Range repair guides
From range bake elements to control boards to oven igniters and glass cooktops, these step-by-step repair guides and videos will help you fix the problem with your stove. The repair guides cover all major range brands, including Amana, GE, Kenmore, Whirlpool and more. Sears PartsDirect also has more range DIY repair help, including troubleshooting articles and videos, error code charts and solutions for common symptoms. Search for your model number to find a complete list of parts available for your range and order the part you need.
Repair guides for Repair guides common to all ranges
These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your range.
How to replace a range oven door switch
The oven door switch detects whether the oven door is closed and helps control the oven light. Replace the switch if it …
How to replace a range oven door lock assembly
Oven door not locking? You can replace the lock assembly in less than 30 minutes. Here's how.…
Repair guides for gas ranges
How to replace a gas range oven igniter
If your gas oven doesn't heat up, the problem could be a faulty oven igniter. These step-by-step instructions guide you …
How to replace oven door hinges on a gas range
See how to replace the oven door hinges on a gas range yourself, in just 30 minutes.…
How to replace a gas range oven door outer glass panel
You can replace the outer glass panel on an oven door in 45 minutes or less following these step-by-step instructions.…
How to replace an oven temperature sensor on a gas range
See how to replace an oven temperature sensor on a gas range.…
How to replace a range spark igniter switch
Follow these steps to replace the spark igniter switch—sometimes called a burner switch or spark switch—on a gas or dual…
How to convert a gas range to operate on LP gas
If you need to convert your gas range to operate on LP gas, use this guide as a reference when following the instruction…
How to replace a range spark igniter electrode
Learn how to replace the spark igniter electrode for the surface burners on a gas range or dual-fuel range.…
How to replace a range spark module
Follow these step-by-step instructions to put the fire back into the surface burners on your gas range by replacing the …
How to replace a gas range oven control board
These step-by-step instructions explain how to replace an oven control board on a gas range…
Repair guides for electric ranges
How to replace a range exposed bake element
This DIY repair guide shows how to replace an exposed bake element in just 15 minutes.…
How to replace a range hidden bake element
These step-by-step instructions guide you through replacing the oven hidden bake element in an electric range.…
How to replace the oven broil element on an electric range
Follow these step-by-step instructions to replace the broiler element in an electric oven.…
How to replace an oven temperature sensor on an electric range
These step-by-step instructions guide you through replacing an oven temperature sensing probe.…
How to replace an electric range oven door outer glass panel
Learn how to replace a damaged outer window panel on your oven door with these step-by-step instructions. …
How to replace oven door hinges on an electric range
If your oven door flops open fast, it's time to replace the hinges. Follow these step-by-step instructions to do it your…
How to replace a range glass cooktop
These step-by-step instructions explain how to replace a damaged ceramic glass cooktop on an electric range. …
How to replace a range surface element control switch
The surface element control switch lets you turn the stovetop elements on and off, and to set the heat level. These step…
How to replace a range radiant surface element
If the element on your glass cooktop isn't heating up even though it gets power, replace it yourself, in about 45 minute…
How to replace a range relay control board
Follow these instructions to replace the relay control board if it isn't responding to signals from the microprocessor d…
How to replace an electric range oven control board
If the electronic oven control board isn't powering the bake and broil functions, you can replace it in less than half a…
How to replace a range solid surface element
Follow these steps to install a replacement if the solid surface element on your range isn't working.…
How to replace a range coil surface element
Easily replace a coil surface element in 15 minutes or less by following these step-by-step instructions.…
Most common symptoms to help you fix your ranges
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Main causes: broken oven door lock assembly, wiring failure, electronic control board problem…
Main causes: faulty temperature sensor, electronic control board problem, control thermostat failure, weak burner ignite…
Main causes: power supply problem, control thermostat or electronic control board failure, broken element, bad burner ig…
Main causes: food splatters, spilling food on the oven door, allowing liquid to drip through oven door vent when cleanin…
Main causes: broken broiler element, weak or broken broil burner igniter, control system failure, faulty temperature sen…
Main causes: bad bake element, broken burner igniter, control system failure, blown thermal fuse, faulty temperature sen…
Main causes: power supply failure, blown thermal fuse, bad relay control board, damaged terminal block, wiring failure…
Effective articles & videos to help repair your ranges
Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your range.
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