How do I fix Frigidaire Oven Broil Element Replacement - Signs & How-To?

Follow the step-by-step diagnosis below. The most likely fix is identified by checking power, sensor resistance, and control-board signals in order — using a multimeter and the part numbers documented in the parts reference table.

Can I keep running the equipment with this fault active?

Generally no. Faults on Appliance units are emitted when a sensor, safety, or control circuit is outside its operating envelope. Running through an active fault risks compressor, heater, or control-board damage. Diagnose and clear the fault first.

What part is most commonly replaced for Frigidaire Oven Broil Element Replacement - Signs & How-To?

The most frequently replaced parts for Frigidaire Oven Broil Element Replacement - Signs & How-To are listed in the Parts Reference section of this guide with OEM part numbers and typical price ranges. Check the table for direct replacements.

Is Frigidaire Oven Broil Element Replacement - Signs & How-To a DIY repair or do I need a technician?

Sensor swaps, fan motor replacements, and condenser cleaning are typical DIY-level repairs. Anything involving refrigerant, gas, or high-voltage (>240V) work requires a licensed technician for both safety and code-compliance reasons.

Frigidaire Oven Broil Element Replacement - Signs & How-To

Q: What does Frigidaire Oven Broil Element Replacement - Signs & How-To mean?

No heat during broiling, visible breaks or blisters on the upper element, and burned terminals mean a failed broil element. Replacing it restores top-down heating.

Frigidaire Oven Broil Element Replacement — What This Part Does

The broil element is the upper oven heating element that delivers direct heat from the top of the oven cavity when you select the broil function. It converts electrical current into radiant heat to brown, char, or finish food under high, focused heat.

The element fails when the internal heating coil develops breaks, blisters, or loses electrical continuity due to thermal cycling and age. Loose or burned terminal connections can also interrupt power delivery and stop the element from heating.

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Signs It Needs Replacing

Broil function produces no heat You turn the oven to broil but the upper element never glows red or warms up.
Visible breaks or blistering on the element You see physical cracks, separation, or bubbled metal along the element loops.
Burned or loose element terminals The wire connectors on the element show charring, discoloration, or wiggle freely.
Element glows only in sections Part of the element heats up but other loops or sections stay dark and cold.
Multimeter shows no continuity across element terminals Testing the element on the ohms setting reads open or infinite resistance instead of a continuous path.
Broil takes much longer than normal The element barely warms and food never browns, even after extended run time.

How to Replace It

Unplug the range from the wall outlet or shut off the dedicated breaker at your electrical panel.
Remove all oven racks to access the broil element at the top of the oven cavity.
Locate the element mounting screws or support brackets at the front or sides of the element and remove them.
Pull the element forward gently to expose the two wire terminals protruding through the rear oven wall.
Remove the rear access panel of the range (if required on your model) to reach the element terminals and wire connectors from behind.
Disconnect the two wire terminals or push-on connectors from the element terminals and pull the old element out of the oven.
Insert the new broil element through the rear wall opening and reconnect the two wires to the element terminals in the same positions.
Secure the element with the original mounting screws or brackets and reinstall the rear access panel and oven racks.
Restore power to the range and test the broil function to verify the element glows red and produces even heat.

The Part You Need

Part	Notes
Frigidaire oven broil element	Amazon \| OEM part numbers vary by model (examples: 316203301, 316203200, 316430900). Find your exact part number on the model and serial plate inside the oven door frame or on the front control panel, then match it to the replacement element.

If this part is failing you may also see one of these codes:

When to Call a Pro

Call a pro if you are not comfortable working with 240V appliance wiring or if your model requires removing extensive rear insulation or multiple access panels to reach the element terminals. Also call a tech if the new element still does not heat after installation, since the fault may be upstream in the wiring, control board, or a blown internal fuse that requires circuit tracing and component-level diagnosis. For gas line, burner, or igniter work, or if you ever smell gas, stop and call a licensed technician.