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Restore worn dishwasher racks and help prevent rust stains on dishes. This white rack repair kit covers chipped or exposed rack tines and caps bare metal to reduce corrosion and extend the useful life of your racks.

• Re-coats rusted or chipped vinyl on rack tines to help stop corrosion
• Caps exposed tips to reduce rust transfer, scratching, and snags
• Useful when tine caps are missing or the rack coating is flaking
• Common symptoms: rust on tines, stained dishes, sharp/rough tine ends

• Disconnect power and remove the rack before repair
• Clean and dry affected areas thoroughly before applying coating
• Apply in a well-ventilated area; allow full cure time before using the dishwasher
• Replace the rack if metal is severely corroded or broken

The Dishrack is an OEM part for Whirlpool brand dishwashers. It provides a sanitary and convenient space to air dry dishes after they are cleaned. 

Symptoms of a bad dishrack include:

• Warping or cracks in the plastic material
• Loose mounting points that cause shaking 
• Missing side panels or wires
• Inability to fully extend or retract 

Causes of a bad dishrack can include wear and tear over time, damage from heavy loads, or stresses from repeated extending/retracting motions. 

This Whirlpool replacement part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, and some Kenmore models.

This stud is a small mounting fastener that provides a secure anchor point for attaching appliance components. Replacing a worn or missing stud restores a tight, aligned fit and helps prevent looseness, rattles, or shifting.

• Provides a fixed, threaded anchor for mounting a handle, bracket, or panel
• Helps keep parts aligned and secure during normal operation
• Common replacement for studs that are stripped, bent, broken, or missing
• Symptoms can include a loose or wobbly component, difficulty tightening, or visible damage/corrosion

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off water or gas before servicing
• Wear cut-resistant gloves and handle panels carefully
• Hand-start threads to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without over-torquing
• Reinstall any covers or related hardware in their original positions

This retainer is a small holding fastener that secures a component or panel in place inside your appliance. Replacing a worn or missing retainer helps stop looseness and rattles and keeps parts properly aligned for reliable operation.

• Holds a mating part, bracket, or panel securely in position
• Prevents vibration-related movement or separation during use
• Maintains proper alignment and engagement of the assembly
• Common symptoms of failure: loose or wobbly component, rattling noises, misalignment, or a part that won't stay attached

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off water or gas before service
• Note the original retainer's orientation; transfer any reusable hardware
• Use needle-nose pliers or a small screwdriver to release/seat the clip carefully
• Ensure the retainer is fully engaged and the component is secure before testing

The Screw is an OEM part compatible with Whirlpool dryers. This screw connects the back panel to the side panel, ensuring the dryer cabinet is securely assembled. It plays an integral role in maintaining the structural integrity of the dryer housing.

Symptoms of a bad screw can include loosening, corrosion, or breakage over time and use. This can compromise the bond between panels and weaken the overall dryer frame.  

Causes of a bad screw include:

• Repeated expansion and contraction from heat cycles  
• Vibrations loosening the connection point
• Stress or cracks developing at the screw head or threads

These issues can lead to:

• Gaps appearing between panels
• Components like controls detaching from the housing
• Cabinet unable to withstand pressure changes  

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

This adjustable leveling leg threads into the appliance base to set height and stabilize the cabinet. Replacing a worn or missing leg helps stop rocking and vibration and helps maintain proper alignment for reliable operation.

• Provides adjustable support at one corner of the appliance
• Helps level the unit for correct alignment with floor or cabinetry
• Reduces rocking, vibration, and rattling noises
• Replaces stripped, bent, cracked, or missing leg

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off water before servicing
• Carefully support or brace the appliance to access the base safely
• Start the new leg by hand to avoid cross-threading; adjust height gradually
• Use a level to check side-to-side and front-to-back, then recheck after positioning

This machine screw secures panels, brackets, and other components inside your appliance. Replacing a missing or damaged fastener restores a solid fit, reduces vibration and rattling, and helps keep assemblies properly aligned for reliable performance.

• 10-32 machine-thread fastener for mounting and securing internal parts and panels
• Helps maintain alignment and structural integrity of assembled components
• Replaces missing, stripped, or damaged hardware
• Reduces rattling, vibration, or loosening from worn fasteners

• Disconnect power; shut off gas or water supplies before servicing
• Match thread and length to the original fastener used in that location
• Start by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Reuse original washers or clips if present and in good condition

Color: Black. Size: 12 oz. Acrylic appliance aerosol can spray paint.

A small metal clip that secures the appliance's ground wire to the chassis. Restores a reliable ground connection to reduce loose or arcing contacts and help prevent intermittent electrical faults. What it does:

• Secures the ground wire to the appliance frame to maintain a solid earth connection.
• Prevents a loose ground that can cause arcing, intermittent power issues, or visible sparking at the connection.
• Holds the wire in place through normal vibration and movement so terminals stay tight and stable.
• Replaces damaged, bent, or missing grounding fasteners to restore safe electrical continuity.

• Disconnect power at the breaker or unplug the appliance before inspecting or replacing the clip.
• Use proper hand tools to remove and reinstall the screw or fastener that holds the clip—do not overtighten.
• Ensure the ground wire is routed and stripped correctly; replace wiring if insulation or conductor is damaged.

This is a 10-32 threaded machine screw used to fasten appliance panels and components securely. It restores proper fit and prevents rattling or loose parts when a missing or stripped fastener causes instability. What it does:

• Fastens panels, trim, brackets, and internal components that use 10-32 threads
• Restores secure fit when a missing or damaged screw lets parts shift or vibrate
• Helps eliminate rattling, loose connections, and alignment issues caused by lost hardware
• Works where a standard 10-32 machine screw is specified by the manufacturer

• Disconnect power and gas before accessing internal components
• Use the correct screwdriver or nut driver to avoid stripping the head
• Do not overtighten; snug until secure to avoid thread damage
• Keep removed hardware for reference and replace only with identical thread size

This touch-up paint restores small chips, scratches and nicks in painted appliance surfaces for a cleaner, like-new appearance. It's ideal for hiding minor cosmetic damage without repainting the whole panel. What it does:

• Covers small chips, scratches and scuffs on painted appliance surfaces
• Helps prevent bare metal exposure that can lead to rusting of small areas
• Restores color and gloss to localized damage for improved appearance
• Applies to control panels, doors and trim where finish is worn

• Shake well before use and apply sparingly with a fine brush, cotton swab or toothpick
• Allow finish to dry fully between light coats for best color match
• Work in a well-ventilated area and avoid inhaling fumes
• Keep out of reach of children and follow local disposal regulations for paint

Color: Stainless

This small retaining clip secures trim and appliance components to keep panels and assemblies in place, helping prevent rattling and loose parts during use. It's a simple replacement that restores proper fit and alignment. What it does:

• Holds panels, trim, or small assemblies in place to maintain a secure fit
• Prevents rattling, vibration noise, and movement of loose parts
• Replaces broken, bent, or missing clips that allow gaps or misalignment
• Works where a small fastener is needed to secure plastic or metal components

• Disconnect power or unplug the appliance before servicing to avoid shock or injury
• Inspect the mounting area for damage; replace any broken mating tabs or screws for a secure fit
• Installation typically requires basic hand tools such as pliers or a screwdriver; apply steady pressure to snap clip into place

This factory fastener is a #10-16 screw used to secure appliance panels and components. Replacing worn or missing hardware restores a tight fit, helps prevent rattles, and keeps parts properly aligned for dependable operation.

• Secures brackets, panels, and covers to the cabinet or frame
• Replaces missing, stripped, or corroded mounting hardware
• Helps reduce vibration and rattling from loose mounts
• Correct 10-16 thread to match designated OEM mounting points

• Disconnect power and shut off water or gas supply before servicing
• Match the screw to the original location using your model's diagram
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly—do not overtighten
• If replacing multiple screws, swap one at a time to maintain alignment

This terminal nut secures a wire terminal to a threaded post or terminal block, ensuring a tight, reliable electrical connection. Replace a missing, stripped, or heat-damaged nut to restore a safe, stable power path to the component. What it does:

• Clamps a ring or spade terminal to a threaded stud/post on a terminal block or component
• Maintains a low-resistance connection to reduce arcing and heat buildup
• Helps address symptoms like loose/burned terminal connections, intermittent power, or discoloration at the connection point
• Direct replacement for the original connection hardware on applicable models

• 1 terminal nut

• Disconnect power at the breaker before servicing; allow any heated components to cool
• Note wire locations; remove damaged hardware and inspect wiring/terminals for heat damage
• Clean threads and install the new nut; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Reassemble and restore power; verify the connection remains cool during initial operation

Cover-Box protects the appliance's control box and internal wiring by enclosing electronic components to keep out dust and accidental contact, helping maintain reliable operation and reduce the chance of component damage. What it does:

• Encloses and protects the control box and wiring from dirt, debris and incidental contact.
• Helps prevent exposed wires and component damage that can lead to intermittent operation or electrical faults.
• Restores structural protection when the original cover is cracked, warped, or missing.
• Matches OEM fit and mounting points to secure the control assembly in place.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any service.
• Remove screws or fasteners securing the old cover; keep hardware for reuse unless damaged.
• Ensure wiring and connectors are routed correctly and fully seated before reinstalling the cover.