Maytag Mdb8959sas1 Parts

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

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

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

Color: Stainless

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.

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 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

This inlet protector is the coarse screen that covers the dishwasher's pump/sump inlet, blocking large debris from entering the wash system. Replacing a damaged or missing protector helps maintain water flow and protect the pump from jams or wear.

• Screens large food particles and debris from the pump/chopper inlet
• Helps maintain proper water circulation and consistent cleaning performance
• Reduces risk of pump damage or noisy operation from debris
• Common signs: cracked or missing screen, persistent debris in the sump, grinding/rumbling noises, or declining wash results

• Disconnect power and shut off water supply before servicing
• Remove the lower rack and spray arm; access the sump/accumulator area per your model
• Lift out the old protector; seat the new protector fully and secure any tabs/fasteners
• Reassemble and ensure the screen sits flat with no gaps

Seal included. This sump housing assembly includes a 32.17 millimeter hole for the thermistor. If the hole for the thermistor is 31-31.5 millimeters you will need to order WP8534882.

This dishrack adjuster restores smooth height adjustment and support for your dishwasher's upper rack. Replacing a worn or broken adjuster helps keep the rack level, sliding easily, and provides proper clearance for tall items.

• Supports and positions the upper dishrack
• Provides rack height adjustment for loading flexibility
• Helps keep the rack level and stable during wash cycles
• Common symptoms: rack drops or sits crooked, won't raise/lower, binds on rails, or has cracked/broken plastic

• Disconnect power and water supply before servicing
• Pull out the upper rack and remove the rail end stops to access the adjuster
• Release the old adjuster and transfer any reusable hardware from the original as needed
• Reinstall the rack and verify smooth travel and positive height engagement

This replacement shield fits over the heater/probe area to provide a protective barrier. It helps prevent direct contact and excessive radiant heat exposure, protecting nearby components and supporting accurate temperature sensing for consistent operation. What it does:

• Shields the heating element and adjacent temperature probe/sensor area
• Helps prevent heat damage to nearby plastics, wiring, and components
• Reduces the chance of items contacting or striking the heater/probe
• Common signs it's needed: cracked, warped, or missing shield; discoloration; rattling or an exposed probe/heater area

• 1 shield

• Disconnect power and allow all heated parts to cool before servicing
• Access the heater/probe area and note the original shield orientation
• Seat the shield fully; secure with existing clips/fasteners if applicable
• Verify clearances around the heating element before restoring power

Bottle with brush. Color: Black. Size: 0.6 fl.oz.

This compression tube nut secures water inlet tubing to a threaded fitting to create a reliable, leak-resistant seal. Replace a cracked or stripped nut to stop drips at the connection and keep your appliance's water system working properly.

• Compresses the tubing against the fitting to seal the water line at the inlet valve, filter head, or other water-system connections
• Helps correct leaks at the water line connection point
• Replaces nuts that are cracked, cross-threaded, or deformed
• Common symptoms: water dripping at the connection, difficulty tightening the line, or a poor seal after reassembly

• Shut off the water supply and disconnect power before servicing.
• Slide the nut onto the tubing first, seat the tube fully on the fitting, then hand-tighten and snug with a wrench; do not overtighten.
• Inspect and reuse the existing sleeve/ferrule and tube insert if in good condition; replace if worn.
• Restore water and check for leaks at the connection.

The door balance mount is the side-frame bracket that supports the dishwasher's door counterbalance system. When worn or broken, it can let the door drop, slam, bind, or feel heavy. Replacing it restores smooth, controlled door movement. What it does

• Anchors the door springs and balance link/cable to counterbalance the door's weight
• Helps the door open and close smoothly without dropping or slamming
• Guides the balance link for consistent, quiet movement
• Common symptoms: door feels heavy or uneven, falls open, won't stay put, or makes grinding/squeaking noises; visible damage to the bracket or rollers

• One door balance mount (bracket)

• Disconnect power and shut off water before servicing
• Pull the dishwasher out slightly to access the side where the mount is installed
• Carefully relieve spring tension; note link/cable routing before removal
• Transfer the spring/link to the new mount, secure the bracket, and check door balance on both sides

Right Side. For left side use part number WPW10251050.

This inner door seal forms a moisture barrier between the dishwasher tub and the door assembly, helping keep wash water and steam contained. Replacing a worn seal can stop drips at the door and protect internal components.

• Seals the joint along the inner door to contain wash water and steam
• Helps prevent door-area leaks or drips during cycles
• Blocks moisture from entering the door cavity where electrical parts reside
• Common signs: water at the bottom/sides of the door, damp control area, visible wear/flattening or tears on the seal

• Disconnect power and turn off water supply before servicing
• Open the door and remove perimeter screws to separate inner/outer door panels
• Remove the old seal; clean the mounting surface and note seal orientation
• Press the new seal firmly into place, reassemble, and run a leak check