Maytag A500 Parts

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

Size: 10-32

This retaining washer secures a center-mounted component within the assembly, keeping parts aligned and in place during operation. Replacing a worn or missing washer helps prevent looseness, vibration, and noise for more reliable performance. What it does:

• Holds a component on a center shaft or stud to prevent axial movement
• Maintains proper alignment under rotation and load
• Can reduce wobble, rattling, or scraping noises from a shifting assembly
• In applicable washers, can help restore consistent agitation or spin when parts have been moving out of place

• 1 retaining washer

• Disconnect power and water before servicing; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Note the order and orientation of all spacers, washers, and clips during disassembly
• Clean mating surfaces and ensure the washer is fully seated before reassembly
• Inspect adjacent hardware for wear or damage and replace as needed

This pin collar is a small retaining fastener that secures a shaft or component in place, preventing lateral movement and keeping assemblies aligned for reliable operation. It's a simple replacement to restore proper fit and function. What it does

• Retains shafts, pins, or small components to prevent sliding or separation
• Helps maintain alignment of moving parts for smooth operation
• Commonly replaced when parts shift, wobble, or fall out of position
• Works as a low-profile mechanical stop in various appliance linkages

• Pin collar (single)

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any repair
• Verify orientation and seating against the mating part; install so collar fully engages the shaft or groove
• Use appropriate tools and avoid hammering or forcing the part to prevent damage
• Reinstall retaining rings or additional hardware in the original order

A small replacement retainer clip that secures panels, trim pieces or small hoses to prevent movement and rattling. Replaces worn or broken clips to restore proper fit and reduce noise from loose parts. What it does

• Secures appliance trim, panels or lightweight components to the cabinet or chassis
• Prevents rattling, vibration noise and misaligned panels caused by a missing or damaged clip
• Holds wiring looms or small hoses in place on select appliance models
• Restores OEM fit where original clip has broken, bent or fallen off

• Disconnect power (and water, if applicable) before servicing the appliance
• Small part — a flat-head screwdriver or needle-nose pliers may be helpful for removal/installation
• Handle sharp edges on panels and wear gloves and eye protection as needed

This adjusting nut threads onto an eyebolt to set and lock an adjustment point. It helps maintain proper tension or alignment in the mechanism so the appliance operates smoothly without the setting drifting over time. What it does:

• Threads onto an eyebolt to fine-tune and secure an adjustment
• Helps prevent vibration from loosening the setting
• Replaces a stripped, rounded, or missing nut so adjustments hold
• Visual cues for replacement include damaged threads or worn hex flats

• 1 adjusting nut

• Disconnect power; turn off water or gas supply if applicable
• Components attached to eyebolts may be under spring or mechanical tension—support and relieve tension before removal
• Mark or measure the original setting to match during reassembly
• Start by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten securely without over-torquing

Size: 8-32 x 1/2 inch.

A replacement nut and bolt fastener used to secure appliance components and restore proper connection. Helps stop rattling and keeps panels, brackets, or assemblies held firmly in place. What it does

• Secures panels, brackets, or small assemblies to prevent movement and vibration.
• Restores a loose or missing fastener that can cause rattling or misalignment.
• Provides a direct-fit replacement when the original nut or bolt is stripped, worn, or lost.

• Turn off power and unplug the appliance before servicing electrical units.
• Use appropriate hand tools and matched-size sockets/wrenches to avoid rounding heads.
• Replace with the correct torque per manufacturer guidance; do not overtighten.
• If other fasteners are corroded or damaged, inspect and replace as needed.

This replacement bolt is a direct-fit fastener used to secure appliance components. It restores proper fastening to reduce movement and noise while keeping parts aligned for safe operation. What it does

• Secures panels, brackets, or assemblies to prevent loosening and rattling
• Restores proper alignment of mounted components after repair or maintenance
• Helps maintain safe operation by keeping parts firmly attached
• Common symptom: loose or missing bolt causing vibration or parts shifting

• One replacement bolt

• Disconnect power before servicing the appliance to avoid electrical shock
• Use the correct socket or wrench size to avoid stripping the head
• Tighten securely but avoid overtightening to prevent thread damage
• If corrosion or damaged threads are present, replace the mating fastener or insert as needed

This replacement seal creates a tight barrier between mating parts in your appliance. It helps contain water or air where designed, preventing leaks and restoring proper performance when the original seal becomes cracked, flattened, or brittle with age. What it does:

• Forms a secure seal between components to prevent water or air from escaping
• Helps stop drips, seeping, and moisture around the connection point
• Restores proper operation when a hardened or deformed seal no longer seats correctly
• Visual clues include cracking, flattening, cuts, or missing sections

• One seal

• Disconnect power and shut off water supply before servicing
• Note the seal's orientation; clean and dry all mating surfaces before installation
• If specified by the service manual, apply a light, compatible lubricant to aid seating
• Press the seal evenly into place, reassemble, and test for proper sealing before finalizing

Size: 6 foot long. Washers not included. This is one hose, for a set with washers order 285363. For inlet hose screen use 285452A and for inlet hose washers use 285448A

This hose coupling connects a flexible appliance hose to the appliance plumbing, restoring a secure water connection and preventing leaks. Ideal when a worn or damaged coupling causes drips or loose hose fit. What it does:

• Provides a secure connection point between an appliance hose and the appliance inlet
• Replaces cracked, broken or corroded couplings that can leak or allow the hose to detach
• Restores proper hose sealing to reduce water drips at the connection
• Compatible with the original inlet connection type and mounting orientation

• Turn off and disconnect appliance power and shut off the water supply before replacing
• Remove the old coupling and clean the mating surfaces; inspect hose and clamps for wear
• Use proper clamps and hand-tighten; avoid over-tightening which can damage fittings

This is a replacement machine screw sized 8-18 x 3/8 that secures panels and components on compatible appliances. It restores proper fastening where a worn, stripped, or missing screw causes loose parts or rattling. What it does

• Fastens control panels, trim pieces, or brackets to the appliance chassis
• Replaces stripped, corroded, or missing screws that cause loose panels or vibrating noise
• Provides correct thread engagement for a secure hold in tapped holes
• Small hardware solution often used during door, console, or interior repairs

• One 8-18 x 3/8 machine screw (quantity: 1)

• Use the correct screw size and thread; do not force a different-size fastener into tapped holes
• Hand-start the screw to avoid cross-threading, then tighten with the appropriate screwdriver
• Disconnect power before accessing internal components or panels on electrical appliances
• If metal threads are damaged, repair with a helicoil or replace the damaged component rather than over-torquing

A replacement nut-lock used to secure fasteners and keep panels or components from backing off due to vibration. Simple, durable hardware that restores a secure connection and reduces rattling or loose parts. What it does:

• Secures a mating bolt or stud to prevent loosening from vibration or movement
• Restores a solid attachment for panels, brackets, or assemblies that may come loose
• Helps eliminate symptoms such as rattling, vibrating, or intermittent panel movement
• Suitable where a locking fastener is required to maintain a reliable connection

• Disconnect power and follow appliance safety procedures before starting work
• Locate the matching stud or bolt and remove the old fastener if present
• Use the correct-size wrench or socket and tighten until the nut-lock seats; avoid over-tightening
• Inspect threads and mating hardware for damage; replace damaged components

This pump belt transfers motor power to the washer drain pump so the machine can remove water reliably. It's a direct-replacement belt designed to restore proper pump operation when the old belt is worn or damaged. What it does:

• Drives the washer drain pump so water is removed during the drain/spin cycle
• Replaces a stretched, glazed, or broken belt that causes slow or no draining
• Helps stop belt-related squealing, slipping, or unusual pump noises
• Restores normal pump engagement when the belt is the source of failure

• One pump belt

• Disconnect power before servicing to avoid shock or injury
• Basic hand tools are typically required; access usually involves removing the washer cabinet or access panel
• Inspect pulleys and pump for wear when replacing the belt; replace damaged components as needed

This is a replacement drive belt designed to restore reliable belt-driven operation in compatible appliances. It replaces worn or damaged belts to help the appliance tumble or agitate as intended. What it does:

• Transfers motor power to the appliance's drum or agitator so the unit can tumble or wash
• Stops slipping or squealing caused by a stretched or glazed belt
• Helps restore normal drum/agitator rotation when a broken belt prevents movement
• Reduces wobble or intermittent operation related to a failing belt

• Disconnect power to the appliance before beginning any service
• Follow the appliance service manual for routing, tensioning, and idler placement
• Inspect pulleys and idler/tensioner for wear; replace if damaged to protect the new belt
• Use proper tools and safety gear