Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator Error Code d2: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error code d2 means: Forced defrost mode activated. The control terminates the forced defrost mode automatically when one of the evaporators reaches 55 degrees F. The refrigerator then returns to normal cooling. [1] Keep using it? Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: write down the code and model number.

Source: Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart, via Sears PartsDirect [1].

Quick facts

Code	d2
Also shown as	None listed by the manufacturer
Brand / appliance	Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator
System	Heating
Meaning (service chart)	Forced defrost mode activated. The control terminates the forced defrost mode automatically when one of the evaporators reaches 55 degrees F. The refrigerator then returns to normal cooling. [1]
Keep using it?	Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician
Source document	Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect)

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code d2 means on a Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator

Forced defrost mode activated. The control terminates the forced defrost mode automatically when one of the evaporators reaches 55 degrees F. The refrigerator then returns to normal cooling. [1]

This is a heating code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error code d2 (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on the Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart (via Sears PartsDirect) [1], rewritten for clarity.

Write down the code and model number. Note exactly what the display shows (d2) and copy the full model number from the rating label, so you can confirm this chart applies to your 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator and order the right parts.
Clean the filter. Try our water filter finder Most common symptoms to help you fix your refrigerators Choose a symptom to see related refrigerator repairs.
Clear the code at the controls. Press the Freezer button 1 more time to see any error codes. Press the Water/Ice button in various spots to free the stuck button.
Check the control lock. Press the Lock button to exit the diagnostic mode.
Close the door or lid fully. Close the refrigerator door if open. Close the freezer door if open.
Test and decide. Run a short cycle or restart and watch the display. If d2 comes back after these checks, stop using the refrigerator for this function and call a technician, because the remaining causes need meters or part replacement.

The first and last steps (and the power reset) are general owner checks added by ErrorCodePro; the rest follow the Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart published by Sears PartsDirect, rewritten for safe owner use.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

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Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code d2 mean on a Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator?

The Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart lists d2 as follows: Forced defrost mode activated. The control terminates the forced defrost mode automatically when one of the evaporators reaches 55 degrees F. The refrigerator then returns to normal cooling.

Is it safe to keep using the 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator with d2?

Only if the owner checks below clear the code; if it returns, stop and book a repair.

Can I fix Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error d2 myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: write down the code and model number. If it persists, call a technician or Kenmore customer support (kenmore.com) or a Sears-authorized technician.

Sources

Sears PartsDirect: Kenmore 111 model bottom-freezer refrigerator error-code chart (third-party copy of manufacturer service data)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Kenmore.