This mounting bracket secures the ice maker motor assembly to the freezer housing so the motor stays aligned for reliable ice production. Replacing a damaged bracket restores proper motor positioning and reduces unwanted movement. What it does:
- Secures the ice maker motor to the freezer housing to maintain correct alignment.
- Prevents motor wobble or misalignment that can cause noisy operation or incomplete ice ejection.
- Helps ensure the motor drives the ice maker gears properly for consistent ice production.
- Commonly replaced when the bracket is cracked, bent, or missing mounting points.
What's included: One ice maker motor bracket. Install notes:
- Always disconnect power to the appliance before servicing.
- Access the ice maker per the service manual; remove the ice maker or access panel as needed to reach the bracket.
- Reuse original mounting hardware unless new hardware is explicitly included; align bracket so the motor turns freely without binding.
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Replaced 2 broken parts saved fridge. Roger M. • Ravenna , OH • June 17, 2023
Replaced the 2 parts that had broken (due to the wrong plastic selection by Kenmore IMO.
The motor needed to be re-clocked but this video https://youtu.be/QK8C8rxbkhc gave the information needed.
Between AppliancePartsPros.com and youtube I have rebuilt this fridge (water valve, Ice maker, Auger gearbox and ice shute door)
Probably could do the job in about 30 minutes now that I know how and exactly what needs to be done. Only needed the pliers to turn the motor shaft
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