Kenmore 59679323016 refrigerator Parts

To tell what Kenmore refrigerator model you have, we look for the model/serial tag on the cabinet (not on removable drawers). For Kenmore model 59679323016, the tag is typically inside the fresh food section on a side wall or ceiling, or it may be behind the lower kick plate.

Where to look for the model number label

Check these common spots first:

• Inside the refrigerator compartment on the left or right side wall
• On the ceiling of the fresh food compartment
• Behind or beside the crisper drawers (on the cabinet wall, not the drawer)
• Behind the bottom front kick plate or toe grille
• On the hinge-side cabinet frame near the door opening

What the model number looks like (and why it matters)

Kenmore model numbers are usually a long string of numbers (sometimes with a dot on other Kenmore products). Once you have the exact model number, we use it to match the correct parts list, diagrams, and compatible replacements.

Quick check table

What you found	What it means	What to do next
Full model number (example: 59679323016)	Exact match for parts	Use it to shop the correct parts list
Only a partial number	Not enough for accurate parts matching	Re-check the label for missing digits
Serial number only	Build date tracking, not parts matching	Keep looking for the model number

If the label is missing or unreadable

Use these steps to get a reliable ID:

• Look for a second sticker near the kick plate area
• Write down any numbers stamped on the cabinet frame (if present)
• Take a clear photo of the label area and compare characters (0 vs O, 1 vs I)
• Match visible features (bottom-mount freezer, dispenser, filter location) to narrow the parts list

Why it matters

Using the exact model number prevents ordering the wrong items, especially for fit-sensitive parts like a door gasket or water filter head.

Parts you can match once the model is confirmed

After you confirm your model, you can order common maintenance and repair items from the parts list for your refrigerator, or search by model on Sears PartsDirect. Examples for model 59679323016 include:

• Kenmore refrigerator water filter (9084) EDR4RXD1
• Refrigerator door gasket W10830162
• Refrigerator water inlet valve assembly WPW10420083

For water filter identification and replacement steps, we use the guide how to replace the water filter in a Kenmore refrigerator.

Last updated: February 2026

A failing compressor in Kenmore refrigerator model 59679323016 typically shows up as both sections warming up while the unit keeps trying to run, repeated clicking during start attempts, or a compressor that overheats without restoring normal temperatures. Confirm the diagnosis by ruling out airflow and defrost problems first.

Signs that strongly point to a compressor or sealed-system issue

• Refrigerator and freezer are both warm after several hours of running
• Repeated click every few minutes (start attempt, then shutoff)
• Compressor is very hot to the touch after running (use caution)
• Little or no cooling even though fans and lights still work
• You hear the evaporator fan, but there is no strong cold airflow

Checks to do before blaming the compressor

These issues commonly mimic a “bad compressor”:

• Evaporator fan not moving air: no circulation means poor cooling (see refrigerator evaporator motor W11024089)
• Defrost failure causing heavy frost: frost blocks airflow through the evaporator (see refrigerator defrost heater WP12729128)
• Bad temperature sensing: can cause incorrect run times and temperatures (see refrigerator thermistor W10316760)

Quick decision guide

What you observe	Most likely area	Why it matters
Clicking every few minutes, no cooling	Start circuit or compressor	Compressor may be locked or failing to start
Heavy frost behind freezer panel	Defrost system	Frost blockage mimics compressor failure
Fans run, both sections warm	Sealed system/compressor	Cooling is not being produced effectively

Why it matters

Compressor replacement is a major sealed-system repair. Ruling out the evaporator fan, defrost heater, and thermistor helps you avoid replacing the wrong part and restores cooling faster.

If the compressor is confirmed failed, the replacement listed for this model is refrigerator compressor W10233960. For ordering, use the parts list for model 59679323016 or search on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

Water leaking from the bottom of your Kenmore 59679323016 bottom-mount refrigerator is typically caused by a clogged or frozen defrost drain that overflows, or a water-system seep (filter head, inlet valve, or tubing) that drips down to the base.

Quick checks we recommend

• Look for water under the crisper drawers (defrost drain backup).
• Check the freezer floor for a sheet of ice near the back (frozen drain).
• Inspect the drain pan area underneath for water trails or a pan that is out of position.
• Note whether the puddle appears after using the dispenser or ice maker (water-system leak).
• Check the back lower area for damp tubing connections.

Most common causes and fixes

Defrost drain clogged or frozen

Defrost water should flow through a drain hole and tube to the pan. When it plugs with ice or debris, water backs up and finds its way out the bottom.

• Unplug the refrigerator.
• Melt visible ice with warm air (low heat) and flush the drain with hot water.
• Clear the drain tube from the rear access area if reachable.

Water system leak (valve, filter head, or tubing)

If the leak correlates with dispensing water or ice production, focus on the supply connections and valve.

Parts that are often involved:

• Refrigerator water inlet valve assembly WPW10420083
• Refrigerator water filter head W11346623
• Refrigerator water supply tube union, 5/16 x 5/16-in WP2300868

For prevention and maintenance steps, see: how to prevent water dispenser and ice maker problems.

Symptom-to-cause guide

What you notice	Most likely cause	Where to look
Water under crispers	Defrost drain blocked	Drain hole/tube, freezer rear area
Ice on freezer floor	Frozen defrost drain	Bottom of freezer, drain trough
Leak after dispensing	Tubing/filter head leak	Filter housing, rear tubing
Slow constant puddle	Inlet valve seep	Back lower area near valve

Why it matters

Stopping leaks early prevents ice buildup, temperature swings, and floor damage; it also helps keep airflow and defrost performance normal.

You can order replacement parts for your Kenmore 59679323016 from the parts list for this model, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026