The air damper assembly regulates the flow of cold air from the freezer into the fresh food compartment. A new damper restores balanced airflow for steady refrigerator temperatures—helping prevent warm spots or unwanted freezing of items.
- Controls and meters cold-air supply from the freezer to the refrigerator section
- Helps maintain even, consistent temperatures across shelves and drawers
- A stuck or worn damper may cause a warm refrigerator section while the freezer stays cold
- If stuck open, may lead to freezing near the air outlet and noticeable temperature swings
- Failing dampers can produce repetitive clicking or grinding noises from the damper area
What's included: One air damper assembly. Install notes:
- Unplug the refrigerator before servicing
- Access from the fresh food compartment; remove shelves and the diffuser/cover to reach the damper
- Note screw locations and wiring; handle seals and air passages carefully to prevent leaks
- After installation, verify the damper door moves freely and the cover seats properly; allow up to 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
I was getting the dreaded "woodpecker" tapping in my ge profile refrigerator every 10 minutes or so 8 to12 loud rapping sounds James S. • Bakersfield , CA • April 06, 2018
All my reading online pointed to the damper doors, and by standing in the open door of my fridge, I patiently waited until it happened again, and determined it was the ones behind the crisper. Problem was, there's both a single unit and a double set of doors listed on your part list. I decided to order both sets (and they came in two days, thank you). I watched your great video and even though my unit didn't perfectly match the one you demonstrated, it was close enough that I made the repair...
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