Defrost bi-metal thermostat
Senses temperature so the fridge cycles on and off.
Frigidaire GLRT217TDS0: 8 replacement parts, including the defrost bi-metal thermostat (5303918202) and the roller (5304418225). Parts list from Sears PartsDirect, checked November 15, 2026.
Senses temperature so the fridge cycles on and off.
Thumping or squealing during a cycle points to worn rollers, pulleys or bearings.
Replaces 240514612
A gasket that doesn't seal lets warm air in and frost build up.
Replaces 240371001
A dead display or random faults can come from the control board.
Replaces 240369702
A motor that hums but won't turn, or stops once it's warm, needs replacing.
Replaces 241555401
The light bulb this model takes.
Crisper drawers, shelves and door bins made for this fridge.
Crisper drawers, shelves and door bins made for this fridge.
1Thermostat5303918202
2Roller5304418225
3Gasket241872512
4Defrost timer215846602Part numbers come from the Sears PartsDirect parts list for the Frigidaire GLRT217TDS0 (view the list), checked November 15, 2026. Amazon buttons open a search for the part number; we may earn a commission.
Inside the fresh food section, on a side wall or the ceiling near the light. Some models: behind the kick plate at the bottom.