XPARTCO 316489403 Gas Oven Igniter
The XPARTCO 316489403 is an aftermarket replacement gas oven igniter compatible with a wide range of Frigidaire, Electrolux, Crosley, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, White-Westinghouse, Ikea, and Kenmore gas ranges, ovens, and stoves. The oven igniter is the component that lights the gas burner — when you set the oven to bake or broil, electricity flows through the igniter, heating it until it glows bright orange. This heat both ignites the gas and draws enough current to open the gas safety valve, releasing gas to the burner. When the igniter weakens with age, it may still glow but no longer pull enough current to open the safety valve — so the oven fails to light, takes a long time to heat, or heats unevenly.
This is a flat-style, open-cage igniter. Electrical rating: 3.2–3.6 amps, 120V AC. Made of silicon carbide and ceramic for high heat resistance and long service life. Overall dimensions: 3-1/2"L x 1-3/4"W x 13/16"H with a 1.5" ceramic block; the lead and plug measure approximately 16" long. Includes the flat-style igniter assembly with bracket and leads/plug. It directly replaces 316489403, 5304508786, 7316489403, 501RB, 1513415, AH2364063, AP4433236, EA2364063, EAP2364063, PD00000756, and PS2364063. Important: the igniter element is fragile — handle it only by the bracket, never by the element itself. Installs in 30–45 minutes with basic hand tools.
Quick Answer
The XPARTCO 316489403 Gas Oven Igniter fixes Frigidaire, Electrolux, Crosley, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, White-Westinghouse, Ikea, and Kenmore gas ovens that won't light, take too long to heat, heat unevenly, or where you smell gas because the igniter is too weak to open the safety valve. Flat-style open-cage igniter. 3.2–3.6A, 120V AC. Silicon carbide/ceramic. Overall 3-1/2"L x 1-3/4"W x 13/16"H, 16" lead. Replaces 5304508786, 7316489403, 501RB, 1513415, AH2364063, AP4433236, EA2364063, EAP2364063, PD00000756, PS2364063. Handle by the bracket only — the element is fragile.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Oven won't light or heat at all — igniter too weak to open the gas safety valve
- Oven takes a long time to reach temperature — igniter glowing but drawing insufficient current
- Oven heats unevenly or undercooks food — weak or slow ignition
- Igniter glows but the burner never ignites — classic sign of a degraded igniter
- Igniter doesn't glow at all — burned out or open circuit (no power reaching the burner)
- Gas smell when the safety valve opens but the burner doesn't light
- Oven runs erratically or won't maintain temperature
- Igniter visibly cracked, broken, or with a damaged element
Cross Reference Information
Part 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.
Replaces Part Numbers
This gas oven igniter directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
316489403, 5304508786, 7316489403, Model 501RB, AH2364063, EA2364063, EAP2364063, AFR16172, AP4433236, PD00000756, PS2364063.
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility. Note: on some models this is the broil (upper) igniter, and the bake (lower) igniter is a different part — see the FAQ below on bake vs broil igniters.
Compatibility
This gas oven igniter is compatible with select gas ranges, ovens, and stoves from the following brands:
- Frigidaire gas ranges and ovens — including many Frigidaire Gallery models (LGGF, FGGF, FFGF series and related)
- Electrolux gas ranges and ovens (select models)
- Crosley gas ranges and ovens (select models)
- Gibson gas ranges and ovens (select models)
- Kelvinator gas ranges and ovens (select models)
- Tappan gas ranges and ovens (select models)
- White-Westinghouse gas ranges and ovens (select models)
- Ikea gas ranges and ovens (select Frigidaire-built models)
- Kenmore / Sears gas ranges and ovens (select Frigidaire-built models, including 790-series)
Note: This igniter fits specific models — always verify against your appliance's model number before ordering. On ranges with two igniters (a bake igniter and a broil igniter), confirm which one you need (see the bake-vs-broil FAQ below). Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Gas oven igniter — heats up to ignite the burner and draws current to open the gas safety valve
- Flat-style, open-cage design
- Resolves "won't light," "slow to heat," "uneven heating," "glows but won't ignite," and "gas smell" symptoms caused by a weak or failed igniter
- Electrical rating: 3.2–3.6 amps, 120V AC
- Silicon carbide and ceramic construction — high heat resistance and long service life
- Overall dimensions: 3-1/2"L x 1-3/4"W x 13/16"H with a 1.5" ceramic block; lead and plug approximately 16" long
- Includes the flat-style igniter assembly with bracket and leads/plug (some kits include ceramic wire nuts)
- Replaces 5304508786, 7316489403, 501RB, 1513415, AH2364063, AP4433236, EA2364063, EAP2364063, PD00000756, and PS2364063
- Compatible with Frigidaire, Electrolux, Crosley, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, White-Westinghouse, Ikea, and Kenmore gas ranges and ovens
- Aftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards
- DIY repair — installs in 30–45 minutes with basic hand tools
Product Specifications
| Part Number |
316489403 |
| Part Type |
Gas Oven Igniter (Flat Style, Open Cage) |
| Condition |
Aftermarket Replacement |
| Application |
Gas Ranges, Ovens, and Stoves (Frigidaire platform) |
| Amperage |
3.2–3.6 Amps |
| Voltage |
120V AC |
| Igniter Style |
Flat, open cage |
| Overall Dimensions |
3-1/2"L x 1-3/4"W x 13/16"H |
| Ceramic Block |
1.5" L |
| Lead Length |
Approximately 16" |
| Material |
Silicon carbide / ceramic / metal |
| Color |
Almond / White / Gray |
| Includes |
Igniter assembly with bracket and leads/plug |
| Compatible Brands |
Frigidaire, Electrolux, Crosley, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, White-Westinghouse, Ikea, Kenmore |
Installation Notes
⚠️ Gas Appliance Safety Warning This part is installed in a gas oven. Shut off the gas supply to the range at the shutoff valve and disconnect electrical power at the breaker before beginning any repair. After installation, if you smell gas at any point, leave the area immediately and contact your gas utility provider. If you're not comfortable working around gas components, have this repair done by a qualified appliance technician. Improper gas appliance repairs can cause fire, explosion, or carbon monoxide hazards.
⚠️ Handle the Igniter by the Bracket Only — The Element Is Fragile Disconnect power at the breaker and shut off the gas supply before beginning. Wear work gloves and safety glasses. The silicon carbide igniter element is extremely fragile and cracks easily — handle the new igniter only by its metal bracket, never by touching the element itself. Skin oils and any impact can shorten its life or break it. Locate the igniter: the bake igniter is beneath the oven floor panel (remove the oven racks, then the floor panel, and on some models the bottom drawer for access), while the broil igniter is mounted near the top of the oven cavity. Photograph the wiring connection before disconnecting. Disconnect the old igniter's wire leads at the connector (they're often joined with ceramic wire nuts). Remove the screws securing the old igniter bracket and lift it out. Install the new 316489403 by securing its bracket in the same position and orientation, then connect the wire leads (use the included or existing ceramic wire nuts — regular wire nuts can't handle the heat). Route the leads away from the burner flame. Restore gas and power. Test by setting the oven to bake (or broil, if that's the igniter you replaced) — the igniter should glow bright orange within a minute or so, and the burner should light within about 60–90 seconds. Tools needed: Nut driver, Phillips screwdriver, work gloves, safety glasses.
Frequently Asked Questions
My igniter glows but the oven won't light — do I still need to replace it?
Yes — this is actually the most common way an oven igniter fails, and it's counterintuitive. The igniter has two jobs: to get hot enough to ignite the gas, AND to draw enough electrical current to open the gas safety valve. As an igniter ages, it can still glow (so it looks like it's working) but weaken to the point where it no longer pulls enough current to open the safety valve — so no gas is released and the burner never lights. If your igniter glows orange but the burner doesn't light within about 90 seconds, the igniter is weak and needs replacement. A good rule of thumb: if it takes more than 90 seconds from glow to flame, the igniter is on its way out.
Is the 316489403 the bake igniter or the broil igniter?
This is an important distinction, and there's genuine confusion in the industry about it. On many Frigidaire gas ranges, the 316489403 is used as the broil (upper) igniter with an approximately 14–16" lead, while the bake (lower) igniter is a different part — 5304506545 (which superseded 316489404) — often with a shorter lead. However, some sources and parts diagrams list them differently or even reversed, and on some models the 316489403 serves the bake position. The safest approach: look up YOUR specific model number to confirm which igniter you need, and compare your old igniter's lead length to the replacement. If your old igniter's leads reach a connector far from the igniter (14–16"), the 316489403 with its 16" lead is likely correct. Contact our support team with your model number and we'll confirm.
Why do I smell gas when I try to use the broiler?
If you smell gas when the broiler's safety valve opens but the burner doesn't light, it usually means the igniter isn't getting hot enough (or drawing enough current) to ignite the gas that's being released — so raw gas escapes before shutting off. This points to a weak igniter. To confirm which part is at fault: with the gas off, do a voltage test at the oven safety valve on the broil side — you should read between 3.0 and 3.3 VAC. If the voltage is correct but the burner won't light, the igniter is the problem. If there's no proper voltage, or the burner tube has spider webs or debris blocking it, address those first. Also inspect the gas supply tube from the safety valve to the burner for damage or loose connections.
Why do I need to handle the igniter so carefully?
The igniter's heating element is made of silicon carbide, a material that's excellent at withstanding heat but is brittle and cracks easily from impact or flexing. Even touching the element with bare fingers can leave oils that create hot spots and shorten its life, and a small bump can crack it invisibly, causing premature failure. Always handle the new igniter by its metal bracket, never by the element or the ceramic block. When installing, be careful not to bump the element against the oven walls or burner. This care is the single biggest factor in whether your new igniter lasts years or fails early.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine Frigidaire/Electrolux OEM part, but is manufactured from silicon carbide and ceramic to match the electrical specifications (3.2–3.6A, 120V AC), flat open-cage style, dimensions (3-1/2"L x 1-3/4"W x 13/16"H, 16" lead), and ignition function of the original 316489403 gas oven igniter used in compatible Frigidaire, Electrolux, Crosley, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, White-Westinghouse, Ikea, and Kenmore gas ranges and ovens.
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