Kenmore Refrigerator C Error Code
The letter C on a Kenmore 106-prefix refrigerator points to a dead temperature sensor in the refrigerator or freezer compartment.
Model Reference
Kenmore Elite 596.73502 Repair in San Francisco
A Kenmore Elite TRIO from the early 2000s is still in daily use in plenty of Bay Area kitchens. Age changes how we look at it.
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Model number
596.73502
About this model
Model overview
The 596.73502 belongs to the Kenmore Elite TRIO series and is no longer sold new. Public records list this refrigerator as sold from December 2002 to January 2003, so units in the field are well past their first years and carry the wear that comes with that.
Why age shapes the diagnosis
An older refrigerator tends to fail at the parts that cycle most: door gaskets that have hardened, fans that have collected dust and fuzz, defrost components that have worked through many thousand cycles, and the drain that carries melted frost away. We look at those before suggesting anything bigger. We also keep in mind that matching parts for a discontinued unit depends on the exact model number, so the label matters.
Complaints to describe when you call
- Warm fresh-food compartment with a working freezer.
- Frost or ice pushing up on the back wall.
- A hum, buzz or rattle that is new.
- Water at the floor, under the crisper or inside the cabinet.
- A door that no longer holds a seal.
Kitchens where these still run
These refrigerators are common in older flats and family homes that have not been renovated. Check the surrounding space for heat from an oven or a sunny window, and confirm the cabinet still has clearance after any remodel. Anything that restricts airflow at the back or underneath will make an aging system work harder.
Easy checks first
- Wipe each gasket and look for cracks or stiff spots.
- Check that the outlet and breaker are fine.
- Keep vents inside clear of packaging.
- Note any code shown on a display and write it down; see Kenmore refrigerator error codes for what we cover.
Do not remove panels or touch the sealed system. A burning smell means power off at the breaker.
Related
Its companion model is the Kenmore 596.73503. For help, see Kenmore refrigerator repair, Kenmore refrigerators and the article about Kenmore refrigerator not cooling.
Frequently asked questions
No. It is discontinued, so repair is usually the way to keep an existing one running.
That depends on the exact unit and the part. A technician confirms the full model number and checks availability during diagnosis.
We diagnose first and give a written estimate, so you can compare the repair with a replacement on your own terms.
Check the display, write down anything that appears, and send it to us. We read it against the codes we have verified.
Usually inside the refrigerator compartment or on the door frame.
Model-information disclaimer. Confirm your exact model number and specifications with your appliance documentation before booking a repair. Model pages are for identification and compatibility reference.
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Refrigerator Repair in San Francisco
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Hours
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