How to Fix Kenmore Refrigerator Error 2 BLINK

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⚠️ Safety Warning: Appliance repair involves electricity, gas, and moving parts. Always disconnect power before working on any appliance.

Error Code: Refrigerator Difficulty: Easy

Problem: Freezer temperature sensor failure (111 series flash code)

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Parts under $100

How to Fix Refrigerator Error

UNPLUG refrigerator.
Remove main control board cover to observe LED flash pattern (2 flashes = freezer sensor fault).
Remove evaporator cover panel in freezer compartment.
Locate freezer thermistor clipped to evaporator coil.
Disconnect and test resistance.
Replace if faulty.
Position new sensor EXACTLY as original – critical for defrost cycle timing.
Restore power and verify error clears within 5 minutes.

OEM Part #: WPW10138629

Estimated Market Price: $25-45

If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.

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