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This clip kit secures small panels, wiring harnesses, or trim on compatible Whirlpool appliances to prevent rattling and keep components in their intended position. It restores proper fit and helps reduce noise from loose parts. What it does:

• Holds wiring harnesses and cables in place to prevent chafing or contact with moving parts
• Secures panels, trim, or hoses so assemblies stay aligned and quiet
• Reduces rattling, buzzing, or vibration caused by loose components
• Keeps parts positioned during normal use and transport

• Disconnect power (unplug or shut off breaker) before starting any repair
• Use basic hand tools; avoid forcing clips into place to prevent breakage
• Replace any damaged clips with the exact kit to ensure proper fit
• Re-check that fastened parts are secure and that there are no pinched wires before restoring power

This rubber grommet provides a tidy, protective seal where hoses, wires, or shafts pass through the appliance cabinet—helping prevent chafing, reduce vibration noise, and maintain proper sealing around openings. What it does:

• Cushions and protects wiring or hoses from rubbing against metal edges
• Helps maintain a seal to reduce water or air bypass where fitted
• Dampens vibration and reduces related noise at the penetration point
• Keeps openings finished and helps prevent further component wear

• Disconnect power (and water for washers) before starting any repair
• Inspect the mounting area for sharp edges or damage; replace if surrounding parts are compromised
• Push the grommet into the opening and seat evenly; do not stretch excessively

This bottom air diffuser directs airflow from the blower to the oven cavity for even temperature distribution and consistent cooking results. It replaces a damaged or cracked diffuser to restore proper air flow and oven performance. What it does:

• Channels heated air from the blower into the oven cavity for more uniform cooking
• Helps maintain consistent oven temperatures and even browning
• Can reduce hot spots caused by cracked, warped, or missing diffusers
• Fits into the oven base and works with the existing blower assembly

• One bottom air diffuser

• Remove power to the appliance before servicing to avoid shock or injury
• Access usually requires removing the oven bottom or lower panel
• Handle carefully to avoid damaging mounting tabs; replace any broken fasteners

This spring-style tube clamp secures flexible tubing to fittings, helping prevent leaks and maintain proper flow. It's a simple replacement that restores a firm seal on water or drain lines. What it does:

• Keeps flexible tubing firmly clamped to barbed or nipple fittings
• Helps stop or reduce leaks from loose or corroded connections
• Prevents tubing from slipping off under pressure or vibration
• Useful where a compact, spring-action clamp is required

• Disconnect power and shut off water to the appliance before replacing parts
• Use pliers to expand the clamp, position it over the tube/fitting, then release to secure
• Inspect connected tubing and fittings for damage; replace if cracked or severely corroded

This mounting bracket secures internal components in place to keep your appliance stable and operating quietly. It replaces a worn, bent, or broken bracket to restore proper alignment and prevent loose or rattling parts. What it does:

• Provides a stable mounting point for panels, assemblies, or hardware
• Keeps connected components aligned to prevent rubbing or vibration
• Stops noises caused by loose or shifting internal parts
• Restores proper fit when an old bracket is bent, cracked, or missing

• Install with appliance unplugged or power disconnected to avoid shock
• Verify bracket orientation using the appliance's service diagram before fastening
• Use appropriate screws/fasteners and torque to avoid stripping or distortion

Color: White. Size: 13 oz. Spray paint primer. can.

This is a genuine replacement mounting screw used to secure appliance components and panels. It restores proper fit and prevents movement that can cause noise or misalignment. What it does:

• Fastens panels, brackets, and small components in place
• Helps stop rattling or vibration caused by loose hardware
• Restores secure attachment after stripped or missing fasteners
• Matches OEM thread and head style for correct fit

• Use the correct driver to avoid stripping the head
• Tighten until snug; do not overtighten to prevent damage
• Disconnect power to the appliance before accessing internal components
• Replace matching screws in the area for consistent fit

This door shelf trim restores the finished edge and support for a refrigerator door shelf, keeping items secure and improving appearance. It replaces a cracked, loose, or missing trim to help shelves seat correctly and look factory-original. What it does

• Provides the finished edge and mounting contact for a refrigerator door shelf to help keep items from shifting.
• Replaces cracked, warped, or broken trim that can snag or allow shelf movement.
• Restores a flush, factory appearance to the door interior.
• Helps the shelf clip or seat properly into the door frame (symptom: shelf won't stay in place).

• One door shelf trim piece as shown.

• High-level DIY: usually snaps or clips into the door shelf channel; remove the shelf to access trim.
• Use caution to avoid scratching the door interior; wear gloves if needed to prevent cuts on broken plastic.
• Replace only with part number shown to ensure correct fit.
• If trim is secured with screws or fasteners, keep track of hardware and tighten to manufacturer torque recommendations.

This replacement valve tube-body helps route water within the appliance's valve assembly so the dispenser and ice maker get water when called. Restores proper water flow paths and replaces a worn or damaged tube-body. What it does:

• Directs water from the main valve to the dispenser and/or ice maker in the valve assembly
• Replaces cracked, corroded, or blocked tube passages that can cause reduced flow
• Commonly used when water leaks or irregular dispensing occur near the valve area
• Works as part of the valve manifold to maintain correct internal water routing

• One valve tube-body component

• Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Handle small fittings and seals carefully; inspect and replace O-rings or gaskets if damaged
• Some disassembly of panels or the valve assembly is required; wiring/piping diagrams
• After installation, restore water and power and check thoroughly for leaks and proper function

Color: Bisque

This refrigerator compressor circulates refrigerant to cool the appliance and restore proper temperatures. Replaces a failed compressor to help the refrigerator maintain set temperatures when the cooling system is compromised. What it does:

• Pumps refrigerant through the sealed cooling system to enable heat exchange and cooling.
• Runs the refrigeration cycle so the refrigerator and freezer can reach and hold target temperatures.
• Common symptom linkage: fridge not cooling, compressor humming or not running, or frequent cycling.
• Can cause system pressure issues if damaged or leaking.

• One compressor (single sealed unit)

• Power should be disconnected before beginning work and the refrigerant must be recovered per regulations.
• System evacuation, leak testing, and proper recharge with the correct refrigerant are necessary after replacement.
• May require replacement of mounting hardware, start device, or filter-drier—verify system condition during service.

Color: White.

This door shelf trim replaces the plastic front edge that secures items on a refrigerator door shelf, restoring a clean appearance and proper shelf retention. Fits snap-on style shelves to keep items from sliding forward. What it does:

• Replaces cracked, chipped or missing front trim on a refrigerator door shelf
• Holds stored items in place and helps maintain shelf alignment
• Restores a finished look to the door interior
• Helps prevent small items from sliding off the shelf

• Typically snaps onto the front edge of a removable door shelf; shelf removal may be required for access
• No special tools usually required; use a soft tool to avoid scratching surrounding surfaces
• Keep parts and fasteners away from children; dispose of broken plastic pieces safely

This is a replacement 1/4-20 threaded screw used to secure appliance components and panels. It restores proper fastening where a matching screw is missing, loose, or stripped and helps stop rattling or misalignment. What it does:

• Secures panels, brackets, and assemblies to maintain proper alignment and reduce vibration
• Replaces missing or damaged fasteners that cause loose or rattling parts
• Works wherever a 1/4-20 threaded screw is specified by the manufacturer
• Simple mechanical fastener—no electrical or calibration changes required

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid injury
• Use the matching driver and thread engagement; do not overtighten to prevent stripping
• Verify screw length and head type match the original before installing
• If threads are damaged, repair or replace the mating component rather than forcing the screw

This OEM grease is a purpose-made appliance lubricant that reduces friction and protects moving parts for smoother operation and longer component life. Use where specified by the manufacturer for bearings, slides, or motor shafts. What it does:

• Lubricates gears, bearings, rollers and shafts to reduce wear and noise
• Helps prevent binding, seizing, and grinding on moving components
• Protects metal parts from corrosion where grease is specified
• Keeps parts moving smoothly under normal operating temperatures

• Disconnect power before servicing any appliance; follow manufacturer service instructions
• Apply sparingly to clean, dry surfaces; avoid over-greasing which can attract debris
• Wear gloves and wipe excess grease from surrounding areas to prevent staining

This small metal mounting clip secures the thermal fuse in place to maintain proper thermal contact and stable wiring. It helps keep the fuse positioned so the appliance can monitor temperature reliably and operate safely. What it does:

• Secures the thermal fuse to the appliance housing or duct to prevent movement
• Keeps the fuse in correct contact with temperature-sensing surfaces
• Helps prevent intermittent heating or thermal-sensor misreads caused by a loose fuse
• Useful when replacing a damaged or missing fuse retainer during fuse service

• One thermal fuse mounting clip

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing to avoid shock or injury
• Remove access panels per your model's service instructions to reach the fuse location
• Install clip in the same orientation as the original; use pliers if needed to seat it firmly
• Inspect the thermal fuse and wiring while installing; replace any damaged components per OEM guidance