment
• Unplug the wire harness and pull the old relay straight off the compressor terminals; note its orientation
• Push the new relay fully onto the compressor prongs, reconnect the harness, reinstall the panel, and restore power

This electric range broil element installs at the top of the oven to deliver direct radiant heat for broiling. Replacing a burned-out or damaged element restores fast, even broil performance and consistent top heat.

• Provides high, direct heat from the top of the oven during Broil to sear and brown food
• Common fix for: broiler not heating, weak or uneven broiling, visible blisters/cracks on the element, or sparking during broil
• Mounts at the upper oven cavity; connects to two push-on terminals
• Helps restore consistent top heat and even browning when functioning correctly

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the range before servicing
• Remove oven racks; unfasten mounting screws/bracket, gently pull element forward, and disconnect the wire terminals (support wires to prevent them from falling back)
• Transfer existing mounting hardware if needed; ensure terminals are fully seated and insulated—do not overtighten screws
• The element is clear of the oven liner; restore power and test Broil

This armature kit is the moving plunger and linkage operated by the dispenser solenoid. It opens and closes the ice chute door during dispensing and helps it seal when idle to reduce frost and warm-air leaks.

• Converts the solenoid's electrical action into mechanical movement for the dispenser ice chute door
• Helps maintain a proper seal to limit frost and moisture around the dispenser
• Typical symptoms: ice won't dispense; chute door won't open/close; frost/ice buildup at the chute; loud buzzing or clicking from the dispenser area
• Wear or sticking of the armature/spring can hinder movement and affect dispenser operation

• Unplug the refrigerator and shut off water to the dispenser before servicing
• Access the dispenser mechanism in the door; remove trim/control panel per your model's service information
• Note the orientation of the armature, spring, and linkage; transfer components one-for-one to the new kit and secure hardware
• Verify the solenoid plunger moves freely, reassemble, restore power, and test dispenser operation

Restore smooth, reliable door movement. This hinge cam riser fits at the lower door hinge to provide the lift and ramp action that helps the refrigerator door open/close smoothly and seal properly—reducing sag, noise, and poor sealing. What it does:

• Interfaces with the lower hinge pin to lift and guide the door during opening and closing
• Helps maintain door alignment and gasket contact for a proper seal
• Can reduce door sag, scraping, wobble, and clicking/popping noises
• Common signs it's worn: door drops or binds, won't stay closed or self-close, or shows an uneven gap

• 1 hinge cam riser

• Disconnect power and remove items from the door before servicing
• Support the door; remove the top hinge cover and screws, then lift the door off the lower hinge
• Remove the old riser at the lower hinge and install the new riser in the same orientation
• Reinstall hinges; verify gasket contact and door alignment, adjusting leveling if needed

This refrigerator lamp socket holds an E12-base appliance bulb and provides the electrical connection for the light fixture. Replace it when the light won't turn on or flickers despite a known-good bulb and functioning door switch.

• Secures an E12 (candelabra) bulb and supplies power to it
• Works with the door/light switch to illuminate the compartment or dispenser area
• Typical failures include heat damage, cracking, or internal contact wear
• Symptoms: no light, intermittent flicker, or a bulb that won't seat firmly

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Remove any lens/cover, note wire placement, and install the new socket in the original orientation
• Use an E12-base appliance bulb with the wattage specified on your model's rating label
• Restore power and verify operation with the door switch

Size: 10-24X5/16-NI

This replacement motor powers the dispenser's auger/crusher mechanism to move ice from the bucket to the chute. Replacing a weak or seized motor helps restore reliable cube or crushed-ice dispensing from the freezer door.

• Drives the ice auger/crusher to feed ice from the bucket through the dispenser chute
• Helps deliver cubes or crushed ice, depending on the control selection
• Common symptoms: no ice dispensing, auger not turning, loud humming or grinding, intermittent or weak dispensing
• Located in the freezer-door dispenser assembly and engages the ice bucket coupler

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before servicing
• Remove the ice bucket and dispenser trim/panel to access the motor; note wire orientation and fasteners
• Transfer any mounting hardware or coupler from the old motor
• Reassemble, restore power, and test ice dispensing

Door solenoid with plunger.

This temperature sensor monitors internal temperature and relays it to the control so heating or cooling can be regulated. Replacing a faulty sensor helps restore accurate temperature control, consistent cycling, and dependable performance. What it does

• Measures compartment or cavity temperature and sends a signal to the control
• Helps the unit reach and maintain the set temperature
• Common failure symptoms: temperature too hot/cold vs. setting, long/short cycling, failure to reach setpoint, or related error codes
• Tests out-of-range for resistance/ohms when defective

• 1 temperature sensor

• Disconnect power before servicing; shut off gas
• Access the sensor; note wire routing and connector orientation
• Do not pull on wires; transfer any clips, grommets, or brackets from the old sensor
• Restore power and run any model-specific diagnostics or calibration if required

The Door Handle is an OEM part for GE refrigerators. This part provides a secure and comfortable grip for opening and closing the refrigerator door.  

Causes of a bad door handle can include regular wear and tear, accidental impact, or repeated use, which can lead to cracks, breaks, or loosening of the handle.  

Symptoms of a bad door handle include:

• The handle feeling loose or wobbly
• Difficulty in opening or closing the door
• Visible cracks or breaks in the handle
• The handle detaching from the door

This OEM GE part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.

The recess door retainer secures the dispenser's ice chute flapper in the refrigerator door. Replacing a cracked or missing retainer restores proper flapper pivot and sealing to help reduce frost buildup and air leaks around the dispenser.

• Holds the recess/ice door on its pivot within the dispenser assembly
• Helps the flapper close fully to seal the ice chute
• Restores smooth open/close action of the dispenser door
• Common symptoms: loose or fallen flapper, poor chute seal, frost or condensation in the dispenser area, and ice clumping near the chute

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing the dispenser
• Carefully remove the dispenser bezel/control panel to access the ice chute door assembly
• Note spring orientation and retainer position; transfer components to the new retainer
• Verify flapper movement and seal before reassembly and restoring power

This terminal block is the insulated connection point where the appliance's incoming power ties into the internal wiring. Replacing a heat-damaged or loose block restores a safe, reliable electrical path and helps prevent arcing and intermittent power loss.

• Connects the supply conductors to the unit's internal wiring
• Provides insulated posts to securely fasten and distribute power
• Helps maintain tight, low-resistance connections
• Common failure signs: melted/discolored plastic, burned or loose terminals, arcing, scorching, or intermittent/no power after confirming the cord and breaker

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the appliance; verify no voltage before servicing
• Photograph or label wire positions to ensure correct reassembly
• Inspect and replace any heat-damaged wire ends or lugs; use appropriate terminals
• Tighten connections securely and ensure wires are fully seated and strain-relieved as originally installed