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The Freezer Light Cover is an OEM replacement part for GE refrigerators designed to protect the light bulb in the freezer compartment from any potential damage or breaks. It helps maintain a safe and well-lit freezer environment, making it easier to locate and retrieve items.

A bad freezer light shield cover can occur due to regular wear and tear or accidental damage. If you notice symptoms such as a flickering or dim freezer light, or if the light bulb is exposed and vulnerable, it may indicate a need to replace this part.

Symptoms of a bad freezer light cover include:

• Flickering or dim freezer light
• Exposed or broken light bulb
• Insufficient lighting 

Restore lighting in your freezer by replacing the faulty freezer light cover with this genuine OEM part.

This GE part can also be used on Hotpoint, RCA, and Kenmore/Sears appliances. 
 

Water line from water valve up to icemaker fill tube.

This ice bucket stores the ice your refrigerator's icemaker produces and keeps it organized and ready to use. Replace a cracked or missing bin to restore proper ice storage and help prevent spills, jams, and contamination.

• Collects and stores ice cubes produced by the icemaker
• Positions under the icemaker so cubes drop cleanly into the bin
• Slides in/out for easy access and smooth operation
• Common symptoms: cracked or warped bucket, ice spilling or jamming, difficulty seating the bin, plastic fragments in ice

• Unplug the refrigerator and switch the icemaker off before servicing
• Remove the old bucket and empty any ice; transfer any reusable parts from the original if applicable
• Align and fully seat the new bucket on the guides/tabs
• Restore power and turn the icemaker back on; allow time to make ice

This fixed-position freezer shelf restores sturdy, level storage space in your freezer compartment. Replace a cracked or missing shelf to regain capacity and keep items organized with proper spacing for airflow.

• Provides a stable platform for storing frozen foods
• Maintains designed spacing to support organization and airflow
• Direct replacement when the original shelf is broken, warped, or missing
• Common symptoms: cracked/broken shelf, sagging, items tipping, reduced usable space

• Unplug the appliance and clear the freezer area before replacing the shelf
• Align the shelf with the designated side rails/slots and insert level
• Ensure both sides are fully seated and secure before loading items
• Avoid overloading to prevent damage

Restore solid storage space with this fixed shelf module for your refrigerator. It replaces a damaged or missing shelf so you can organize groceries securely and use your fridge's capacity the way it was designed.

• Provides a stable, level surface for food and containers inside the refrigerator compartment
• Fixed, non-slide design stays in place once installed
• Factory-fit geometry helps prevent wobbling and tipping
• Typical symptoms: cracked or broken shelf, broken mounting tabs, shelf won't seat or sit level, missing shelf

• Remove items from the area and take out the old shelf; wear cut-resistant gloves and handle carefully
• Align the new shelf with the side supports/slots and lower or slide into place
• Verify the shelf is fully seated and level before loading items
• Disconnect power if working near interior lights or electrical components

Right side

This small hinge sleeve fits into the refrigerator door to guide the hinge pin and keep the door aligned. Replacing a worn thimble can reduce squeaks and wobble and help the door open smoothly and seal correctly.

• Sits in the door hinge pocket and guides the hinge pin
• Provides a smooth bearing surface for easy opening/closing
• Helps maintain door alignment and consistent gasket contact
• Wear may show as squeaking, door play/sag, rubbing, or incomplete closing

• Disconnect power and remove items from the door before starting
• Support the door; remove hinge cover and fasteners, then lift door off the hinge pin
• Pull out the old thimble and press the new thimble fully into the door hinge pocket
• Reinstall door and hinges; verify alignment and that the gasket seals all around

This is the top hinge pin for a refrigerator door. It serves as the pivot point for the door at the upper hinge, helping the door swing smoothly and stay aligned so it seals properly.

• Provides the upper pivot for the door at the hinge
• Worn or bent pins can cause sagging, squeaking, or poor door closure
• May help resolve doors that don't seal, bind, or drop
• Replacing a damaged pin can improve door alignment and operation

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing
• Support the door while removing the upper hinge
• Keep track of any spacers/washers and reinstall in the same order
• Tighten hinge fasteners and check door alignment and seal after installation

This #8-18 x 5/8-inch Torx T20 screw secures panels, brackets, and trim in your appliance. It replaces missing or damaged hardware to restore a tight, reliable hold and reduce looseness or rattling.

• Fastens sheet-metal or plastic components to the appliance cabinet or frame
• Replaces missing, stripped, or corroded screws to maintain proper fit
• Helps reduce vibration and rattling from unsecured parts
• Torx T20 drive; #8-18 thread; 5/8-inch length

• Disconnect power and shut off water before servicing
• Use a T20 Torx driver; start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly—do not overtighten to prevent stripping
• Wear cut-resistant gloves; sheet-metal edges can be sharp

This base grille mounts across the lower front of the refrigerator, covering and protecting the condenser area and leveling components while guiding airflow. Replacing a damaged or missing grille restores a clean appearance and the intended front-vent path.

• Covers the lower opening and helps keep debris away from condenser components
• Directs airflow through the front vents as designed
• Provides a finished, clean look at the toe-kick
• Helps prevent rattling when secured properly
• Common symptoms: cracked or scuffed grille, broken tabs, won't stay attached, missing piece

• Disconnect power and wear gloves to avoid sharp edges
• Open doors slightly to clear the grille ends
• Remove any screws or release spring clips and retain existing hardware
• Align tabs and snap/secure the new grille; ensure vents remain unobstructed

This hinge top pin is the pivot stud for the freezer door's upper hinge. Replace a bent or worn pin to restore smooth door swing, proper alignment, and a reliable gasket seal that helps maintain interior temperatures. What it does:

• Provides the upper pivot point for the freezer door
• Helps keep the door aligned so it closes and seals properly
• Replaces a bent, worn, or broken pin causing wobble, sagging, rubbing, or poor closing
• Helps prevent air leaks that can lead to frost or temperature fluctuations

• 1 top hinge pin

• Unplug the refrigerator and support the door before servicing hinges
• Remove the top hinge cover and screws; lift the door off the lower hinge
• Replace the pin in the hinge, transferring any spacers/washers as found
• Reinstall and align the door for even gaps; verify gasket seal before restoring power

This water inlet valve controls the flow of household water into the refrigerator's ice maker during fill cycles. Replacing a sticking or leaking valve restores proper ice fills and helps prevent nuisance leaks at the back of the unit. What it does:

• Opens when energized to supply water to the ice maker, then closes to stop flow
• Common symptoms: no ice production, weak/empty fills, or leaking from the rear valve area
• Ice maker overfilling or fill-tube icing from a valve that doesn't fully close
• Humming/buzzing from the valve with little or no water flow

• 1 water inlet valve assembly

• Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Pull the refrigerator forward to access the rear; place a towel to catch residual water
• Transfer any mounting bracket/tubing from the old valve and secure all connections firmly
• Restore water and power, then check every connection for leaks while the ice maker cycles

This replacement bottom door hinge and pin assembly fits refrigerators. The lower hinge supports the door's weight and provides the pivot point, restoring smooth swing and proper alignment for a reliable close and consistent gasket seal.

• Serves as the door's lower pivot and load-bearing support
• Maintains alignment so the gasket seals correctly
• Restores smooth opening and closing after hinge/pin wear
• Common symptoms: door sagging or dragging, popping/squeaking at the hinge, gaps or poor sealing, door not staying closed

• Disconnect power and remove items from the door before servicing
• Support the door, remove bottom hinge fasteners, and lift the door off
• Position the new hinge and transfer any spacers/shims as found
• Reinstall the door, tighten hardware, and verify alignment and gasket seal

This assembly combines the refrigerator's internal water reservoir (tank) with its attached tubing to deliver chilled water to the dispenser. Replace a cracked or leaking tank to restore proper water flow and prevent leaks inside the fresh food compartment. What it does:

• Stores a reserve of water so dispensed water is cooled
• Routes water through the dispenser circuit via the attached tubing
• Typical failure symptoms: slow or no water from the dispenser, leaks or puddles inside the refrigerator, visible cracks or bulging in the tank
• Corrects issues caused by a frozen/split reservoir or brittle tubing

• One water tank with attached tubing assembly

• Unplug the refrigerator and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Access is typically behind the lower rear interior panel; remove drawers/shelves as needed
• Note original tube routing; cut tubing square and fully seat push-in fittings to prevent leaks
• Restore water and power, check connections, and dispense water to purge air from the system

This replacement screw fastens refrigerator components securely, restoring a tight, rattle-free fit when original hardware is missing, stripped, or corroded. Use it to secure panels, brackets, or trim and keep parts properly aligned.

• Secures panels, brackets, covers, or trim in place
• Helps maintain correct alignment of components and hardware
• Reduces vibration and rattling caused by loose or missing screws
• Replaces lost, rusted, or stripped screws

• Unplug the refrigerator and turn off water supply if working near water components
• Match thread and length to the removed fastener; hand-start threads to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly; do not overtighten into plastic or thin sheet metal
• Keep track of any spacers or washers reused from the original assembly

This is the rear motor cover used in select GE refrigerators. It shields the motor area at the back of the compartment, helping direct airflow and protect the fan/motor assembly for reliable cooling performance.

• Protects the motor/fan area from debris and damage
• Helps channel air correctly through the compartment
• Cracks, broken tabs, or missing cover can lead to noise, poor airflow, frost, or temperature swings
• Restores proper fit and finish inside the compartment

• Unplug the refrigerator before servicing
• Remove shelves/bins obstructing access; retain screws/clips
• Carefully release locking tabs and transfer any reusable hardware
• Ensure the cover seats fully and resecure all fasteners before powering on