Kenmore Elite 25344503605 refrigerator Parts

The Kenmore Elite side-by-side refrigerator model 25344503605 is a full-size unit; for the exact height, width, depth, and capacity for your specific configuration, use the specification and installation-clearance section in the 25344503605 owner's manual or the 25344503605 installation guide.

Typical size range for this style (for planning)

Most Kenmore 253-series side-by-side refrigerators fall into these common ranges; use them to estimate fit until you confirm the exact specs in your documents.

• Width: 32 to 36 in.
• Height: 65 to 70 in.
• Depth (cabinet): 28 to 34 in.
• Capacity: 20 to 26 cu. ft.
• Door swing space: plan extra room beyond the cabinet width

What to measure at home

These measurements prevent delivery and fit problems.

• Doorway width (narrowest point, including trim)
• Hallway turns and stair landings (diagonal clearance)
• Cabinet opening width and overhead clearance
• Depth to obstacles (counter edge, island, wall behind unit)
• Space for water line if you use the dispenser or ice maker

Clearance planning guide

Item to plan for	What to allow	Why it matters
Side clearance	Enough for doors to open comfortably	Prevents door bind and shelf interference
Rear clearance	Space for cord and water line	Avoids kinks and vibration
Top clearance	Room for airflow	Helps cooling performance

Why it matters

Correct sizing and clearance help the doors seal properly, keep airflow moving across the condenser area, and reduce issues like vibration, warm temperatures, or water line pinching that can affect ice and water dispensing.

Last updated: February 2026

The most reliable way to tell the age of your Kenmore Elite refrigerator model 25344503605 is to use the serial number from the rating label; the serial format includes a date code that identifies the production time. Use the location details in your owner's manual to find the label, then decode the serial date code.

Where to find the model and serial label

On most Kenmore side-by-side refrigerators, the rating label is inside the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment, often on a side wall or near the top.

• Open the refrigerator door and look along the inner side walls
• Check near the upper right area of the fresh food compartment
• Look behind crisper drawers if you do not see it at eye level
• Write down the full serial number exactly as shown (letters and numbers)

How to decode the serial number (what to look for)

Kenmore Elite refrigerators commonly use a serial number date code that indicates year and week (or year and month) of manufacture. Once you have the serial number, identify the date-code portion and translate it into a calendar timeframe.

• Find the first 1 to 2 letters (often plant or series code)
• Identify the digits/letters that represent year
• Identify the digits that represent week or month
• Convert that code to an approximate build date
• Use the build date as the best estimate of “how old” the refrigerator is

Quick reference table (typical outcome)

What you have	What it tells you	What to do next
Model number (25344503605)	Product family and configuration	Use it to pull the correct parts list and documentation
Serial number	Manufacturing date code	Decode it to estimate the build month/week and year
Purchase receipt	In-service date	Use it for warranty timing and ownership records

Why it matters

Knowing the approximate manufacture date helps us match the correct parts (water filter, ice maker, controls) and avoid ordering a look-alike part that does not fit your exact production run.

Helpful related maintenance tip

If you are already checking labels and records, it is also a good time to confirm your water filter type and replacement interval; our how to replace the water filter in a Kenmore refrigerator guide walks through the common Kenmore filter styles and replacement steps.

Last updated: February 2026

Common problems on the Kenmore Elite 25344503605 side-by-side refrigerator are warm temperatures (cooling loss), ice maker or dispenser trouble, and water leaks. In most cases, the root cause is airflow restriction, a defrost issue, or a water-supply component problem; our owner's manual troubleshooting tables help you narrow it down fast.

Most common symptoms and what usually causes them

• Refrigerator or freezer too warm: doors opened too often, door not sealing, controls set too warm, blocked vents, evaporator fan or defrost problem
• Ice maker not making ice or dispensing poorly: clogged filter, low water pressure, frozen fill path, inlet valve issue, ice buildup in the bin
• Water leaking or puddles: blocked defrost drain, loose water line connection, cracked water tank, inlet valve seepage
• Noisy operation: condenser fan or evaporator fan blade interference, ice buildup contacting a fan
• Lights work but cooling stops: controls set to “off” stops the compressor but does not cut power to lights and other components (unplugging is required to fully remove power)

Quick checks we recommend before replacing parts

1. Confirm control settings and allow 24 hours after changes for temperatures to stabilize.
2. Check door closure and gaskets; a slightly open door can warm both compartments.
3. Look for airflow blockage (packages against vents) and listen for fan operation.
4. Inspect for frost buildup on the freezer back panel (often points to a defrost system issue).
5. For ice and water issues, replace the filter first and flush the system.

Parts that commonly solve these problems (when symptoms match)

Symptom	Common part to check	Example part for this model
Slow water flow, poor ice quality	Water filter	Genuine Kenmore refrigerator water filter WFCB
No ice, no water fill	Water inlet valve	Refrigerator water inlet valve assembly 242252702
Warm temps with poor airflow	Air damper or sensor	Refrigerator air damper 5303918899, refrigerator temperature sensor 240597220
Frost buildup, warming	Defrost thermostat	Refrigerator defrost bi-metal thermostat 5303918214

Why it matters

Cooling, ice, and leak complaints usually share the same few systems: air movement, defrost, and water supply. A fast symptom check prevents unnecessary part swaps and helps protect food temperatures.

Safety note for ice buildup

We do not recommend using sharp tools to break ice in the bin or dispenser area; that can damage the bin and dispenser mechanism.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Kenmore Elite refrigerator model 25344503605, the model number is listed on the serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment. Open the fresh food door and look along the interior walls for the rating label; clean the label with mild soap and water only (as noted in the owner's manual).

Common places to check first

We typically find the model and serial label in one of these spots on side-by-side refrigerators:

• Inside the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment on a side wall
• On the ceiling area inside the fresh food compartment
• On the wall behind or near the lower crisper drawers
• Along the door frame area when the door is open
• Behind the lower toe grille (kick plate) on some installations

Quick steps to find it fast

1. Open the refrigerator (fresh food) door.
2. Scan the upper and side interior walls for a printed rating label.
3. Pull out the crisper drawers and look at the back wall area.
4. If you still do not see it, remove the toe grille and check behind it.

What the label usually includes

Label item	What it helps with
Model number	Matching parts and diagrams to your exact unit
Serial number	Identifying production details for service and compatibility
Electrical ratings	Confirming power requirements and safe troubleshooting

Why it matters

Using the exact model number prevents ordering the wrong Kenmore parts (such as a water filter, ice maker, or control). For example, this model uses the Kenmore replacement water filter cartridge 46 9910, which matches the genuine Kenmore refrigerator water filter WFCB.

Last updated: February 2026