Maytag A500 Parts

This transmission pinion is the small drive gear inside the gearcase that meshes with the mating gear to transfer motor power through the drive. Replacing a worn pinion restores smooth operation and reliable torque delivery.

• Transfers rotation from the motor through the gear train inside the transmission
• Helps maintain proper speed and torque to the drive output
• Replaces stripped or broken teeth that cause slipping and chatter
• Typical symptoms: grinding/clicking noises, output that stalls or won't turn, metal shavings in grease

• Unplug the appliance before servicing; allow all moving parts to stop
• Access requires opening the drive housing/gearcase; note the orientation of shims, washers, and spacers
• Clean out old grease/debris and re-pack with manufacturer-approved grease
• Inspect mating gears, bearings, and shafts for wear; replace related parts as needed and follow the service manual for alignment

This gasket creates a reliable seal between two appliance components. Replacing a worn or damaged gasket helps stop leaks and drafts at the joint, restoring proper performance and preventing moisture, frost, or debris from entering where parts meet.

• Forms a tight seal between mating surfaces to help prevent water or air leaks
• Helps maintain proper temperatures and operation by keeping unwanted air or moisture out
• Reduces vibration at the joint that can cause noise or loosening over time
• Typical failure signs: visible cracks or flattening, seepage or drips at the joint, moisture or frost forming nearby

• Disconnect power and shut off water supply before service
• Photograph the original setup to aid reassembly
• Remove the old gasket and thoroughly clean/dry both mating surfaces; remove any residue
• Seat the new gasket evenly without stretching; tighten fasteners evenly and check for leaks or air gaps after reassembly

Hose washer and plastic insert for inlet hose. To order separately: for washer use WPY013783, for strainer use WP22002960.

This small retaining clip secures components in place inside the appliance, helping prevent movement, vibration, and premature wear. Replace a bent, fatigued, or missing clip to restore a solid, factory-tight hold.

• Holds panels, brackets, or tubing securely in their mounts
• Helps maintain alignment to reduce rattles, rubbing, or intermittent issues
• Common signs of failure: missing clip, loose fit, buzzing/vibration, parts that won't stay seated
• Restores proper retention after service, transport, or vibration-related fatigue

• Disconnect power and shut off gas/water before servicing
• Note the original clip's orientation; remove with needle-nose pliers
• Seat the new clip fully—do not over-bend; spring tension provides the hold
• Test operation before reassembly

This factory bolt is a direct-replacement fastener used to mount and secure appliance components. Replacing a stripped, rusted, or missing bolt restores a tight, rattle-free fit and helps keep assemblies aligned for reliable operation.

• Secures components to prevent loosening from vibration and normal use
• Helps maintain proper alignment of parts and assemblies
• Replaces hardware that is stripped, corroded, or lost
• Common symptoms include loose or wobbling parts, vibration, and rattling noises

• Disconnect power and shut off water/gas before servicing
• Compare length and thread to the original fastener; transfer any washers/spacers from the old bolt
• Start by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten per service manual—do not overtighten
• Apply thread-locking compound or replace companion hardware

Replacement lug stop that limits movement of a mechanical component to prevent over-travel and reduce wear. Restores proper stopping action so doors or internal mechanisms operate more smoothly and safely. What it does:

• Stops or limits travel of a moving part to prevent over-rotation or over-extension.
• Keeps doors, lids or internal linkages from swinging past their intended position.
• Replace if the lug is cracked, worn, broken, missing, or if the mechanism fails to stop or rattles.
• Helps prevent further damage from metal-on-metal contact or excessive movement.

• Disconnect power before starting any repair.
• Basic hand tools and access panel removal may be required to reach the mounting area.
• Inspect adjacent clips, fasteners and mating surfaces; replace any damaged hardware.

This replacement mounting screw secures appliance panels and components to restore proper fit and reduce rattling. Use when a damaged or missing screw causes loose trim, gaps, or vibrating noises; order by part number to ensure a match. What it does:

• Fastens panels, brackets, or trim to keep parts aligned and secure.
• Stops vibration and rattling caused by loose or missing screws.
• Common symptoms: visible gaps, loose panels, hardware falling out, or excess noise.
• Use the part number and/or existing screw to ensure correct size and thread before ordering.

• Disconnect power and water before accessing internal components.
• Use the correct screwdriver or bit to avoid stripping the head.
• Turn until snug; avoid over-tightening which can strip threads or crack trim.
• Keep small parts away from children and pets during repair.

Screw: 8-16 x 3/8 inch.

Tension spring that restores proper movement and positioning for a mechanical assembly in select Whirlpool appliances. Replacing a worn or broken spring helps stop sagging, rattling, or parts that fail to return to their normal position. What it does:

• Supplies tension or counterbalance for a moving component so parts operate smoothly.
• Helps keep doors, lids or levers aligned and from sagging or drifting out of position.
• Reduces excessive vibration or rattling caused by a weakened spring.
• Common symptom linkage: noisy operation, parts that won't stay closed/open, or visibly stretched/broken spring.

• Spring

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any repair.
• Springs can be under tension—wear eye protection and gloves and use proper tools.
• Follow the appliance service manual for correct removal and reinstallation procedures.

This small spacer washer fits in the washer's drive assembly to set the correct clearance between mating parts. Proper spacing helps components rotate smoothly and quietly while minimizing metal-to-metal contact and premature wear.

• Maintains the specified gap and alignment within the drive/brake or pulley stack
• Helps reduce friction, rubbing, and vibration
• A worn, distorted, or missing spacer can contribute to scraping or grinding noises and excess play
• Often replaced during service of related drive components to restore correct stack order

• Disconnect power before servicing; shut off water if moving the appliance
• Access and procedure vary by model—refer to your unit's service manual or parts diagram for the correct stack order
• Support the appliance if working from below; remove belt/pulley or related parts as required
• Reassemble in the exact order and orientation; verify free rotation before test-running

This replacement screw fastens trim, panels and small components to restore secure attachment and reduce rattling or movement. Use when a screw is missing, stripped, or damaged to keep parts aligned and operating quietly. What it does:

• Secures panels, brackets and trim to appliance assemblies
• Prevents vibration, rattling and misalignment caused by missing or damaged fasteners
• Replaces lost or stripped screws that can allow gaps or loose parts
• Helps maintain safe, stable operation by keeping components properly fastened

• Disconnect power (and water if applicable) before accessing interior panels
• Use the proper screwdriver or driver bit to avoid stripping the head
• Align parts before tightening and tighten until snug—do not overtighten
• Replace only with the correct OEM part to ensure proper fit and function

A small trim screw designed to secure appliance trim pieces and molding, restoring a finished look and keeping panels held firmly in place. Ideal when a trim piece is loose, missing a fastener, or shows minor rattling. What it does:

• Fastens trim, molding, or decorative panels to the appliance frame
• Restores secure mounting and helps eliminate loose or rattling trim
• Replaces missing or stripped fasteners that cause gaps or poor fit
• Compatible with common trim attachment points where OEM screw is specified

• Disconnect power or unplug the appliance before attempting repairs
• Use the correct screwdriver bit to match the screw head to avoid stripping
• Install by hand to start threads, then tighten snugly—do not overtighten
• Verify trim alignment after installation and test that the panel is secure

This factory screw secures appliance components such as panels, brackets, and trim. It replaces missing, stripped, or damaged hardware to restore a tight, rattle-free fit and proper alignment in the specified location for your model.

• Fastens covers, panels, brackets, or trim as specified in the parts diagram
• Restores secure fit when an original screw is missing or damaged
• Helps reduce vibration, rattling, and looseness
• Direct-fit hardware specified by the manufacturer for the original location

• Disconnect power and shut off water/gas before servicing
• Verify the screw's location in your model's parts diagram before installation
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Use the correct driver/bit and avoid overtightening into plastic to prevent stripping

This replacement screw secures appliance panels and components to restore proper fit and reduce vibration. A straightforward fastener that helps keep parts aligned and prevents noise or loose trim from worsening. What it does:

• Fastens panels, brackets, or trim pieces to the appliance frame
• Helps stop rattling or vibration caused by loose or missing hardware
• Restores proper alignment where original screw has been lost or damaged
• Works wherever the OEM screw specification is required for secure mounting

• Turn power off and unplug the appliance before working on it
• Use the correct screwdriver or bit to avoid stripping the head
• Thread carefully and avoid overtightening to prevent damage to threads or plastic parts
• Keep removed fasteners organized so you reinstall the correct pieces

This plate-clutch transfers torque from the washer transmission to the tub so the machine can engage and maintain spin cycles. Replacing a worn plate-clutch helps restore reliable spin performance and reduce slipping or shuddering. What it does:

• Engages the transmission to allow the tub/agitation assembly to spin.
• Helps transfer rotational force for normal spin speeds and load control.
• Commonly replaced when the washer slips out of spin, spins slowly, or shudders during the spin cycle.
• Supports proper clutch engagement to prevent intermittent spin failures.

• Disconnect power and water before beginning any repair.
• Access typically requires removing the washer cabinet and/or agitator; basic hand tools are usually sufficient.
• Inspect surrounding components (drive belt, transmission, clutch housing) for wear while replacing this part.

This 12-14 x 1/2 screw is a factory fastener used to secure appliance panels, brackets, and components. Replacing a missing or stripped screw restores a tight fit, reduces rattling, and keeps parts properly aligned for reliable operation.

• Secures panels, brackets, and internal components to their mounting points
• Replaces damaged, rusted, or missing hardware
• Helps stop vibration and rattling caused by loose fasteners
• Restores proper alignment and stability of covers or assemblies

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off gas/water before servicing
• Match the original screw's location and length; replace one at a time
• Start threads by hand to prevent cross-threading; tighten snugly without over-torquing
• Reinstall any original washers, clips, or spacers used with the screw