Customer Questions and Answers for Screw, 1 Piece by Whirlpool

This factory fastener secures appliance panels, brackets, and components. Replacing a missing or worn screw restores a tight, rattle-free fit and helps keep parts aligned as designed for reliable operation. What it does:

• Fastens specified components to maintain alignment and structural integrity
• Helps reduce vibration, noise, and loosening from normal use
• Replace if stripped, corroded, or missing
• Common symptoms include loose or rattling parts and hardware that won't tighten

• One screw

• Disconnect power and shut off water or gas before servicing
• Match location and orientation; replace one-for-one with the original
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; use the correct driver bit and do not overtighten
• Inspect related clips/inserts; replace if damaged to ensure proper retention