[Lifetime Warranty] 12001656 Oven Temperature Sensor - Compatible with Whirlpool Kenmore Ovens - Replaces AP4009009 74004943 PS1570174 12001554 12001656VP 7430P003-60 WB21X5301 - Pack of 2

12001656 Oven Temperature Sensor - Pack of 2

Key Features

• Precision RTD (Resistance Temperature Detector) probe designed to monitor internal oven cavity temperatures.
• High-accuracy thermal response to ensure consistent baking, roasting, and broiling performance.
• Stainless steel probe housing provides resistance to corrosion and high-heat oxidation.
• Includes two styles of plug-and-play wiring harnesses to ensure compatibility with varying manufacturer connector types.
• Designed to maintain a standard resistance of approximately 1080 ohms at room temperature (75°F).

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

• 12001656 / 12001656VP
• AP4009009
• 74004943
• PS1570174
• 12001554
• 7430P003-60
• WB21X5301
• 8189679

Compatibility & Fitment

• Whirlpool: WFE, WFG, and RBS series ranges and wall ovens.
• Kenmore / Sears: Models starting with 664, 665, 911, and 564 prefixes.
• Maytag: MER, MGR, and MEW series.
• Jenn-Air, Amana, Admiral, Magic Chef, and Roper: Various electric and gas oven models.

When to Replace

• Inaccurate Temperatures: Oven runs significantly hotter or cooler than the digital display indicates.
• Error Codes: Control panel displays "F3" or "F4" fault codes (common for sensor circuit issues).
• Uneven Cooking: Food is consistently undercooked or burnt despite following standard recipes.
• Sensor Failure: The probe shows "Open" or "Short" circuit results when tested with an ohmmeter.
• Physical Damage: The metal probe is bent, cracked, or showing signs of severe pitting.

Installation Tips

• Disconnect the appliance from the electrical power supply before attempting any service.
• Access the sensor from inside the oven cavity by removing the two mounting screws located at the rear of the oven wall.
• Gently pull the sensor forward until the wiring plastic disconnect is visible; take care not to let the wires slip back through the hole into the insulation.
• If the provided connector does not match, use the included ceramic wire nuts to splice the new sensor onto the existing oven wire harness.
• Ensure the probe does not touch the interior oven walls or the heating elements, as this will result in false temperature readings.