This is a small hinge washer (shim) that sits between the door hinge and the refrigerator cabinet to ensure proper door alignment and smooth operation. It helps maintain the correct spacing and reduces friction at the hinge point. Replace this part if the refrigerator door is sagging, not closing properly, or if the original washer is worn, cracked, or missing.
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Lower hinge pivot sheared off at base door rotated off hinge bracket Paul G. • Houston , TX • February 23, 2015
Temporarily stuck a BMW lug bolt through the bracket and pivot opening to secure the door on the base, then waited just 3 days for the exact parts to come in from AppliancePros. Searching for the appliance model number brought me to the Appliance Pros website where finding the exact parts was quick and easy. Getting the correct part installed was a bit more involved as I had to remove and reinstall the bracket once the hinge pivot was installed, but it was quick and easy with my son holding the...
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