Frigidaire/Electrolux Oven Bake Element 316075103 – What This Part Does and How to Replace It
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Understanding the Problem
What this part is and what it fixes: The 316075103 is the oven bake (lower) heating element used in many Frigidaire and Electrolux electric ovens. It provides the primary radiant heat for the bake cycle. Replacing this part fixes problems like no baking heat, very slow heating, uneven bake results, or a visibly damaged element. Step-by-step diagnostics and repair instructions: 1) Confirm symptoms: Common signs an element is bad include no heat during bake, only broil working (top element glows but bottom does not), oven takes much longer to reach set temperature, or visible damage (blisters, breaks, or burn spots) on the element. 2) Safety first: Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the range. Ovens store no dangerous energy, but you must remove AC power before touching wiring. 3) Visual inspection: Open the oven door and check the lower element for breaks, blistering, or heavy corrosion. If you see physical damage, replacement is warranted. 4) Continuity test: Remove the oven racks and access the element mounting screws (usually at the rear inside the oven). Pull the element forward slightly to expose the two spade terminals. Use a multimeter set to ohms and check continuity across the two terminals. A functioning element will show low resistance (typically 10–50 ohms depending on model). Infinite/open reading = failed element. 5) Confirm wiring/connectors: If the element has continuity but doesn’t heat, inspect the wire harness and spade terminals for loose/burned connectors or broken wires. Wiggle test connectors (with power off) to see intermittent contact. 6) Replace the element: a. Remove power to the appliance. b. Remove oven racks and locate the two screws or nuts holding the element where it meets the rear wall. c. Unscrew fasteners, then carefully pull the element forward to expose and disconnect the two quick-disconnect spade terminals. Note wire positions or photograph them for reassembly. d. Transfer any mounting bracket/gasket if present. e. Connect the new element's spade terminals (push fully onto spades), position it into place, and reinstall mounting screws. f. Restore power and test: set oven to 350°F and let it heat. The bake element should begin to glow red within a few minutes and the oven should reach temp in a reasonable time. 7) If still not heating: check oven thermostat/temperature sensor, control board, fuses/thermal cutoff or wiring harness for faults. Safety note: Always remove power before testing for continuity or disconnecting wires. If you're unsure about working with mains electricity, hire a qualified appliance technician.
Common Symptoms
No heat during bake, only broil works, oven takes very long to reach temperature, visible element damage (blisters or breaks), or burning/arcing at the element area.
Common Causes
- Heating element filament burned open from normal wear or thermal stress
- Corroded or loose spade terminals/wiring causing intermittent or no power
- Short or failure elsewhere (temperature sensor, control board, thermal fuse) giving similar symptoms
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Helpful Repair Tip
Before ordering the part, pull the element forward and check continuity with a multimeter. Open (infinite) resistance confirms the element is bad and needs replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if the bake element (316075103) is bad?
Look for visible damage (blisters, breaks, heavy corrosion) and test for continuity with a multimeter across the two element terminals. A good element shows low resistance; infinite/open means it's failed. Also note if the top broil element works but the bake function doesn't — that points to the lower element or its wiring.
Can I replace this oven element myself and how long does it take?
Yes — most homeowners can replace it. Turn off power, remove oven racks, unscrew the element mounts, disconnect the two quick-disconnect terminals, swap in the new element, reconnect, and secure. The job usually takes 15–30 minutes. If you’re uncomfortable working with mains power or the wiring looks damaged, call a technician.
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