How to replace Whirlpool refrigerator door stop bracket WP2183805

Are you tired of your refrigerator doors swinging out too far and causing damage to your kitchen? A worn-out door stop bracket could be the culprit, but don’t worry—it’s a simple fix! Dive into our easy step-by-step guide and watch the included video below to learn how you can replace the bracket yourself in just 30 minutes.

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The door stop bracket helps prevent your Whirlpool refrigerator doors from opening too wide and potentially damaging the door or surrounding cabinets. Over time, the door stop brackets can become worn out, damaged or misplaced when removing the doors.

Thankfully, this part is easy to replace in around 30 minutes or less. Let’s walk through the replacement steps together so you can fix your refrigerator yourself.

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Why would the door stop bracket need to be replaced?

You might need to change out the door stop bracket for any of the following reasons:

• The fridge door excessively swings or moves
• The fridge door isn’t closing properly or doesn’t stay closed
• The door hits nearby walls or objects when it’s opened
• There’s visible damage or wear to the door stop bracket
• The bracket is loose or wobbly and isn’t improved when tightened
• You’re experiencing difficulty in opening or closing the refrigerator door

What you’ll need

• Tape
• Ratchet with 5/16-inch socket
• Phillips screwdriver
• Replacement door stop bracket (make sure it’s compatible with your specific fridge model before installing)

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Safety precautions

When working on any appliance, remember to keep safety first. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

• Always power off and unplug your appliance or switch off the circuit breaker before you attempt any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by preventing any risk of electric shock.
• If the appliance has recently been used, give it plenty of time to cool down before working on it.
• Take your time while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries. Rushing is the enemy of precision.
• Work in a well-lit area so you can see and access appliance parts.
• Keep your workspace free of clutter and other obstacles. Keep children and pets away from the work area.
• Check the user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions related to your appliance or replacement part.
• Be gentle when handling or removing parts. Excessive force might damage the appliance or cause personal injury.
• Wear insulated work gloves to protect your hands from sharp metal parts and debris.
• Always take photos or make a note of wiring terminals or other connections before disconnecting them to make reassembly easier.
• Turn off the water supply at the outlet before beginning repairs. Keep towels ready to catch any residual water in the system when removing parts.

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How to replace the door stop bracket

Follow these steps to change out the door stop bracket on your Whirlpool refrigerator.

1. Place some duct tape on the refrigerator door and secure it to the cabinet to keep the door in place.
2. Remove the hinge cover with a 5/16-inch socket wrench. Take out the three screws holding the hinge and lift it off.
3. Take the duct tape off the door.
4. Open the freezer door and remove it from the center hinge.
5. Take the freezer door off and carefully set it aside.
6. Remove the single Phillips screw holding the old door stop bracket and take the bracket off.
7. Align the new door stop bracket to the screw holes and use a Phillips screwdriver to secure it.
8. Hang the freezer door on the center hinge, then close it.
9. Tape the freezer door to the cabinet.
10. Loosely install the top door hinge and the three 5/16-inch screws.
11. Align the top door and tighten the screws.
12. Replace the hinge cover and remove the tape.
13. Close the door to see if the new door stop is working.
14. For the bottom door stop bracket, remove the lower hinge and the two 5/16-inch screws. Carefully remove the door.
15. Remove the damaged door stop bracket and screw.
16. Install the new bracket and secure it with a Phillips screw.
17. Replace the lower hinge with the bushing. Secure it with two 5/16-inch screws.
18. Close the door.

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Additional information

Thanks for reading! We hope this guide helped you replace the door stop bracket on your refrigerator.

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