Kenmore Elite 10658169702 side-by-side refrigerator Parts

Your Kenmore Elite refrigerator’s model number is printed on a rating label inside the fresh food section or freezer section. For this parts page, the model is Kenmore ELITE 10658169702; match your label exactly to be sure you are ordering the correct refrigerator parts.

Where to find the model number label

Check these common label locations on Kenmore side-by-side refrigerators:

• Inside the refrigerator compartment on a side wall
• Inside the freezer compartment on a side wall
• On the frame behind the lower crisper drawer area
• Along the door opening (hinge side) near the front edge
• Behind the lower toe grille (kick plate) area

What the model number looks like

Most Kenmore Elite model numbers are a long numeric string. For this refrigerator, it should read:

Item	Example for this refrigerator
Brand line	Kenmore Elite
Model number	10658169702
What to match	All digits, in the same order

Why matching the exact model matters

Kenmore Elite side-by-side refrigerators can use different ice maker, water filter, and door bin designs that look similar but do not interchange. Using the exact model number helps us show the correct diagrams and compatible parts for your refrigerator.

Next step after you find it

Once you confirm the label matches 10658169702, use the parts list for this model to choose replacements by symptom or by diagram. Common maintenance items for this model include the water filter and water system parts.

For label examples and model number details, use the owner's manual.

Last updated: February 2026

On Kenmore Elite model 10658169702 side-by-side refrigerators, the model number is printed on the appliance identification label inside the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment, typically on a side wall near the crisper drawers or along the cabinet frame.

Common places to check first

• Inside the refrigerator section on the left or right interior wall
• On the cabinet frame just behind the door (near the hinge side)
• Near the crisper pan area (above or beside the drawers)
• On the ceiling of the fresh food compartment (less common)
• If you cannot find it in the refrigerator section, check the freezer section side wall

What the label looks like (and what to write down)

The ID label usually includes both a model number and a serial number. We recommend copying both exactly as shown because parts diagrams and replacement parts are matched by the full model.

Item on label	Why it matters for parts and service
Model number (example: 10658169702)	Identifies the exact Kenmore Elite refrigerator design and parts list
Serial number	Helps confirm production series and compatible revisions

Why it matters

Kenmore side-by-side refrigerators often have multiple versions that look similar. Using the exact model number helps us match the correct refrigerator water filter, ice maker parts, door bins, and electronic controls for your unit.

Tip if you are ordering a water filter

Once you confirm the model number, you can match the correct filter style. For this model, a common replacement is the genuine Kenmore refrigerator water filter EDR3RXD1.

For diagrams and model-specific identification notes, use the owner's manual.

Last updated: February 2026

Common problems on the Kenmore Elite 10658169702 side-by-side refrigerator include weak or no ice production, water dispenser issues, warm temperatures from poor airflow, and frost buildup from defrost failures. Many of these symptoms trace back to the ice maker, water filter, evaporator fan, or defrost controls; use the owner's manual for model-specific checks.

Most common symptoms (and what they usually point to)

• Not making ice or slow ice: ice maker switched off, low water pressure, clogged filter, or a failing ice maker
• No water from dispenser: clogged filter, frozen reservoir, or a faulty inlet valve
• Refrigerator or freezer too warm: evaporator fan problem, blocked vents, dirty condenser area, or control issue
• Frost buildup or warm freezer: defrost thermostat or defrost system problem
• Doors not closing well: leveling or door alignment issue (can cause moisture and temperature swings)

Quick checks we recommend first

1. Give it time after changes: after installation or a temperature adjustment, allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize.
2. Adjust temperatures slowly: change the control one setting at a time, then wait 24 hours before adjusting again.
3. Confirm ice maker is ON: depending on style, use the wire shutoff arm down (ON) or slide the control to ON.
4. Verify water supply: the household water supply must be connected and turned on; low pressure (including some reverse osmosis setups) can reduce ice and water flow.
5. Purge air from the water system: after filter changes or water line work, dispense water to clear air and reduce dripping.

Parts that commonly solve these problems on model 10658169702

Symptom	Common part to inspect/replace	Part ID
Bad taste, slow water, slow ice	Water filter	Genuine Kenmore refrigerator water filter EDR3RXD1
No ice, irregular cubes	Ice maker	Refrigerator ice maker WPW10190961
No water or weak flow	Water inlet valve	Refrigerator inlet valve W10822681
Frost buildup, warm temps	Defrost thermostat	Refrigerator defrost bi-metal thermostat WPW10225581
Warm temps, poor airflow	Evaporator fan motor	Refrigerator evaporator fan motor WP2315549

Why it matters

Ice and water issues often start with water flow (filter, valve, reservoir), while temperature problems usually come from airflow (evaporator fan, diffuser) or defrost performance. Fixing the root cause protects food temperatures and reduces run time.

Last updated: February 2026

Your Kenmore Elite refrigerator model 10658169702 has its official cubic-foot capacity listed on the model and serial tag inside the fresh food section and in the specifications information in the 10658169702 owner's manual. Use those two sources to get the exact total capacity for your specific unit.

Where to find the cubic-foot capacity on model 10658169702

Check these locations first; they give the official capacity (not a rough estimate).

• Model and serial tag inside the refrigerator compartment (often on a side wall or ceiling)
• Specifications section in the 10658169702 owner's manual
• If the tag is hard to read, clean it gently and use a flashlight to capture a clear photo

Quick reference: which method to use

Method	What you get	Best for
Model and serial tag	Official capacity tied to your exact unit	Confirming the correct spec for your refrigerator
Owner’s manual specs	Official published capacity for the model series	Comparing models and verifying features
Measuring interior space	Planning estimate only	Storage planning, not official capacity

Why we do not recommend “measuring cubic feet”

Interior measurements miss real-world space taken up by the evaporator cover, air ducts, shelves, and bins. That is why the tag and manual are the right way to confirm capacity.

Why it matters

Knowing the correct cubic-foot capacity helps you compare refrigerators accurately and choose correctly sized replacement items that match the interior layout, such as the refrigerator water filter EDR3RXD1 and door storage components.

Last updated: February 2026

On Kenmore Elite model 10658169702, a bad compressor shows up as both sections warming while the unit keeps trying to run, often with repeated clicking at the compressor area or an overheated compressor that shuts off. We confirm airflow and defrost basics first to avoid misdiagnosis.

Quick checks first (most common look-alikes)

Do these before condemning the compressor:

• Set temperature controls correctly; change only one setting at a time and wait 24 hours between adjustments (see the owner's manual).
• Clean the condenser area so heat can leave the cabinet.
• Confirm the evaporator fan runs and you feel strong airflow in the freezer.
• Check for heavy frost on the freezer back wall (defrost problem can mimic compressor failure).
• Verify doors close and seal; air leaks cause long run times and warm temps.

Symptoms that point to the compressor or sealed system

When the checks above pass, these signs are more compressor-related:

• Compressor tries to start, then clicks off every few minutes
• Compressor runs nearly nonstop but temperatures do not improve after 24 hours
• Compressor is very hot to the touch and then stops (overload protection)

Sound guide

What you hear	Most likely issue	Next step
Click every 2 to 5 minutes	Start device/overload or locked compressor	Electrical diagnosis by a technician
Steady hum but weak cooling	Weak compressor or restriction	Check evaporator frost pattern
Buzzing from freezer door area	Ice maker running dry	Check water supply and ice maker settings

Parts commonly involved in “no cool” diagnosis

These parts often cause compressor-like symptoms:

• Refrigerator evaporator fan motor WP2315549 (no airflow)
• Refrigerator defrost bi-metal thermostat WPW10225581 (frost buildup)
• Refrigerator microcomputer W11629974 (control not powering cooling correctly)

Why it matters

Compressor and sealed-system repairs are high-cost; ruling out fan, defrost, and control issues first prevents replacing the compressor when a simpler part is the real cause.

Last updated: February 2026