Whirlpool Thermistor Kit / Refrigerator Thermistor Assembly / Temperature Sensor 12002355

Genuine Whirlpool long-harness refrigerator thermistor kit or temperature-sensor assembly with wire connectors. Sources describe it as a refrigerator temperature-sensing component; one technical description specifies approximately 10,000 ohms at 77°F, 29,500 ohms at 36°F, and 86,300 ohms at 0°F.

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Common Symptoms

• Fresh-food section too warm
• Fresh-food section too cold or freezing food
• Freezer temperature is excessively cold
• Temperature control appears inaccurate
• Freezer frost or cooling problems may occur when the sensor signal is incorrect

Check Before Replacing

• Disconnect electrical power before handling the thermistor or its wiring.
• Visually inspect the thermistor, long harness, wire connectors, and splice areas for damage, loose connections, corrosion, or moisture intrusion.
• If the appliance documentation specifies a resistance test, measure the thermistor with power disconnected and the sensor isolated from the control circuit; compare the reading with the applicable temperature/resistance chart rather than relying on a generic pass/fail value.
• For reference, one technical description of this part reports approximately 10,000 ohms at 77°F, 29,500 ohms at 36°F, and 86,300 ohms at 0°F; confirm the model-specific service information before using these values.
• Do not condemn the thermistor solely from a warm or cold refrigerator symptom because airflow, defrost, control, and other components can produce similar symptoms.

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Part Details

Key Features

• Genuine Whirlpool-manufactured refrigerator thermistor kit/temperature sensor
• Long harness with wire connectors
• Designed to sense compartment temperature for the electronic control system
• Approximate resistance values reported as 10,000 ohms at 77°F, 29,500 ohms at 36°F, and 86,300 ohms at 0°F
• Used in refrigerator temperature-sensing applications

Installation Notes

• Disconnect power to the refrigerator before installation.
• The kit may require access to the refrigerator control-panel, light-assembly, or other model-specific sensor location.
• Follow the model-specific procedure for removing covers and releasing the sensor; avoid damaging the cabinet liner, light assembly, or harness.
• Where the model-specific procedure requires wire replacement, make the splice or connector connection moisture-resistant and secure; do not leave exposed conductors.
• Route and clip the replacement sensor and harness in the original location so the sensor is positioned correctly and the wiring is protected.
• Restore power only after all covers, connectors, and wiring are secured.

Verified Compatible Models

596.68942800, 596.76572600, 596.76593600, ABB1921BRW00, ABB2222FEW11, ABL2522FES12, AFI2538AES00, G32526PEKB12, GX5FHTXTQ01, KBRS20ETBL11, MBB1957FEW01, MBF1956KEB, MBF1956KEQ11, MBF2255KEW, MFI2269FRZ09

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.