Maytag Spring Parts

Restore safe, smooth door operation with this dishwasher door spring. It counterbalances the door's weight so it opens and closes in a controlled way, preventing a sudden drop when the original spring breaks or fatigues.

• Provides the tension that counterbalances the dishwasher door through the hinge mechanism
• Helps prevent the door from slamming open or feeling unusually heavy
• Restores smooth, even door movement side-to-side
• Typical symptoms: door drops quickly, feels heavier than normal, uneven motion, or a visibly broken/stretched spring

• Disconnect power and shut off water before servicing
• Remove the toe/kick panel to access the hinge area
• Support the door, then move it slightly to relieve tension before unhooking the old spring
• Attach the new spring between the frame anchor and hinge arm; if your model uses two springs, replace both sides for even tension

This door spring counterbalances your dishwasher door so it opens and closes smoothly without slamming. Replacing a fatigued or broken spring restores proper tension and helps protect the hinges and latch.

• Provides counterbalance tension to the door through the hinge mechanism
• Helps the door open and close with controlled movement and stay in position
• Symptoms of failure can include a door that drops quickly, feels heavy, or won't stay put
• May also cause popping/squeaking noises or uneven action on one side of the door

• Disconnect electrical power and turn off the water supply before servicing
• Remove the toe panel/kick plate to access springs near the hinges
• Carefully relieve and reattach spring tension; wear gloves and eye protection
• Ensure both sides are tensioned evenly after replacement

This replacement container spring helps restore proper tension and support for the container assembly, so the container stays secure and operates smoothly. Ideal when the original spring is worn, stretched, or broken. What it does:

• Provides tension to hold the container or bin in its intended position
• Replaces worn or broken springs that cause slipping or poor engagement
• Stops rattling or shifting caused by a weakened spring
• Helps the container latch, release, or return smoothly during use

• Basic hand tools may be required; follow the appliance's service manual for access and removal
• Disconnect power (and water if applicable) before servicing to prevent injury
• Handle small parts carefully to avoid pinching; springs can store tension

This genuine OEM return spring restores proper return/tension for the appliance component it connects to, helping controls, latches or hinges snap back into place. Replacing a worn spring can stop sticking, sagging or failed return action. What it does:

• Provides tension to return a lever, latch or door component to its resting position
• Restores crisp return action when a control or hinge feels loose or fails to snap back
• Helps reduce rattling or intermittent contact caused by a weak or broken spring
• Functions quietly once replaced, improving normal operation of the affected mechanism

• Disconnect power and gas before servicing; follow appliance-specific safety instructions
• Springs can be under tension — use proper tools and caution to avoid injury or part damage
• Compare the old spring to the new one for correct length and end type before installation

A replacement tension spring designed to restore proper movement and return force to the appliance mechanism. Helps the affected component operate smoothly so doors, levers or assemblies move with correct tension and alignment. What it does:

• Provides return and holding tension for the appliance mechanism to restore normal movement.
• Helps reduce sagging, misalignment, or loose operation of the associated door or linkage.
• Minimizes noise and vibration caused by a worn or weakened spring.
• Works as the direct-fit part when the listed part number matches your appliance.

• Disconnect power and water (if applicable) before beginning any repair.
• Springs are often under tension—wear eye protection and use caution when removing or installing.
• Follow the appliance's service manual or OEM instructions for correct orientation and safe installation.

This is the idler tension spring that holds the dryer belt tight for smooth drum rotation and reliable drying. It restores proper belt tension to help eliminate slipping and uneven drum movement. What it does:

• Applies tension to the dryer idler assembly so the belt stays engaged with the drum and motor pulley
• Helps stop belt slippage that can cause the drum to not turn or to turn intermittently
• Reduces squealing or rubbing noises caused by a loose or worn tension spring
• Works with the idler pulley and belt to maintain consistent drum rotation during operation

• 1 idler tension spring

• Disconnect power to the appliance before any service to prevent shock or injury
• Access may require removing the dryer front or top; follow OEM service instructions for your model
• Relieve belt tension carefully when removing/installing the spring; use gloves and eye protection
• After installation, verify proper belt alignment and test a short cycle to confirm normal operation

This spring element support secures and stabilizes a range or oven heating element to keep it properly positioned for consistent heating and safe operation. It replaces a worn or broken support that allows an element to sag or vibrate. What it does:

• Holds the bake/broil heating element in the correct position so it heats evenly
• Prevents the element from sagging, touching the oven cavity, or rattling during use
• Helps maintain correct element clearance to reduce arcing and uneven cooking
• Addresses symptoms like a loose or wobbly element, unusual noises, or intermittent heating

• One spring element support

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair to avoid shock or injury
• Handle the heating element and support carefully to avoid bending or damaging the element
• Verify correct part orientation against the oven's wiring diagram during installation

This replacement axle/latch spring secures the latch/axle assembly so the appliance door or panel stays engaged during use. It restores proper latch tension for reliable closing and operation. What it does:

• Applies tension to the latch/axle so the door or access panel stays closed and latched
• Helps ensure the appliance detects a closed door and will start or run normally
• Common symptom: door won't stay closed or latch feels loose or fails to engage
• Small metal spring designed for a specific latch assembly — not a universal part

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair
• Access may require removing a panel, bezel, or door — use proper tools and keep fasteners organized
• Handle the spring and latch components carefully; springs are under tension and can snap free

This spring provides tension for the door hinge, helping the door open and close smoothly and stay properly balanced. Replacing a weakened or broken spring restores correct door movement and prevents slamming or drooping.

• Maintains tension on the door hinge mechanism
• Helps the door stay level and close securely
• Can reduce issues like a sagging, loose, or slamming door
• Restores smooth, controlled door operation

• Disconnect power and shut off gas or water (as applicable) before service
• Support the door to relieve hinge tension prior to removal
• Note spring orientation/routing before replacing
• Wear cut-resistant gloves; hinge areas can be sharp and under tension

This tension spring restores proper movement and tension for the appliance component it secures, helping the part operate smoothly and reliably. It's a simple replacement that fixes common issues caused by worn or broken springs. What it does:

• Provides tension to hold or return a moving component to its correct position
• Helps stop sagging, slipping, or loose operation of doors, latches, or levers
• Can reduce rattling or unusual noises caused by a failed spring
• Restores normal mechanical action when the original spring is stretched or broken

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair
• Springs can be under tension—use appropriate tools and wear eye/hand protection
• Compare the new spring to the old one for length, coil size, and end fittings before installation

Suspension rod ball and bushing kit includes 4 balls and 4 bushings.

This idler spring maintains proper tension on the dryer drum belt by keeping the idler pulley engaged. Replacing a weak or broken spring restores consistent drum rotation and helps prevent belt slippage and squealing during operation.

• Maintains belt tension by pulling the idler arm/pulley against the drum belt
• Helps the motor start and keep the drum turning smoothly
• Reduces belt slippage that can cause squealing or chirping
• Common symptoms of a failed spring: drum won't turn or turns intermittently; belt comes off or feels loose; loud squeal from idler area

• Disconnect power; for gas dryers, shut off the gas supply
• Access the idler assembly; relieve belt tension and note belt/spring routing before removal
• Attach the new spring to the same holes/orientation on the idler arm and base; verify belt path
• Rotate the drum by hand to confirm alignment and tension before reassembly

This spring-timer knob replaces a worn, cracked or missing timer knob so you can set and adjust the appliance's mechanical timer reliably. Simple, direct replacement that restores the user control interface. What it does:

• Fits onto the appliance's mechanical timer shaft to allow setting and advancing the timer
• Restores a secure grip and pointer for accurate time selection
• Commonly used to fix loose, cracked, stripped, or missing timer knobs
• Helps resolve inability to turn or set the mechanical timer caused by a damaged knob

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair
• Pull the old knob straight off the timer shaft; align splines and press the new knob fully onto the shaft until seated
• If the knob is tight, use a proper knob puller or gentle, even leverage to avoid damaging the shaft