April 19, 2023

DIY electric range repair

When your electric range surface burners aren't heating properly or the oven doesn't work, use our troubleshooting tips to figure out how to fix the problem. If your electric range is displaying an error code, use our error code charts to figure out the problem. Then follow the steps in the range repair guides to help you replace parts.

If you're looking for answers to common questions, troubleshooting videos or care and maintenance tips such as the best way to clean a glass cooktop or how to clean streaks off the oven door glass, check out our articles and videos page.

To find the owner’s manual or a complete list of replacement parts for your electric range, search for your model number.

electric range

Symptoms for electric ranges

Main causes: faulty surface element, burner control switch failure, temperature limiter not working properly, loose wiri…

Main causes: impact from dropping an item on the glass surface, ceramic glass surface flaw, surface element temperature …

Repair guides for electric ranges

How to replace a range exposed bake element

How to replace a range exposed bake element

This DIY repair guide shows how to replace an exposed bake element in just 15 minutes.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a range hidden bake element

How to replace a range hidden bake element

These step-by-step instructions guide you through replacing the oven hidden bake element in an electric range.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace the oven broil element on an electric range

How to replace the oven broil element on an electric range

Follow these step-by-step instructions to replace the broiler element in an electric oven.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace an oven temperature sensor on an electric range

How to replace an oven temperature sensor on an electric range

These step-by-step instructions guide you through replacing an oven temperature sensing probe.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace an electric range oven door outer glass panel

How to replace an electric range oven door outer glass panel

Learn how to replace a damaged outer window panel on your oven door with these step-by-step instructions. …

Repair difficulty
Time required
 45 minutes or less
How to replace oven door hinges on an electric range

How to replace oven door hinges on an electric range

If your oven door flops open fast, it's time to replace the hinges. Follow these step-by-step instructions to do it your…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a range glass cooktop

How to replace a range glass cooktop

These step-by-step instructions explain how to replace a damaged ceramic glass cooktop on an electric range. …

Repair difficulty
Time required
 45 minutes or less
How to replace a range surface element control switch

How to replace a range surface element control switch

The surface element control switch lets you turn the stovetop elements on and off, and to set the heat level. These step…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a range radiant surface element

How to replace a range radiant surface element

If the element on your glass cooktop isn't heating up even though it gets power, replace it yourself, in about 45 minute…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 45 minutes or less
How to replace a range relay control board

How to replace a range relay control board

Follow these instructions to replace the relay control board if it isn't responding to signals from the microprocessor d…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 45 minutes or less
How to replace an electric range oven control board

How to replace an electric range oven control board

If the electronic oven control board isn't powering the bake and broil functions, you can replace it in less than half a…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a range solid surface element

How to replace a range solid surface element

Follow these steps to install a replacement if the solid surface element on your range isn't working.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
How to replace a range coil surface element

How to replace a range coil surface element

Easily replace a coil surface element in 15 minutes or less by following these step-by-step instructions.…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less

Articles and videos for electric ranges

How is cooking on an electric range different than cooking on a gas stove?

How is cooking on an electric range different than cooking on a gas stove?

Learn about the differences between cooking on gas and electric stoves.…

Don't wait until the last minute to get your stove ready for the holidays

Don't wait until the last minute to get your stove ready for the holidays

Start now to get your stove ready for the holiday season…

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

Learn about all the convenient features on our Sears PartsDirect website that make your parts purchases easier.…

Are DIY appliance repairs safe?

Are DIY appliance repairs safe?

Find out how to stay safe when repairing your appliances.…

Tapping into a new feature in the Search Bar on Sears PartsDirect

Tapping into a new feature in the Search Bar on Sears PartsDirect

Learn about a new feature added to the Search Bar on Sears PartsDirect…

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.…

What are the main parts of a stove?

What are the main parts of a stove?

Learn about the parts of gas and electric ranges.…

How to disassemble an Electrolux EW30 freestanding electric range

How to disassemble an Electrolux EW30 freestanding electric range

See how to access control boards and oven components in an Electrolux electric range.…

Coil surface element on range not heating video

Coil surface element on range not heating video

Learn how to troubleshoot a coil surface element on your stove that won't heat.…

Testing a range coil surface element with limiter switch video

Testing a range coil surface element with limiter switch video

Three easy steps help you determine if the limiter switch is bad.…

Quick tips and fixes: range hot surface light troubleshooting video

Quick tips and fixes: range hot surface light troubleshooting video

This short, animated video shows you why the hot surface light on your range always stays on—and how to fix it.…

Radiant surface element on range not working video

Radiant surface element on range not working video

Troubleshoot the likely causes why a stovetop burner won’t heat.…

Dual-ring radiant surface element on range not working video

Dual-ring radiant surface element on range not working video

Watch this troubleshooting video to see why a dual burner won’t heat.…

Range hot surface light won't turn off video

Range hot surface light won't turn off video

Learn how to test the surface element switches to find the broken part.…

Range surface element light won't turn off video

Range surface element light won't turn off video

Learn how to find the broken switch causing the problem.…

How to care for a radiant cooktop video

How to care for a radiant cooktop video

Learn how to choose cookware for a glass cooktop range and how to clean the cooktop with a non-abrasive cleaner.…

Oven won't heat: troubleshooting electric range problems video

Oven won't heat: troubleshooting electric range problems video

Troubleshoot problems when the oven on your range won't heat properly.…

How to clean a glass cooktop video

How to clean a glass cooktop video

Find out how to clean the glass cooktop on your range or cooktop to keep it looking new.…

Hidden bake element has long preheat

Hidden bake element has long preheat

Here's why ovens with hidden bake elements take longer to preheat.…