Parts for Kenmore 106.9658681 (1069658681, 106 9658681): Cabinet Parts

This replacement screw secures appliance panels, brackets, and internal components so your unit stays assembled, aligned, and quiet. Use it to replace missing, stripped, or corroded hardware and restore a reliable factory-fastened connection.

• Fastens panels, brackets, or trim to the cabinet/frame
• Helps maintain proper alignment of doors, controls, or covers
• Replaces hardware that's missing, rusted, or with a stripped head
• Can help reduce vibration or rattling from loose fasteners

• Disconnect power and shut off gas/water supplies before service
• Match thread and length to the original; transfer any washers if present
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading, then tighten with the correct driver
• Do not overtighten; snug until secure to prevent damage to plastic or sheet metal

This factory fastener secures appliance components and panels, helping keep assemblies properly aligned and tight. Replace worn, stripped, or missing hardware to eliminate looseness and vibration and maintain safe, reliable operation.

• Fastens brackets, panels, trim, and internal assemblies to the cabinet/frame
• Helps maintain alignment of doors, consoles, or covers
• Restores a tight fit to reduce rattling, vibration, or shifting
• Common symptoms: missing screw, stripped head/threads, loose panel or handle, recurring vibration/noise

• Disconnect power (and shut off gas/water if applicable) before servicing
• Match thread and length to the original fastener for proper fit
• Start threading by hand to avoid cross-threading; use the correct driver
• Do not overtighten into plastic or thin sheet metal

The Hinge Washer is an OEM part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This part ensures smooth opening and closing by reducing friction between the door hinge and the refrigerator body.

Causes of a bad hinge washer can include normal wear and tear from frequent use, accumulation of dirt or debris, and exposure to moisture, which can lead to rust and corrosion.  

Symptoms of a bad hinge washer include:

• Difficulty in opening or closing the refrigerator door
• A door that does not stay in place
• Squeaking or grinding noises when the door is moved
• Visible wear or deformation on the washer

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.

The Center Door Hinge is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool refrigerators. As one of several hinges supporting each refrigerator door panel, it works to guide opening and closing movements.

Causes of a faulty center hinge tend to be wear from years of continuous operation with near-daily door cycles. Complete failure could also occur in the event of physical damage sustained during a repair or installation issue.

Symptoms include:

• Looseness, wobbling, or misalignment of the associated door
• Increased effort required to open or close doors
• Potential for doors to fall off alignment, cease opening fully
• Risk of door detachment altogether without hinge support

This is a genuine Whirlpool OEM replacement this part is also compatible with Maytag, Jenn-Air and some Kenmore models.