GE Refrigerator Fresh Food Evaporator Cover Assembly WG03L05421, Replaces WR17X13103

Cover assembly for the evaporator at the back of the refrigerator fresh-food compartment. The documented GE OEM identity cross-referenced to WG03L05421 is WR17X13142.

Is This the Right Part?

Common Symptoms

• Uneven temperatures between fresh-food shelves
• Reduced or poorly directed airflow from the fresh-food vents
• Rattling or vibration near the rear refrigerator panel
• Visible cracking, warping, looseness, or improper seating of the cover
• Ice or frost buildup around the evaporator-cover area

Check Before Replacing

• With power disconnected, visually inspect the rear fresh-food evaporator cover for cracks, warping, loose areas, or gaps.
• Check that the cover is seated flush and that vents or air passages associated with the cover are not visibly blocked.
• Inspect for unusual contact marks or vibration evidence around the cover without bending the panel or contacting the evaporator coil.
• Before replacing the cover, verify the appliance model and compare the existing panel and assembly connections with the model-specific parts diagram.

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Part Details

Key Features

• Genuine GE Appliances service part
• Fresh-food evaporator cover assembly
• Manufacturer-authorized part for applicable GE refrigerators
• Official GE listing states compatibility with refrigerators using flammable refrigerant such as R600a
• One-year limited warranty stated on the official GE parts listing

Installation Notes

• Disconnect refrigerator power before accessing the fresh-food evaporator-cover area.
• Remove interior shelves, bins, or other obstructions only as needed to access the rear cover, following the appliance's model-specific service information.
• Handle the cover carefully and avoid contact with or damage to the evaporator coil, tubing, wiring, and connected components.
• Install the replacement in the same orientation as the removed cover and confirm that it sits flush and is properly aligned before restoring power.
• Confirm the exact refrigerator model before installation; GE identifies this part as model-specific.

Verified Compatible Models

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