Whirlpool Lte5243bwo Parts

This agitator drive shaft sits inside the washer's gearcase and transfers motion to the agitator. Replacing a worn or stripped shaft restores firm engagement and reliable wash action while helping reduce slip and grinding during agitation.

• Transfers oscillating motion from the transmission to the agitator
• Provides the splined interface that engages the agitator/coupler
• Common symptoms include no agitation, intermittent/slipping agitation, or grinding/clicking from the gearcase
• Visible wear, rounded splines, or a bent shaft can lead to a loose or non-moving agitator

• Disconnect power and water; use proper PPE
• Requires removing the cabinet and gearcase; drain and reseal the gearcase per service procedures
• Keep gears, spacers, and clips in order; reassemble in the original orientation
• Inspect mating parts (agitator coupler/splines, drive block, seals) and replace if worn

Used for lid switch.

This rear foot assembly supports the back of the appliance and helps keep it level. Replacing a worn or missing foot restores stability, reduces vibration, and helps prevent the unit from rocking or "walking."

• Supports the rear of the cabinet and maintains proper height
• Provides a stable contact point with the floor for accurate leveling
• Helps reduce vibration, rattling, and movement during operation
• Common signs of failure: rocking/wobbling, excessive vibration, noise from the base, or a visibly worn/missing foot

• Disconnect power before servicing; if applicable, shut off water supply
• Protect the floor and carefully tilt or lay the appliance back with assistance
• Remove the old rear foot and install the new assembly per your model's instructions
• Set the unit back in place, level it, and verify stability

This heat-resistant fiberglass oven door gasket seals the oven cavity perimeter, helping keep heat inside for consistent temperatures and efficient cooking. Replace a worn, frayed, or flattened seal to restore proper door sealing performance. What it does

• Forms a heat-resistant seal around the oven opening to minimize heat loss
• Helps maintain set temperature and overall cooking performance
• Can help address long preheat times, uneven baking, and hot air leaking around the door
• Replace if the gasket is frayed, brittle, compressed, or falling out of its channel

• Includes: 1 fiberglass door gasket

• Disconnect power and allow the oven to cool completely before service
• Remove the old gasket from its mounting slots or clips; clean the channel of debris
• Install the new gasket without stretching; seat it evenly around the perimeter with ends routed as originally positioned
• Close the door and check for uniform contact all around; adjust seating if needed

This centerpost bearing supports the washer's spin basket on the stationary center post, providing a low-friction surface for smooth, quiet rotation. Replacing a worn bearing helps restore proper spin performance and reduce noise and vibration.

• Supports and centers the spin basket on the tub centerpost/drive shaft
• Provides a low-friction bearing surface to reduce wear and noise
• Helps maintain basket alignment and stability during spin
• When worn, may cause grinding or squealing in spin, excessive vibration or wobble, and poor/slow spin

• Disconnect power and water supply before servicing; use proper PPE
• Access typically requires removing the agitator, inner basket, and related drive components
• Clean mating surfaces; inspect the centerpost/spin tube and tub seal and replace any worn seals per service guidance
• Seat the bearing fully and verify smooth basket rotation before reassembly

This agitator base is the lower section of the washer's agitator. It couples to the drive shaft to move clothes through water and detergent, restoring proper turnover and wash action when the original base is worn, cracked, or stripped.

• Provides the oscillating motion that circulates laundry and detergent for even cleaning
• Maintains proper connection and alignment with the drive shaft
• Helps reduce tangling by rolling clothes over during the wash
• Typical symptoms include no or weak agitation, clothes not circulating, or a wobbling agitator

• Disconnect power to the washer before servicing
• Remove the fabric softener dispenser and agitator cap; remove the center agitator bolt and lift the agitator off the shaft
• Separate the old lower base from the upper section; install the new base, aligning splines, and seat fully
• Reinstall the bolt, cap, and dispenser; run a quick test cycle to ensure proper agitation

This anti-rattle clip adds light spring tension to keep a small component snug and quiet during operation. Replacing a bent or missing clip helps reduce vibration noise and maintains a secure fit of the attached part.

• Applies tension to prevent rattling and buzzing during use
• Helps keep the mounted piece properly seated and aligned
• Common symptoms of failure: audible rattle, loose/wobbly component, missing or deformed clip
• Simple, drop-in replacement where the original clip is used

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Note the original clip's orientation; transfer the new clip the same way
• Use needle-nose pliers for placement; avoid over-bending the clip
• The component is secure and clears adjacent parts before reassembly

The Water Inlet Hose directs household water from the inlet valve into the appliance's internal water path, supporting proper fill operation. Replacing a worn or cracked hose helps prevent leaks and protects nearby components. What it does:

• Routes water from the inlet valve to the internal fill channel
• Helps maintain a watertight connection under normal water pressure
• Common symptoms: water on the floor during fill, dripping at the rear/base, slow or incomplete fills, visible cracking or bulging on the hose
• Helps resolve fill-related error codes caused by leaks or air intrusion

• 1 water inlet hose

• Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Keep towels or a shallow pan handy to catch residual water
• Transfer and secure existing clamps/fittings; ensure the hose is fully seated and clamps are snug
• Restore water and power, then run a test fill to check for leaks

This water inlet hose routes water from the inlet valve to the appliance's fill path, keeping delivery controlled and leak-free. Replace a brittle, cracked, or clogged hose to stop leaks and restore reliable filling performance.

• Directs water from the inlet valve to the internal fill system
• Maintains a sealed, kink-resistant path to prevent leaks
• Helps the appliance achieve proper water flow/level during operation
• Common symptoms of a failed hose: visible cracks/bulges, leaking, dampness beneath unit, slow or no fill, fill-related error codes

• Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing
• Place towels or a shallow pan to catch residual water
• Note routing and clamp positions; transfer existing clamps/fittings as designed for your model
• Restore water slowly and check all connections under pressure; run a test fill to verify no leaks

This replacement screw secures appliance panels and components. Use this OEM fastener to swap out stripped, corroded, or missing hardware so assemblies stay tight, aligned, and quiet for reliable day-to-day operation.

• Provides secure attachment for panels, brackets, and internal assemblies
• Direct replacement for stripped, corroded, or lost screws
• Can help with symptoms like vibration, rattling, or loose/misaligned parts
• Supports proper fit to reduce gaps or unwanted movement

• Disconnect power; for gas or water appliances, shut off the supply before service
• Note hardware order and retain any spacers or clips from the original setup
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• Repair or replace the mating part before installation

Size: 1-1/16 x 5/8 inch. Used for fill hose. For a 4 pack order 285448A

This cap fits over the siphon break fitting in a drain system, helping contain splashes and seal the opening so the break can work as intended. Replace a cracked, loose, or missing cap to stop leaks and maintain proper drainage.

• Covers and seals the siphon break body/fitting
• Helps prevent water leakage or spray at the break during drain
• Supports proper anti-siphon/backflow operation of the drain path
• Typical signs include leaking at the break, a cap that won't stay on, or visible cracks

• Disconnect power; shut off water if working near hoses
• Access the siphon break and remove the old/damaged cap
• Clean the mating area; install the new cap and hand-tighten—do not overtighten
• Run a short fill/drain and check for leaks

Restore smooth, accurate cycle selection with this replacement timer knob for your dryer. When the original knob is cracked, stripped, or missing, this part lets you reliably set the timer and choose drying programs again. What it does:

• Attaches to the timer shaft so you can set drying cycles and time
• Replaces knobs that are cracked, stripped, loose, or missing
• Helps resolve issues like the knob spinning freely or not turning the timer
• Provides a clean, factory look in white

• 1 white timer knob

• Disconnect power to the dryer before servicing
• Pull the old knob straight off the timer shaft; use steady, even pressure if tight
• Align the new knob with the keyed shaft and press firmly until fully seated
• The pointer aligns with the control panel cycle markings before use

This screw grommet anchors a screw in thin appliance panels so trim, covers, or consoles stay tight. It provides a snug, vibration-damping fit where a standard screw could loosen or strip over time.

• Creates a captive insert so a screw can securely fasten to sheet metal or plastic panels
• Replaces a worn, cracked, or missing grommet to restore proper screw retention
• Helps reduce panel rattles and movement from vibration
• Typical signs of failure: screw won't tighten, panel or trim feels loose, grommet falls out

• Disconnect power and shut off gas/water as applicable before servicing
• Remove the screw and lift out the old grommet; clear debris from the opening
• Press the new grommet straight into the hole until fully seated and flush
• Reinstall the screw and tighten gently to avoid deforming the grommet

Size: 10-16 x 5/8 inch.

This front foot assembly is the adjustable leveling leg located at the front of the appliance. It supports and stabilizes the cabinet so it sits square and level, helping prevent rocking, vibration, and poor door alignment.

• Provides front support and height adjustment to level the unit
• Helps reduce rocking, vibration, and rattling during operation
• Replaces a worn, broken, missing, or stripped front foot
• Helps ensure doors or drawers align and close properly when leveled

• Disconnect power and, if applicable, shut off water/gas before servicing
• Protect flooring; carefully tip or brace the appliance to access the front foot
• Unthread the old foot; thread in the new foot and adjust until level side-to-side and front-to-back
• Verify stability, then restore utilities and recheck for level