How to Replace the Evaporator Fan in a Sears Kenmore Elite Refrigerator

Unplug the refrigerator from the wall outlet.

Open the refrigerator door and then remove all of the contents, including the shelves and drawers. Remove the screws securing the drawer rails and remove.

Remove the screws securing the rear interior panel of the freezer into position. Remove the panel.

Lift the upper panel and then pull out the evaporator fan shroud. Disconnect the wire harness on the rear of the motor and remove the shroud from the cabinet.

Pull the fan blade off the motor.

Pull the bracket and fan motor off the back of the shroud.

Install the new motor onto the shroud, pushing it into position, then securing with the bracket.

Connect the wire harness to the refrigerator's evaporator fan wire connector.

Place the shroud back into the refrigerator, then lower the upper panel.

Reassemble the freezer by reversing the steps used to take it apart.

Plug the power cord back into the wall outlet.