Customer Questions and Answers for Stop Lug by Whirlpool

This stop lug is a small, molded limiter that prevents over-travel of a moving control or mechanism in your washer, helping components stop in the correct position for consistent, reliable operation.

• Acts as a positive stop to limit movement of a mating part
• Helps maintain proper alignment and protects components from over-rotation
• Symptoms of a worn or missing lug can include excessive play, over-travel, or a control that doesn't stop where it should
• Visible damage or a missing lug indicates replacement is needed

• Disconnect power and water supply before servicing
• Access the mounting area and note the original orientation
• Seat the new lug fully and secure per the original configuration
• Reassemble and test that the mechanism stops at the intended position