{"product_id":"318258203-range-genuine-oem-radiant-bridge-surface-burner-element","title":"318258203 Range Genuine oem Radiant Bridge Surface Burner Element","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Inter:wght@400;600;700;900\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pom { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; color: #1e293b; line-height: 1.75; }\n  .pom *, .pom *::before, .pom *::after { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .pom h2 { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; font-size: 21px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom h3 { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; font-size: 17px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom-card { background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-card-blue { background: #eff6ff; border-color: #bfdbfe; }\n  .pom-card-green { background: #f0fdf4; border-color: #bbf7d0; }\n  .pom-qa { background: #eff6ff; border-left: 4px solid #1e40af; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 16px 20px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-qa-label { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: 900; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #1e40af; margin: 0 0 6px; }\n  .pom ul { margin: 0; padding: 0; list-style: none; }\n  .pom ul li { position: relative; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom ul li::before { content: \"\"; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 9px; width: 7px; height: 7px; border-radius: 50%; background: #1e40af; }\n  .pom-list-green li::before { background: #15803d; }\n  .pom-specs-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr { border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .pom-specs-table td { padding: 9px 4px; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:first-child { color: #1e293b; width: 45%; font-style: italic; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:last-child { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; }\n  .pom-warning { background: #fffbeb; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 15px; color: #92400e; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-warning strong { display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.08em; }\n  .pom-faq-item { margin-bottom: 16px; padding-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-faq-item:last-child { border-bottom: none; margin-bottom: 0; padding-bottom: 0; }\n  .pom-faq-q { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom-faq-a { font-size: 15px; color: #334155; margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-badges { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; margin-top: 14px; }\n  .pom-badge { background: #f0fdf4; border: 1px solid #bbf7d0; color: #15803d; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 999px; }\n  .pom p { margin: 0 0 12px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom p:last-child { margin-bottom: 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Product Description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e318258203 Genuine OEM Frigidaire Range Radiant Bridge Surface Burner Element\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 318258203 is a Genuine OEM Frigidaire replacement radiant bridge surface burner element compatible with select Frigidaire, Electrolux, and Kenmore electric ranges and cooktops. This is a dual surface bridge element — it spans two separate burner zones and bridges them together to create one large, elongated heating surface ideal for griddles, fish pans, and oversized cookware. Rated at 1800W \/ 2600W, it uses an exposed resistance wire (haliant-style) to generate heat directly on the glass-ceramic cooktop surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Genuine OEM part manufactured by Frigidaire to factory specifications, the 318258203 is a direct factory-exact replacement. It also replaces the earlier 7318258203 part number. The element uses exposed resistance wire to heat the cooking surface — note that minor surface cracks in the glass covering do not affect heating performance. Before installation, photograph the original element's wire terminal connections so you can reconnect the new element correctly. Always unplug the range before beginning. Installs in 20–30 minutes with basic hand tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Quick Answer --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-qa-label\"\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e318258203 Genuine OEM Frigidaire Radiant Bridge Surface Burner Element\u003c\/strong\u003e fixes electric ranges where the bridge burner zone is not heating, heats unevenly, or the element has visibly burned out. Dual bridge element rated 1800W\/2600W. Haliant-style exposed resistance wire. Replaces 7318258203. Compatible with Frigidaire, Electrolux, and Kenmore electric ranges. Genuine OEM — factory-exact fit and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Common Problems This Part Fixes --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Problems This Part Fixes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge burner zone not heating at all when activated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge element heating only on one side — uneven heating across the element\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible burn marks, breaks, or open spots on the resistance wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge burner zone glowing on one side but not the other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElement cycles on and off erratically instead of maintaining steady heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooktop surface shows discoloration or hot spots directly above the element area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Replaces Part Numbers --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis burner element directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 15px; color: #0f172a; font-weight: bold; line-height: 2.2;\"\u003e318258203, 1197704, 7318258203, AH1529079, AFR16668, AP3965799, EA1529079, PD00057059, PS1529079.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 4px; font-size: 15px; color: #475569;\"\u003eContact our support team with your model number if you need confirmation before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Compatibility --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-blue\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bridge surface element is compatible with select electric ranges and cooktops from the following brands:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pom-list-green\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrigidaire electric ranges and cooktops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrolux electric ranges and cooktops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKenmore \/ Sears electric ranges (Frigidaire\/Electrolux-built models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 12px;\"\u003eAlways verify your appliance model number before ordering. Contact our support team if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Key Features --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM part manufactured by Frigidaire to factory specifications — guaranteed fit and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual bridge element — spans two burner zones to create one large elongated cooking surface for griddles and oversized cookware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated 1800W \/ 2600W — dual-power design for large-surface cooking flexibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaliant-style exposed resistance wire heating — heats the glass-ceramic surface directly and efficiently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces 7318258203 and cross-references AH1529079, AFR16668, AP3965799, EA1529079, PD00057059, PS1529079.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Frigidaire, Electrolux, and Kenmore electric ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: photograph terminal wiring before removal to ensure correct reconnection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pom-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e318258203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlso Replaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7318258203\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRadiant Bridge Surface Burner Element (Dual \/ Haliant-style)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenuine OEM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric Ranges and Cooktops (glass-ceramic surface)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWattage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1800W \/ 2600W (dual power)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElement Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHaliant — exposed resistance wire on element surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElement Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBridge (spans two burner zones)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Brands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrigidaire, Electrolux, Kenmore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Installation Notes --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Unplug Range Before Starting\u003c\/strong\u003e Unplug the range or turn off the circuit breaker before beginning. Allow the cooktop to cool completely before touching the element. Photograph the existing element's terminal wiring connections before disconnecting anything — the terminal block connections must be replicated exactly on the new element. Lift the glass-ceramic cooktop surface by opening the front and removing the retaining screws (typically under the front trim), then prop the top open. Unplug the element's terminal connections from the terminal block. Remove the element bracket screws and lift the old element out. Position the new 318258203 element in the same location, secure the mounting bracket, and reconnect the terminal wires in the same positions as documented in your photo. Lower the cooktop, restore power, and test both bridge element power settings. Note: do not touch the haliant wire surface of the element during installation. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, 1\/4\" nut driver.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is a bridge burner element and what is it used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eA bridge burner element connects two adjacent burner zones on a glass-ceramic electric cooktop into one elongated heating surface. When activated, the bridge element heats the entire combined area — ideal for using a griddle, roasting pan, fish pan, or any large flat-bottomed cookware that spans more than one standard burner. When the bridge is not in use, each adjacent zone functions as its own independent standard burner. The bridge element activates when the bridge control is selected on the range's control panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is a haliant element and how is it different from a standard radiant element?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eA haliant (also called halogent or exposed coil radiant) element uses resistance wire that is partially exposed on the surface of the element body, rather than sheathed inside a smooth glass tube. Both types heat the glass-ceramic surface above them, but haliant elements tend to heat up faster and can reach higher surface temperatures than sheathed radiant elements. Minor surface cracks in the element's glass material do not affect heating performance — the resistance wire is what generates heat, and it functions independently of the outer covering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eHow do I test if the bridge element has failed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eThe most reliable test is a continuity check with a multimeter. Unplug the range, lift the cooktop, and disconnect the element's terminal wires. Probe the element's terminal connections with a multimeter set to resistance mode. A working element will show a resistance reading (typically between 10–100 ohms for the heating coil). An open circuit (no continuity \/ infinite resistance) confirms the element has burned out. You can also visually inspect the haliant wire for visible breaks, dark spots, or melted areas — any visible break in the wire confirms failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eWhy is it important to photograph the terminal wiring before removing the old element?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eBridge elements have multiple terminal connections for the dual power settings (1800W and 2600W). The wires must be connected to the correct terminals on the new element to ensure both power levels work correctly. If the wires are connected in the wrong order, the element may not heat at all, heat only on one setting, or may not be protected by the correct thermal limiter. Always take a clear photo of the old element's terminal connections before disconnecting anything, and use that photo as a reference when connecting the new element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eIs this a Genuine OEM or aftermarket part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eThis is a Genuine OEM part manufactured by Frigidaire to factory specifications. It is the exact same bridge surface element installed in compatible Frigidaire and Electrolux ranges from the factory — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Shop With Confidence --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-green\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop With Confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA U.S.-based appliance parts retailer specializing in genuine OEM and high-quality replacement parts. We stock components for all major appliance brands and offer fast shipping from our U.S. warehouse. 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