Kenmore Broil Heating Element Failure

Electric oven will not broil, bake works normally

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Possible Causes

Open broil element, Burnt broil terminals, Loose broil wiring, Failed broil relay on control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Shut off power at the breaker.

  • Inspect broil element:
    • Look at the top element for visible damage or breaks.
  • Test element:
    • Remove mounting screws and pull element forward.
    • Disconnect wires and measure resistance (typically 10–30 Ω).
    • Replace the broil element if open.
  • Check wiring:
    • Inspect connectors and wires for heat damage.
  • Control board:
    • If element and wiring are good but no power is supplied in broil mode, replace the electronic oven control (EOC).
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Broil Element
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