Whirlpool GSS26C4XXW03 refrigerator Parts

For your Whirlpool GSS26C4XXW03 side-by-side refrigerator, the most reliable way to confirm cubic feet is to look up the capacity listed for your exact model in the owner's manual. If you just need a quick estimate, you can calculate interior volume by measuring and converting cubic inches to cubic feet.

Fast ways to find the capacity

• Check the product specs in the owner's manual for GSS26C4XXW03.
• Measure the fresh food and freezer compartments and calculate an estimate (best when you cannot access specs).
• Use the model number (GSS26C4XXW03) when shopping for bins, shelves, or door gaskets so you get the right fit.

How to calculate cubic feet (estimated)

1. Empty each compartment enough to measure.
2. Measure interior:
   • Width (inches)
   • Height (inches)
   • Depth (inches)
3. Multiply: width × height × depth = cubic inches
4. Convert: cubic inches ÷ 1,728 = cubic feet

Quick conversion table

What you have	What to do	Result
Inches (W × H × D)	Multiply to get cubic inches	Total cubic inches
Cubic inches	Divide by 1,728	Cubic feet (approx.)

Tips to get a more accurate measurement

• Measure to the inside liner, not the door bins.
• For depth, measure to the back wall, not into air channels.
• Calculate fresh food and freezer separately, then add them.
• Expect your estimate to be lower than the advertised capacity because shelves, drawers, and ducting reduce usable space.

Why it matters

Knowing cubic feet helps us match the right refrigerator parts and accessories for your GSS26C4XXW03, such as a correctly sized refrigerator glass shelf W11094295 or a properly fitting refrigerator freezer door gasket WPW10249913. It also helps set realistic expectations for storage and airflow.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Whirlpool GSS26C4XXW03 side-by-side refrigerator, the main temperature and feature controls are on the control console at the top front of the fresh food (refrigerator) compartment. Open the refrigerator door and look up near the ceiling light area; the button pad and indicator lights are in that housing (see the GSS26C4XXW03 owner's manual).

How to find the control console quickly

Use these visual cues inside the refrigerator section:

• Look at the very top, just behind the door opening
• Check near the upper interior lights and air vent area
• Find the temperature adjustment buttons and indicator LEDs
• Look for feature buttons such as lock, fast cool, or similar options
• If you see a small display or row of lights, that is part of the control console

What you can adjust from the controls

Most Whirlpool side-by-side control consoles manage both compartments from one place:

• Refrigerator temperature setting
• Freezer temperature setting
• Door alarm and control lock (if equipped)
• Cooling or ice-related features (varies by configuration)

Normal temperature targets

Compartment	Target setting	Why it matters
Refrigerator	37°F	Keeps food safe without freezing produce
Freezer	0°F	Maintains solid ice and stable frozen storage

If the controls do not respond

If buttons do not work, lights flicker, or settings will not change, start with simple checks before replacing parts:

• Confirm the refrigerator has power and interior lights turn on
• Make sure control lock is not enabled (hold the lock key if present)
• Unplug the refrigerator for 5 minutes, then restore power to reset the control
• If the console stays dead or erratic, a control failure is likely

If a repair is needed, a common part tied to control and display symptoms is the refrigerator electronic control board W10898445. You can order model-correct parts from the list for GSS26C4XXW03 or search by model on Sears PartsDirect.

Why it matters

Using the correct control location helps you set accurate temperatures, prevent freezing or warming issues, and avoid misdiagnosing normal indicator lights as a cooling problem.

Last updated: February 2026

If your Whirlpool GSS26C4XXW03 dispenses water but will not make ice, the usual causes are the ice maker being turned off, a frozen fill tube, restricted flow from the water filter, or a dual water inlet valve failure on the ice maker side. Use the GSS26C4XXW03 owner's manual to confirm the correct ice maker settings.

Quick checks (fastest fixes first)

• Confirm the ice maker is ON (switch on, or shutoff arm down depending on style).
• Make sure the freezer is at 0°F for normal ice production.
• Empty the ice bin and remove any clumped ice that can jam the ejector.
• Check the fill tube area for frost or a solid ice plug.
• Replace the water filter on schedule; low flow can still dispense water but not fill the mold well.

If water flow to the ice maker is the issue

Many side-by-side Whirlpool units use a dual water inlet valve; the dispenser side can work while the ice maker side fails. For this model, the matching part is the refrigerator water inlet valve WPW10238100.

What to look for

• Kinked supply line behind the refrigerator
• Household shutoff valve not fully open
• No brief valve sound during an ice maker fill
• Small or hollow cubes before ice production stops

Symptom-to-cause guide

Symptom	Likely cause	What to do
Bin empty, no recent cubes	Ice maker off or freezer too warm	Turn on; set freezer to 0°F
No fill, fill tube frosted	Frozen fill tube	Thaw and clear the tube
Small or hollow cubes	Restricted water flow	Replace filter; check supply
Dispenser works, ice never fills	Valve ice side not opening	Diagnose, replace valve

Why it matters

The dispenser and ice maker share the same water supply but use different internal paths and valve outlets; one side can fail or freeze while the other still works.

For prevention steps (filter changes, purging air, avoiding frozen lines), see how to prevent water dispenser and ice maker problems. To order parts, use the parts list for GSS26C4XXW03 or search by model on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026