Customer Questions and Answers for Spring by Frigidaire

This replacement spring restores the correct tension in the affected mechanism on your appliance, helping parts return smoothly and stay aligned. A fatigued or broken spring can cause loose action, noise, or improper engagement—this fixes it fast. What it does

• Provides return tension to the related mechanism so parts move and reset correctly
• Helps maintain alignment and reduces looseness or rattle during operation
• Supports smooth engagement/disengagement of linked components
• Common symptoms: weak/loose action, parts not returning to position, squeaking/rattling, visible break or deformation

• 1 spring

• Disconnect power; for gas appliances, shut off gas. For washers, also turn off water supply.
• Support the component under spring tension before removal to prevent sudden release.
• Note or photograph original routing and anchor points to match orientation on reassembly.
• Inspect related brackets/clips; replace any that are bent, worn, or corroded.