{"product_id":"5040ja2009b-refrigerator-motor-damper-grommet-front","title":"5040JA2009B Refrigerator Motor Damper Grommet (Front)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.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-size: 21px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom h3 { font-size: 17px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom-card { background: #fff; 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-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; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e5040JA2009B Genuine OEM LG Refrigerator Motor Damper Grommet (Front)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5040JA2009B is a genuine LG OEM front evaporator motor grommet for LG and select Kenmore refrigerators, and also fits select freezers. This rubber grommet cushions and secures the front side of the evaporator fan motor's mount, reducing vibration and noise as the motor runs. It's the front-position counterpart to our 5040JA2004A rear grommet — LG mounts this evaporator fan motor from both the front and rear with matching grommets working together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade of rubber, this grommet naturally degrades from prolonged use, exposure to the freezer's cold temperatures, or physical damage from an accidental impact during cleaning or organizing. Once it fails, the evaporator motor loses proper cushioning and can shift slightly out of alignment. Symptoms of a bad grommet include increased noise and vibration, particularly noticeable when the evaporator fan motor is running, along with a rattling or buzzing sound coming from the freezer area. It directly replaces AP4443769, 1268013, AH3526237, EA3526237, PS3526237, and 5040JQ2003B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-qa-label\"\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e5040JA2009B Genuine OEM LG Refrigerator Motor Damper Grommet (Front)\u003c\/strong\u003e fixes LG and select Kenmore refrigerators with increased noise or vibration from the evaporator fan motor, or a rattling\/buzzing sound from the freezer area. Rubber, front-position grommet for the evaporator fan motor. Replaces AP4443769, 1268013, AH3526237, EA3526237, PS3526237, 5040JQ2003B. \u003cem\u003eThis is the front counterpart to our 5040JA2004A rear grommet — both support the same evaporator fan motor from opposite sides.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Problems This Part Fixes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased noise or vibration from the evaporator fan motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRattling or buzzing sound coming from the freezer area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise that's especially noticeable when the fan motor is running\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaporator motor that has shifted slightly out of alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisibly cracked, hardened, or damaged rubber grommet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 8px; letter-spacing: -0.01em;\"\u003eCross Reference Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #475569; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003ePart numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis motor damper grommet 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;\"\u003e5040JA2009B, AP4443769, 1268013, AH3526237, EA3526237, PS3526237, 5040JQ2003B\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 4px; font-size: 15px; color: #475569;\"\u003eIf your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-blue\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis front evaporator motor grommet is compatible with select \u003cstrong\u003eLG refrigerators and freezers\u003c\/strong\u003e, and also fits select Kenmore refrigerators built on the LG platform, including model numbers such as LFXC24726S, LMXS30776S, LSC27950ST, LFC20760SB, LFX25960SB, and LFX28968ST\/02.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 12px; font-size: 15px; color: #92400e; background: #fffbeb; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote — front grommet, not rear:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the \u003cstrong\u003efront\u003c\/strong\u003e-position evaporator motor grommet. The matching \u003cstrong\u003erear\u003c\/strong\u003e-position grommet for the same motor is a separate part, our \u003cstrong\u003e5040JA2004A\u003c\/strong\u003e listing. Both are typically checked and often replaced together, since they support the same motor and are usually the same age. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine LG OEM part — factory-specified rubber compound and fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCushions and secures the front side of the evaporator fan motor mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolves \"increased motor noise,\" \"vibration,\" and \"rattling\/buzzing from the freezer\" symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-position counterpart to our 5040JA2004A rear grommet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable rubber construction designed for the freezer's cold operating environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect drop-in replacement — no tools required for the grommet itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces AP4443769, 1268013, AH3526237, EA3526237, PS3526237, and 5040JQ2003B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with LG and select Kenmore refrigerators and freezers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM replacement — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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\u003e5040JA2009B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront Evaporator Motor Grommet\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\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCushions and secures the front side of the evaporator fan motor mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelated Part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5040JA2004A (rear-position grommet for the same motor, sold separately)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepair Difficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate — freezer teardown required for access\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 damper grommet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Brands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLG, Kenmore\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Unplug Refrigerator Before Starting — Photograph Wiring Before Disconnecting\u003c\/strong\u003e Disconnect power at the outlet before beginning, and move perishable food to a cooler for the duration of the repair. Wear work gloves. Access to the evaporator motor on many models requires going in through the freezer: empty the top half of the freezer, remove the side rails holding the ice bin, then remove the outer screws holding the ice auger assembly — on many models this means only the two outer screws on each side, not the middle ones. With the ice maker components clear, remove the rear panel to access the evaporator fan motor and its front and rear grommets. Photograph the wiring connections carefully before disconnecting anything, since several wires can look interchangeable but are not, and reconnecting one in reverse can cause a malfunction. Remove the old front grommet from the motor mount — it typically pulls free without tools. Press the new 5040JA2009B grommet into the same position, seating it fully. If the rear grommet is also worn, this is a good time to replace it as well since you already have access. Reassemble the ice maker components, rear panel, and any other parts removed for access, restore power, and run the refrigerator for a while to confirm the noise or vibration has resolved. Tools needed: Phillips screwdriver, work gloves.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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\"\u003eShould I replace the rear grommet at the same time as this front one?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eIt's worth considering. Both grommets support the same evaporator fan motor from opposite sides and are typically the same age, so if one has degraded, the other is often not far behind. Since accessing the motor for this repair already requires a fair amount of teardown, replacing both together — our 5040JA2004A rear grommet and this front one — saves you from repeating the same access work again soon after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eWhy do I need to go through the ice maker to reach this part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eOn many LG refrigerator models, the evaporator fan motor and its grommets sit behind the freezer's ice maker assembly, so reaching them requires removing the ice bin, its side rails, and the auger mechanism first. This is a more involved access path than some other freezer repairs, so budget extra time and take photos as you go to keep track of how everything reassembles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eWhy is it so important to photograph the wiring before disconnecting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eSeveral of the wires in this area can look similar and are easy to connect in reverse or in the wrong position, which can cause a malfunction after reassembly. Taking clear photos of each connection before you disconnect anything is a simple step that prevents a frustrating troubleshooting session later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eIs this an OEM or aftermarket part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eThis is a genuine OEM part, manufactured by LG to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It matches the original rubber compound and mounting fit of the front evaporator motor grommet originally installed in your refrigerator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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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