Range Burner Not Heating? Surface Element 5304516160 – Fix 6" Burner Failure Fast

If your Frigidaire or Electrolux electric range has a 6" burner that won't heat, heats unevenly, or trips the limiter repeatedly, the surface element is the most likely cause. In most Frigidaire-built electric ranges, this is caused by a failed surface element — the coil that converts electrical current into cooking heat. When it fails, the burner produces no heat or cycles on and off erratically, making cooking on that element impossible. ⚡ Common failure point in Frigidaire and Electrolux electric ranges. Part 5304516160 is the genuine OEM replacement that restores full, consistent heat to your 6" burner immediately.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Range powers on and other burners work normally
• ✔ The affected burner is the 6" small element (for the 8" large element, order 5304516159)
• ✔ Oven and clock/control functions are unaffected
• ✔ Infinite switch (burner control knob) has been confirmed functional
• ✔ ONLY problem is the 6" surface burner not heating or heating unevenly

Not sure? Send us your model number — we'll confirm before you order.

🔧 Common Symptoms

• 6" burner produces no heat at any setting
• Burner heats unevenly or only on part of the coil
• Element glows red in one spot but not across the full coil
• Burner cycles off prematurely — limiter tripping due to element failure
• Visible burn marks, breaks, or blistering on the coil surface
• Burner works intermittently — heats sometimes, fails others

✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.

✔ In most cases, replacing this surface element restores full burner performance immediately.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: 5304516160
• Type: 6" Electric Range Surface Coil Element with Integrated Limiter
• Replaces: A13197402 — direct drop-in, no modification required
• Brands: Frigidaire, Electrolux
• Note: For the 8" large element, order part 5304516159 instead

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: EASY — 5–10 minutes, no tools required. Disconnect power to the range at the breaker or by unplugging before beginning. The surface element plugs directly into the receptacle block — lift the element slightly, pull straight out to disconnect, and push the new 5304516160 firmly into the receptacle until fully seated. Restore power and test on all heat settings.

✓ Compatible Models

Confirmed compatible with FFEF3016VWD, FFEF3016VWC, FFEF3016VWA, FFEH2422UW, FFEH2422US, CFEF3017UWD, CFEF3017UWB, CFEF3016VWD, VCRC3016AWE plus additional Frigidaire and Electrolux models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.

💡 Pro Tip

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages