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The Goodman 20162904 Primary Limit Temperature Control is a genuine OEM high-limit safety switch for AMS80603AXAB gas furnaces and compatible Goodman/Amana models. Mounted on the heat exchanger bulkhead, it continuously monitors supply-air temperature and opens the circuit to the gas valve if the plenum overheats — the classic result of a dirty filter, blocked ducts, or a failed blower. This protects the heat exchanger from cracking and prevents a dangerous overheat condition.
OEM vs. Generic: The primary limit is a critical life-safety device tuned to this furnace's specific temperature rise profile. The OEM 20162904 carries the exact trip setpoint, disc size, and mounting bracket Goodman specified. Universal limits often require guesswork on setpoint and can trip early or, worse, too late. We strongly recommend OEM for this control.
Install difficulty: Easy (2/5). Disconnect power, remove the two mounting screws and spade connectors, and install the replacement in the same orientation. Always correct any airflow restriction that caused the trip before restoring heat.