Parts for Ge AEQ05LPQ1: 03 - Base Pan Parts

This nut with attached washer is a small securing fastener used to clamp appliance parts and prevent loosening. It provides a low-profile, integrated washer bearing surface for a reliable hold. What it does:

• Secures panels, brackets, or components to prevent movement and rattling
• Maintains clamping force where an integrated washer is needed
• Helps keep electrical and mechanical connections stable
• Common symptom: loose or vibrating parts, squeaks, or components that shift during use

• One nut with attached washer

• Disconnect power and water before servicing
• Use the correct socket or wrench to avoid rounding the nut
• Tighten to snug fit — avoid overtightening which can strip threads or damage parts
• If replacing a rusted or damaged fastener, inspect mating threads and replace as needed

This flat washer provides a secure, even load distribution for a fastener on the appliance, helping maintain proper assembly and reduce loosening or wear. Use it to replace a damaged or missing washer during repairs. What it does:

• Sits under a nut or bolt to spread load and protect the appliance surface
• Helps prevent fasteners from loosening due to vibration
• Restores proper spacing and alignment for connected parts
• Commonly replaced when you see corrosion, cracking, or a loose connection

• One flat washer

• Disconnect power and turn off water supply before starting any repair
• Tighten fasteners to a snug fit—avoid over-tightening which can crush the washer
• If adjacent parts show damage or corrosion, inspect and replace as needed

This motor support is a metal bracket that holds and stabilizes the appliance motor, keeping it aligned for reliable operation and reducing excessive movement or wear. It helps maintain proper drivetrain alignment for quieter, smoother performance. What it does:

• Secures the motor housing to the appliance chassis to prevent shifting during operation
• Keeps the motor shaft aligned with belts or pulleys to reduce rubbing and premature wear
• Reduces vibration and noise caused by a loose or unsupported motor
• Can resolve symptoms like unusual grinding, scraping, or motor misalignment

• One motor support bracket

• Disconnect power before beginning any repair to avoid electrical shock
• Access typically requires removing panels or the drum; follow appliance-specific disassembly steps
• Inspect surrounding fasteners and mounts; replace any worn hardware for a secure fit