Thermostat
Replaces 2198201
Senses temperature so the fridge cycles on and off.
Whirlpool 3XARG478F01: 4 replacement parts, including the thermostat (WP2198202) and the evaporator fan blade (WP2169142). Parts list from Sears PartsDirect, checked November 15, 2026.
Replaces 2198201
Senses temperature so the fridge cycles on and off.
A stopped fan means warm sections and frost on the coils.
Replaces 2155311
Drive parts wear out: a machine that fills but won't spin or agitate often points here.
Replaces 2196155
Senses temperature so the fridge cycles on and off.
1ThermostatWP2198202
2Fan bladeWP2169142
3Door closer camWPW10329686Part numbers come from the Sears PartsDirect parts list for the Whirlpool 3XARG478F01 (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.