Whirlpool WPW10594329 Damper Control Assembly OEM Part

Replaced the damper control. It took only 10-15 minutes. Since replacement, the clicking noise has stopped. Very happy with the result. However, want to share that there was probably nothing wrong with the original damper other than the original faulty design. The flap opens and closes and believe the clicking noise was the result of plastic against plastic. Noticed the new damper control is exactly the same as the original except that one of the flap sides now has a thick piece of rubbery foam so not longer plastic hits plastic. If I had known, l could have saved $71 dollars because believe it could had been a very easy fix to duplicate new design. Repair experience was good but somehow feel cheated knowing all along the maker knew how to fix the problem and they could have provided a much cheaper solution.

Ordered new part that came in 2 days. Watched video on how to replace it, which was very helpful.

Every time the refrigerator started its cooling cycle, a clicking noise from the controller was noted. Replacing the controller was very easy and it solved the problem.

Entered Model Number and scrolled through list of issues and found the one that closely matched the problem - the damper was continuously operating and made a grinding noise. Went to the parts diagram found the part and confirmed that it would work with my KitchenAid refrigerator and then viewed the video on how to remove and replace. The posted video was not specific for KitchenAid but gave sufficient information on how to access, remove and replace the part. Placed the order online and upon receipt did the swap in less than 20 minutes and all is working perfectly. HINT: Using a headband flashlight and magnetizing the two cover screws made reassembly very easy.

Could hear the noise and feel the chatter in the center vent in the KitchenAid french door refrigerator, looked online and finally found out it was the damper control (it took a while to find out) and then ordered the part. The replacement literally took one minute. Pop-out the center plate (the small one) which reveals two Philips screws, remove those and take out the rest of the cover (including foam insert behind), snap out and unplug the old damper unit and replace with new and re-assemble. Don't forget to turn off the power to the refrigerator first!!