Mtb 2156Deq Parts

This replacement screw secures panels, brackets, or trim on compatible Whirlpool appliances to restore proper fit and reduce rattles and movement. Use it when a fastener is missing, loose, or stripped. What it does:

• Secures appliance panels, trim pieces, brackets, or small components in place
• Restores proper fit to eliminate rattling, gaps, or shifting parts
• Replaces missing, worn, or damaged screws that compromise mounting
• Matches OEM form and function when the correct screw is specified for the repair

• Turn off power to the appliance before working near controls, heating elements, or wiring
• Use the correct screwdriver or bit to avoid stripping the head; do not overtighten
• Keep removed screws in a container to ensure none are lost during reassembly

The Nut is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool refrigerators. This small yet essential component is used to secure various parts of the refrigerator, such as shelves, panels, or brackets, ensuring stability and proper alignment. Its durable design ensures reliable performance in the demanding environment of a refrigerator.

Causes of a bad or missing Nut can include wear over time, accidental stripping of threads, or loss during maintenance or repairs. A damaged or missing nut can lead to loose components and reduced functionality.

Symptoms of a bad or missing Nut include:

• Loose or wobbly shelves, brackets, or panels
• Difficulty keeping refrigerator components securely in place
• Rattling or unusual noises during operation

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

This replacement screw secures panels, brackets, and other components in your appliance so they stay tight and properly aligned. Use it to replace missing, stripped, or rusted hardware and eliminate looseness, rattles, or gaps.

• Fastens parts to the cabinet/frame to maintain structural integrity
• Helps keep panels and assemblies aligned to reduce vibration and noise
• Replaces missing, damaged, or corroded screws during service
• Common fix for loose panels or components that no longer hold securely

• Disconnect power and shut off water or gas before servicing
• Match length and thread to the original screw for proper fit
• Hand-start threads to avoid cross-threading; tighten only until snug—do not overtighten
• Tighten them evenly to ensure proper alignment

Screw: 8-16 x 3/8 inch.

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

This thermostat retainer clip secures the defrost thermostat to the evaporator tubing in your refrigerator or freezer, maintaining firm contact for accurate temperature sensing and dependable defrost operation.

• Holds the thermostat firmly against the evaporator line for proper temperature feedback
• Helps prevent a loose or dangling thermostat that contribute to frost buildup and poor defrost performance
• Restores correct mounting when the original clip is cracked, bent, or missing
• Common signs include a broken clip or a thermostat not attached to the coil

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing; wear cut-resistant gloves
• Access the evaporator compartment; remove accumulated frost/ice as needed without prying on coil fins
• Position the thermostat body flat against the tubing and snap the retainer over it, avoiding pinched wires or damaged fins
• Confirm a secure fit and proper wire routing before reassembling and restoring power

Specs: No.8X1/2 HEX WASHER HEAD

The door stop shim positions the stop flush and fine-tunes the door's opening limit. Replacing a worn or missing shim helps restore smooth door operation and protects nearby surfaces from over-travel or rubbing.

• Provides correct spacing behind the door stop for proper alignment
• Helps limit the door swing to the intended stop position
• Can reduce wobble, play, or clicking at the stop point
• Replaces cracked, deformed, or missing shim components

• Disconnect power and support the door as needed to prevent strain
• Remove the door stop fastener(s) and note the original shim orientation
• Place the new shim behind the stop; reinstall hardware and tighten without overtightening
• Open and close the door to confirm stop angle and clearances

This plain flat washer helps secure fasteners and evenly distribute load under nuts or bolts to prevent damage and loosening. A simple replacement when a washer is missing, rusted, or worn. What it does:

• Provides a smooth bearing surface between fastener and component to reduce wear
• Helps distribute clamping force to prevent stress on parts
• Reduces loosening from vibration when used with the correct fastener
• Common service part for assemblies where a thin metal spacer is needed

• Disconnect power and water to the appliance before beginning any repair
• Inspect the mating fastener and seating surface; replace any damaged hardware
• Slide the washer onto the bolt or stud with the flat faces against the mating surfaces; tighten fastener to secure but avoid overtightening

This silicone lubricant is used during appliance service to condition rubber seals and O-rings, especially in dishwashers. It eases installation and helps new seals seat properly for a reliable, leak-resistant connection on pumps, valves, and hose fittings.

• Lubricates rubber seals, O-rings, and gaskets to prevent rolling, tearing, or binding during assembly
• Helps seals seat correctly to support leak-resistant joints
• Aids insertion of hoses, plastic fittings, and pump components
• Helpful when reassembling sump, diverter, inlet, and drain connections
• Common signs it may be needed: difficulty installing seals, seals that dislodge, or seepage after a seal replacement

• Disconnect power and water before servicing the appliance
• Clean and inspect mating surfaces; replace any cracked, flattened, or cut seals
• Apply a light, even film to the rubber part only; avoid over-application
• Wipe away excess; do not use lubricant to compensate for damaged seals—replace them

This refrigerator compressor start device provides the initial boost the compressor needs to start, then disengages. Replacing a failed start device helps restore reliable compressor startup and steady cooling performance.

• Supplies momentary power to the compressor's start winding to get the motor running
• Disengages after startup so the compressor can run normally
• Typical failure symptoms: refrigerator warm or not cooling, compressor won't start, rapid clicking from the compressor area, or intermittent cooling
• Located on the side of the compressor at the back of the appliance

• Unplug the refrigerator and allow the compressor area to cool before servicing
• Access the compressor at the rear; note wire positions and the device orientation
• Pull the old device straight off the compressor pins; seat the new device fully and reconnect wires securely
• If your model uses a separate run capacitor, transfer and reconnect it exactly as originally configured

This replacement handle clip secures a cabinet or door handle to the appliance, restoring a firm fit and preventing a loose or sagging handle. Simple part that helps the handle stay aligned and usable. What it does:

• Secures the appliance handle to the door/frame so the handle stays fixed during normal use.
• Replaces a broken, cracked or missing clip that lets the handle wobble or detach.
• Stops symptoms like a loose, wobbly or slipping handle and restores proper handle alignment.
• Small plastic/metal retainer designed to snap into the handle or door bracket.

• Disconnect power or unplug the appliance before starting any repair to avoid injury.
• Remove the old clip by releasing the handle and prying the clip out with a flat screwdriver or needle-nose pliers.
• Press the new clip into the handle or bracket until it snaps into place; verify the handle is secure and aligned.

This small rubber grommet cushions and supports a fan motor, helping reduce vibration and noise while the appliance is running. It fits into the motor bracket to provide a snug, insulated mounting point.

• Isolates fan motor vibration to cut rattling or buzzing
• Helps keep the motor aligned in its bracket
• Can wear, crack, or compress over time, causing vibration or noise
• Replacing a deteriorated grommet restores smooth, quieter operation

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Access the fan assembly and support the motor to relieve strain
• Note grommet orientation; transfer any sleeves or hardware as found
• Seat the new grommet fully in the bracket before remounting the motor

This radiant defrost heater melts frost on the evaporator to restore proper airflow and cooling. Replacing a failed heater helps prevent frost buildup that can reduce cooling performance and cause extended run times. What it does:

• Heats the evaporator during defrost cycles to melt accumulated ice.
• Restores normal airflow and cooling by preventing excessive frost formation.
• Commonly used when frost builds on the evaporator, the freezer struggles to maintain temperature, or the defrost system fails.
• Works with the existing defrost thermostat and control to complete the defrost cycle.

• Disconnect power to the appliance before starting any repair to avoid shock or injury.
• Removing the evaporator cover may be required; follow the OEM service manual for your model.
• Inspect and test the defrost thermostat and wiring while replacing the heater.

This factory screw secures panels, brackets, and internal components in your appliance. Replacing a missing, stripped, or corroded fastener restores a snug fit, reduces vibration and noise, and helps keep assemblies aligned for reliable operation.

• Fastens components to maintain proper alignment and structural support
• Replaces a missing, damaged, or stripped screw
• Helps reduce rattling, vibration, or looseness
• Restores secure mounting of covers, trim, and assemblies

• Disconnect power; turn off gas or water supplies as applicable before servicing.
• Compare to the original to match length and thread.
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without over-torquing.
• Reinstall any brackets or trim in the original order and orientation.