{"product_id":"w10316760-refrigerator-thermistor-sensor-wpw10323459-ap4538142-w10323459","title":"W10316760 Refrigerator Thermistor Sensor WPW10323459, AP4538142, W10323459","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.pom { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; color: #1e293b; line-height: 1.75; }\n  .pom *, .pom *::before, .pom *::after { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .pom h2 { font-size: 21px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom h3 { font-size: 17px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom-card { background: #fff; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-card-blue { background: #eff6ff; border-color: #bfdbfe; }\n  .pom-card-green { background: #f0fdf4; border-color: #bbf7d0; }\n  .pom-qa { background: #eff6ff; border-left: 4px solid #1e40af; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 16px 20px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-qa-label { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 900; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #1e40af; margin: 0 0 6px; }\n  .pom ul { margin: 0; padding: 0; list-style: none; }\n  .pom ul li { position: relative; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom ul li::before { content: \"\"; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 9px; width: 7px; height: 7px; border-radius: 50%; background: #1e40af; }\n  .pom-list-green li::before { background: #15803d; }\n  .pom-specs-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr { border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .pom-specs-table td { padding: 9px 4px; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:first-child { color: #1e293b; width: 45%; font-style: italic; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:last-child { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; }\n  .pom-warning { background: #fffbeb; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 15px; color: #92400e; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-warning strong { display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.08em; }\n  .pom-faq-item { margin-bottom: 16px; padding-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-faq-item:last-child { border-bottom: none; margin-bottom: 0; padding-bottom: 0; }\n  .pom-faq-q { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom-faq-a { font-size: 15px; color: #334155; margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-badges { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; margin-top: 14px; }\n  .pom-badge { background: #f0fdf4; border: 1px solid #bbf7d0; color: #15803d; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 999px; }\n  .pom p { margin: 0 0 12px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom p:last-child { margin-bottom: 0; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eXPARTCO W10316760 Refrigerator Thermistor Sensor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XPARTCO W10316760 is an aftermarket replacement temperature thermistor compatible with a wide range of Whirlpool-built refrigerators sold under the Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, and Magic Chef brands. The thermistor sits inside the fresh food or freezer compartment and continuously reports internal temperature back to the electronic control board, which uses that reading to cycle the compressor, evaporator fan, and damper to keep the compartment in range. When the thermistor drifts out of calibration or fails outright, the control board loses an accurate temperature signal and the refrigerator commonly responds with erratic cooling, a warmer-than-normal compartment, food freezing when it shouldn't, or a flashing\/blank temperature display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis XPARTCO version is built with a quick-connect mounting clip, so it plugs in without cutting or splicing wires — unlike the genuine Whirlpool OEM part, which ships as a splice-in kit requiring you to cut the old thermistor's leads and join the new ones with included wire connectors. It directly replaces W10316760, WPW10323459, W10323459, 12791417, 12791417SP, 12791419SP, 1876627, W10280385, W10280386, W10308052, W10316760VP, W10438639, W10438761, W10452402, AH2580944, AP4538142, AWP40532, EA2580944, EAP2580944, PD00006590, PS2580944, and additional cross-reference numbers listed below. Installs in 15–30 minutes with basic hand tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-qa-label\"\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eXPARTCO W10316760 Refrigerator Thermistor Sensor\u003c\/strong\u003e fixes Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, and Magic Chef refrigerators that are running warm, running constantly, freezing food unexpectedly, or showing a flashing\/blank temperature display. This version uses a quick-connect clip — no wire cutting or splicing like the genuine Whirlpool splice-kit version requires. Replaces W10316760, WPW10323459, W10323459, 12791417, 12791417SP, 12791419SP, 1876627, W10280385, W10280386, W10308052, W10316760VP, W10438639, W10438761, W10452402, AH2580944, AP4538142, AWP40532, EA2580944, EAP2580944, PD00006590, PS2580944. \u003cem\u003eClassic symptom: fridge or freezer running warmer than the setting, or running nonstop.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Problems This Part Fixes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigerator or freezer running noticeably warmer than the temperature setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFridge running constantly and never cycling off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature display flashing, showing dashes, or displaying an error code\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood freezing in the fresh food compartment when it shouldn't be\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressor and fans not cycling normally, or running nonstop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInconsistent or swinging temperature readings on the display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne compartment (fridge or freezer) running warm while the other stays normal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 8px; letter-spacing: -0.01em;\"\u003eCross Reference Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #475569; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003ePart numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis refrigerator thermistor directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 15px; color: #0f172a; font-weight: bold; line-height: 2.2;\"\u003eW10316760, WPW10323459, W10323459, 12791417, 12791417SP, 12791419SP, 1876627, W10280385, W10280386, W10308052, W10316760VP, W10438639, W10438761, W10452402, AH2580944, AP4538142, AWP40532, EA2580944, EAP2580944, PD00006590, PS2580944\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 4px; font-size: 15px; color: #475569;\"\u003eIf your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-blue\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis thermistor is used across a wide range of \u003cstrong\u003eWhirlpool-built refrigerators\u003c\/strong\u003e from the following brands:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pom-list-green\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhirlpool refrigerators (including WRF535SMBM00, WRX735SDBM00, and related French door \/ side-by-side models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchenAid refrigerators (including KBFS22EWBL1, KBFS22EWMS1, KBFS22EWMS3, KBFS22EWMS5, KBFS22EWMS7, KBFS22EWWH1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaytag refrigerators (select Whirlpool-built models, including KRFF302ESS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJenn-Air refrigerators (select Whirlpool-built models, including MFI2269VEM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmana refrigerators (select models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInglis refrigerators (select models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagic Chef refrigerators (select models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 12px; font-size: 15px; color: #92400e; background: #fffbeb; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many of these refrigerators use \u003cstrong\u003eseparate thermistors\u003c\/strong\u003e for the fresh food and freezer compartments, so confirm which sensor location your model uses before ordering — appearance can be similar across positions. Always verify your appliance model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-fit replacement refrigerator temperature thermistor — reports compartment temperature to the electronic control board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolves \"running warm,\" \"running constantly,\" \"freezing food,\" and \"flashing display\" symptoms caused by thermistor failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-connect mounting clip — no wire cutting or splicing required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatches OEM electrical resistance curve for accurate temperature sensing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate lead length ~5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces W10316760, WPW10323459, W10323459, 12791417, 12791417SP, 12791419SP, 1876627, W10280385, W10280386, W10308052, W10316760VP, W10438639, W10438761, W10452402, AH2580944, AP4538142, AWP40532, EA2580944, EAP2580944, PD00006590, PS2580944, and additional cross-reference numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, and Magic Chef refrigerators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick DIY repair — installs in 15–30 minutes with basic hand tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pom-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXPW10316760\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eW10316760\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefrigerator Temperature Thermistor \/ Sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAftermarket Replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhirlpool-Built Refrigerators (Fresh Food \/ Freezer Compartment)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuick-connect clip (no splicing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. Lead Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~5 inches (may vary by model)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Brands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, Magic Chef\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Disconnect Power Before Starting\u003c\/strong\u003e Unplug the refrigerator or shut off power at the breaker before accessing internal panels. Locate the thermistor at its mounting position inside the fresh food or freezer compartment (location varies by model — consult your model's parts diagram if unsure). Photograph the wire routing before disconnecting. On this XPARTCO version, simply unplug the old thermistor's connector from the wiring harness — no cutting or splicing needed. Release the old thermistor from its mounting clip or bracket and remove it. Install the new thermistor in the same position, securing it in its mounting clip. Plug the new thermistor's connector into the wiring harness, matching your photos. Reassemble any panels removed for access. Restore power and allow the refrigerator several hours to stabilize before checking temperatures. Tools needed: nut driver or screwdriver (for panel access), needle-nose pliers (for mounting clip).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eIs this the same as the genuine Whirlpool W10316760 thermistor?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eIt's a direct-fit aftermarket equivalent, not the genuine Whirlpool part. The key functional difference is installation: the genuine OEM version ships as a splice-in kit requiring you to cut the old wires and use included splice connectors, while this XPARTCO version has a quick-connect clip that simply plugs in — no splicing tools needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eWill this fit my refrigerator?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eW10316760 and its cross-reference numbers span a wide range of Whirlpool-built models across several brands. Confirm fit using your refrigerator's exact model number before ordering, since visually similar thermistors are used across different platforms and compartment locations. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eMy fridge is warm but the freezer is fine (or vice versa) — could this part be the cause?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eYes. Most of these refrigerators use separate thermistors for the fresh food and freezer compartments, so a single failed sensor can cause one section to run warm while the other stays normal. Confirm which sensor location your model uses before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eDo I need any tools to install this?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eBasic hand tools to access the interior panel (typically a nut driver or screwdriver) plus needle-nose pliers to release the old mounting clip. Because this version uses a plug-style connector, no wire strippers, cutters, or splice connectors are needed — unlike the genuine OEM splice-kit version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eIs this an OEM or aftermarket part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eThis is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine Whirlpool OEM part, but is manufactured to match the electrical resistance curve, mounting position, and temperature-sensing function of the original W10316760 thermistor used in compatible Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Amana, Inglis, and Magic Chef refrigerators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-green\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop With Confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA U.S.-based appliance parts retailer specializing in genuine OEM and high-quality replacement parts. We stock components for all major appliance brands and offer fast shipping from our U.S. warehouse. 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