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The Hinge Brace is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dishwashers. It serves as a supportive bracket anchoring the dishwasher door hinge assembly firmly in place.Note: This part may be different from your original. If your original part was a flat plastic vapor barrier, the new design is a wire. It is a factory design change, the old design is no longer available.

Over time, the hinge brace can degrade due to constant use, heavy loads on the door, or accidental impacts. A faulty hinge brace can result in misalignment or difficulty in operating the dishwasher door.

Symptoms of a bad hinge brace include:

• Loose or unstable door that does not close securely
• Gaps appearing around the door seal during wash cycles
• Broken hinge components from added stress and tension on the door
• Difficulty fully opening or closing the dishwasher door

This is a genuine Whirlpool OEM replacement this part is also compatible with Maytag, Jenn-Air and some Kenmore models.

The Screw Hole Cap is an OEM part for Whirlpool dishwashers. It covers the screw holes, providing a clean and finished appearance while preventing moisture and debris from entering the screw openings. This helps maintain the dishwasher's aesthetic and ensures that screws remain protected from rust and corrosion.

Causes of a bad screw hole cap can include regular wear and tear, accidental impacts, or misplacement during maintenance.

Symptoms of a bad screw hole cap include:

• Missing or loose caps
• Moisture or debris accumulating in screw holes
• Visible wear or damage to the caps

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

Color: gray. Measures about 3 inches high by 2-1/2 inches deep.

This door latch strike is the catch mounted at the top of the dishwasher tub opening. It provides a secure engagement point for the door latch, helping the door close firmly so cycles can start and run properly. What it does:

• Serves as the latch catch on the tub/frame for the door latch to lock onto
• Helps ensure the door switch engages so the dishwasher will start
• Restores proper door alignment and closure if the original strike is bent, loose, or missing
• Common symptoms include door won't latch/close, dishwasher won't start, or door popping open mid-cycle

• 1 door latch strike

• Disconnect power at the breaker and turn off the water supply before servicing
• Open the door and remove the mounting screws securing the old strike
• Position the new strike, start screws by hand, and adjust so the latch engages smoothly; then tighten
• Test door closure several times and run a short cycle to ensure proper operation

This mounting bracket secures an appliance component in the correct position, providing stable support and alignment. Replacing a damaged bracket helps stop looseness and vibration that can lead to noise, poor fit, or premature wear.

• Provides a rigid mounting point to hold the related assembly in place
• Restores proper spacing and alignment for consistent operation
• Helps reduce rattling, buzzing, or vibration from movement
• Replaces cracked, bent, or corroded brackets that no longer hold securely

• Disconnect power; shut off water supply if applicable
• Note the original orientation; transfer any clips, spacers, or grommets from the old bracket
• Reuse existing screws/fasteners; hand-start threads to avoid cross-threading
• Do not overtighten fasteners; confirm clearance and smooth operation before reassembly

The Hex-Head Screw is an OEM replacement part for use in Whirlpool dishwashers. This metal screw measures approximately ¾ inch long. Its primary purpose is to secure the dispenser bracket in place, ensuring stable operation. This hex-head screw is designed for use with compatible hexagonal tools. This makes installation and removal straightforward. This part is sold individually and is guaranteed to fit your dishwasher door panel. This screw is compatible with select Whirlpool brand models including Amana, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Jenn Air, Kenmore, Kitchen Aid, and Maytag.

The Power Cord Kit is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dishwashers. It is a 3-prong grounded, 16-gauge cord that includes all the hardware needed for installation. Includes all hardware needed for installation.

Causes of a bad power cord can include normal wear and tear over years of use, accidental impacts or cuts to the wiring, or improper installation that damages components.

Symptoms of a bad power cord include:

• The dishwasher not turning on or completing cycles
• Warm or hot power cords during operation
• Frayed, cracked, or exposed copper wiring

This is a genuine Whirlpool OEM replacement this part is also compatible with Maytag, Jenn-Air, and some Kenmore models.

This factory screw secures appliance components. It restores a tight, reliable hold when the original hardware is stripped, missing, or corroded—helping prevent vibration and keeping panels and brackets properly aligned.

• Provides threaded fastening for panels, brackets, covers, or internal components
• Replaces worn, rusted, stripped, or missing hardware
• Helps reduce vibration and rattling from loose parts
• Restores proper alignment and a secure fit of attached parts

• Disconnect power; turn off water supply before service
• Note original screw location and retain any spacers or clips for reassembly
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading
• Tighten snugly; do not overtighten to prevent stripping

This power cord connects your appliance to a household outlet. Replacing a worn or damaged cord restores safe, reliable power and can help resolve no-power or intermittent power issues caused by a compromised lead.

• Delivers electrical power from the outlet to the appliance
• Replaces cords with cracked, frayed, or heat-damaged insulation or a damaged plug
• Helps when the unit won't power on or loses power when the cord is moved
• Addresses visible scorching, arcing, or melting on the cord or plug

• Disconnect power before servicing; verify no voltage is present
• Note wire positions or take a photo before removal; match to the same terminals on install
• Use the proper strain relief/clamp and route away from sharp edges, moving parts, and heat sources
• Confirm the ground connection is secure; do not modify the plug

Quantity of ONE. Size: 8-18 x 5/8 inch. (#8 screw, 18 threads per inch, 5/8 inch long)

10 - 16 x 1/2

Color: Grey. 4oz bottle with brush used for touching up damage to your dishracks. For blue use W10840471. For white use WP676453. For tips use 676458.

This small clip secures the guard/shield on the dispenser assembly. Replacing a cracked or missing clip keeps the guard firmly attached and aligned so the dispenser operates properly without interference, noise, or premature product loss. What it does:

• Fastens the dispenser guard to its mounting point on the dispenser assembly
• Keeps the guard aligned to prevent interference with dispenser door/flow
• Restores a secure fit if the original clip is cracked, deformed, or missing
• Common symptoms: loose or missing guard, rattling, incomplete dispensing or residue left after a cycle

• 1 dispenser guard clip

• Disconnect power to the appliance; turn off water supply if applicable
• Open access, support the guard, and release the worn clip from its tabs
• Snap the new clip fully into place, ensuring it engages all locking points
• Ensure the guard is secure and that the dispenser door/flow path is unobstructed before use

Color: White. 4oz bottle with brush used for touching up damage to your dishracks. For blue use W10840471. For grey use WP676455. For tips use 675679

This diverter disc directs wash water to different spray zones during a cycle, helping ensure alternating spray patterns and thorough cleaning. A worn or damaged disc can cause poor wash performance or incorrect spray routing.

• Routes water from the sump to selected spray arms/zones
• Helps alternate spray to improve coverage and cleaning
• Worn discs may lead to weak spray, poor cleaning, or unusual cycle behavior
• Can contribute to water leaking at the diverter area if the seal interface is compromised

• Disconnect power and water before servicing
• Access is typically from the bottom; remove the toe kick and lower panel as needed
• Note the disc orientation in relation to the diverter mechanism during removal
• Inspect related components (diverter motor/shaft, seals, sump) and replace if worn

This factory-specified screw secures panels, brackets, and internal components in your appliance. Replacing worn or missing hardware restores a tight fit to help reduce vibration, noise, and premature wear.

• Fastens sheet metal, brackets, or plastic parts as designed by the manufacturer
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce vibration/rattling
• Direct replacement for stripped, corroded, or missing screws
• Common signs: loose panels or trim, shifting components, screw won't tighten

• Disconnect power; shut off water or gas supply if applicable
• Use the correct driver to avoid stripping the head
• Start threads by hand to prevent cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Replace one-for-one in the original location per service information