Maytag A500 Parts

This replacement screw is a direct-fit fastener used to secure appliance panels and components, restoring proper fit and reducing movement. Ideal when original screws are stripped, missing, or damaged. What it does:

• Secures panels, trim, brackets, and other serviceable components to prevent rattling or misalignment
• Matches original fastener form for correct fit and reliable function
• Helps restore proper clearance and component alignment after repair
• Safe, general-purpose replacement for common appliance fastening needs

• Turn off power and disconnect the appliance before accessing internal components
• Use the correct screwdriver or bit; avoid overtightening to prevent thread or part damage
• Keep hardware and small parts away from children and pets

This small clamping nut secures a mating clamp or bracket so the connected component stays firmly in place. Replacing a worn, stripped, or missing nut restores a solid hold and helps prevent looseness or leaks around the secured area.

• Secures a clamp or bracket to its mounting point
• Restores proper clamping force when the original nut is stripped or missing
• Common signs: loose clamp, rattling/vibration, clamp won't tighten, minor leaks where the clamp is used
• Durable hardware replacement to maintain stable, reliable assemblies

• Disconnect power and shut off water/gas to the appliance before service
• Note clamp/bracket orientation before removal for correct reassembly
• Start threads by hand to prevent cross-threading; then tighten with the appropriate tool
• Do not overtighten—snug just enough to securely clamp the component

This agitator spring maintains the spring tension inside the washer's agitator assembly so the wash action engages reliably. When fatigued or missing, the agitator can slip, feel loose, or make clicking/ratcheting noises during the cycle.

• Provides spring tension within the agitator assembly
• Helps keep agitator components properly engaged for consistent wash action
• Symptom: upper agitator/auger slips or fails to advance
• Symptom: weak or intermittent agitation
• Symptom: clicking/ratcheting noises or a loose-feeling agitator

• Disconnect power and turn off water before servicing
• Remove the agitator cap and bolt/retainer to access internal components
• Note the order and orientation of parts; seat the new spring correctly before reassembly
• Snug the agitator bolt and reinstall caps; run a test cycle to ensure proper agitation

This spring-timer knob replaces a worn, cracked or missing timer knob so you can set and adjust the appliance's mechanical timer reliably. Simple, direct replacement that restores the user control interface. What it does:

• Fits onto the appliance's mechanical timer shaft to allow setting and advancing the timer
• Restores a secure grip and pointer for accurate time selection
• Commonly used to fix loose, cracked, stripped, or missing timer knobs
• Helps resolve inability to turn or set the mechanical timer caused by a damaged knob

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair
• Pull the old knob straight off the timer shaft; align splines and press the new knob fully onto the shaft until seated
• If the knob is tight, use a proper knob puller or gentle, even leverage to avoid damaging the shaft

This idler pulley guides and maintains tension on the dryer drive belt to help the drum rotate smoothly. Replacing a worn pulley restores correct belt tracking and reduces noise from rubbing or slipping. What it does

• Guides the dryer drive belt and keeps proper belt tension
• Helps the drum turn smoothly during normal operation
• Commonly used when you hear squeaking, grinding, or belt slipping noises
• Prevents premature belt wear and misalignment

• One idler pulley

• Disconnect power before starting any repair; the appliance is de-energized
• Basic hand tools required; remove the front or access panel and drum as needed per your model's service instructions
• Inspect the belt and bearing surfaces; replace belt if damaged or glazed
• Do not lubricate the pulley unless the OEM specifically directs it; replace if bearing is noisy or seized

This bracket assembly secures a switch and thermal fuse used to control power and protect the appliance from overheating. It replaces a worn or failed mounting assembly to restore proper electrical safety and switch function. What it does:

• Holds the switch and thermal fuse in the correct position for reliable operation
• Allows the switch to detect door/cover position or user inputs (safe, common symptom: appliance won't start or respond)
• Provides thermal-fuse protection when overheating or overcurrent interrupts normal operation (safe symptom: appliance stops mid-cycle)
• Restores secure electrical connections when the original bracket is cracked or terminals are loose

• Always disconnect power (unplug or shut off breaker) before starting work
• Basic hand tools required; follow the appliance's service manual for exact steps
• Inspect wiring and connectors for heat damage; replace if compromised

Spesc: #12 pozi - drive

This Torx-head screw set replaces worn, stripped or missing Torx fasteners used throughout the appliance to keep panels and components securely fastened. Restoring proper fasteners reduces vibration and prevents loose parts. What it does:

• Secures control panels, trim pieces or internal components that use Torx-head screws
• Replaces damaged or corroded Torx screws that can cause rattling or misalignment
• Helps restore proper fit and finish after repairs or disassembly
• Uses a Torx drive for a more secure torque transfer than standard Phillips heads

• Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before starting any repair
• Use the correct-size Torx driver to avoid stripping the screw head
• Tighten screws snugly but avoid over-torquing to prevent thread or part damage
• Keep removed screws organized and compare to the new set before installation

This hex-head screw secures the bearing insert in place, maintaining correct alignment and stable operation. Replacing a damaged or missing screw restores secure bearing retention and reduces noise or wobble. What it does:

• Holds the bearing insert assembly firmly to prevent movement and misalignment
• Helps stop excessive vibration, noise, or drum wobble caused by a loose bearing insert
• Maintains correct spacing so the bearing and shaft rotate smoothly
• Replaces stripped, rusted, or missing fastening hardware for reliable operation

• Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before beginning any repair
• Use the proper hex driver and size to avoid stripping the head
• Tighten securely but do not overtighten; overtightening can deform the insert or housing
• Inspect the bearing insert and surrounding parts; replace any damaged components for a lasting repair

A shallow lint filter that captures fibers and debris during the wash cycle to help keep clothes cleaner and reduce lint buildup in the tub. Installs in the washer's lint housing and provides a simple replaceable solution for lint collection. What it does:

• Screens out lint, pet hair and loose fibers from wash water
• Helps prevent lint redeposit on clothes and in the tub
• Reduces the chance of lint clogging drain paths or pump inlets
• Improves wash results when lint buildup is causing visible debris on laundry

• One shallow lint filter

• Disconnect power to the washer before servicing
• Remove the old filter and slide or snap the replacement into the lint housing per the washer's service diagram
• Ensure the filter is fully seated and any retaining clips are engaged before returning power

This electrical terminal connects a wire to a matching male/female connector on the appliance, restoring a secure circuit connection and helping prevent intermittent power or signal loss. Use when a damaged or corroded terminal causes poor contact. What it does:

• Provides a secure electrical connection between a wire and the appliance wiring harness or component
• Replaces bent, corroded, or loose terminals that can cause intermittent operation or no power to a component
• Restores reliable contact to prevent arcing and heat buildup at the connection
• Works with compatible wire gauges and mating connectors to maintain circuit continuity

• Disconnect power to the appliance before inspecting or replacing terminals to avoid shock or injury
• Verify wire routing and match the terminal orientation before crimping or installing
• Use proper crimping or soldering techniques and the correct-size terminal for the wire gauge
• Inspect mating connectors and replace any that are damaged or corroded for a long-lasting repair