Parts for Maytag MGD8000AG0: 01 - Top And Console Parts

This top panel is the upper cover of your dryer's cabinet. Replace a dented, rusted, or warped panel to restore a secure, flush fit and the clean, finished look of your machine.

• Forms the dryer's upper cabinet surface and covers internal components
• Provides proper mounting/alignment for the control console and top hardware
• Helps maintain cabinet rigidity and a solid, secure fit
• Common signs it's needed: visible dents/bends or rust, top won't sit flush or stay secured, gaps or misalignment near the console

• Disconnect power; shut off gas supply for gas models
• Wear cut-resistant gloves—cabinet edges can be sharp
• Remove fasteners securing the top, lift off, and transfer any clips/insulation from the original panel
• Align the new panel and tighten fasteners evenly to ensure a flush, secure fit

This control knob attaches to the appliance's control shaft so you can select settings with a solid, positive feel. Replace a cracked, stripped, or missing knob to restore smooth operation and a clean, finished look.

• Attaches to a switch or valve shaft to select temperatures, burner levels, or cycles
• Transfers your hand turn to the control shaft for accurate setting changes
• Common symptoms: cracked hub, spins without engaging, wobbly/loose, falls off, or missing
• Helps maintain a uniform appearance across the control panel

• Disconnect power (and shut off gas, if applicable) before servicing
• Pull the old knob straight off the shaft; avoid prying against the control panel
• Align the insert with the shaft's flats or splines and press straight on until fully seated
• Match position- and finish-specific knobs to the original on models that use different knobs per location

This 8-18 x 5/8-inch screw secures appliance panels, brackets, and covers. Replacing a missing or stripped fastener restores a tight fit and helps prevent vibration or loosening where this exact size is specified.

• Fastens sheet-metal or plastic components where a #8-18 x 5/8 screw is called for
• Helps maintain alignment and reduce rattling or vibration
• Replaces stripped, corroded, or missing screws of the same size
• Common symptoms: loose panels, gaps/poor fit, rattling noises, or visible missing hardware

• Disconnect power and shut off gas/water (as applicable) before service
• Match thread and length to the original; replace screws one at a time to keep parts aligned
• Start threads by hand to avoid cross-threading; tighten snugly without overtightening
• If the receiving threads are damaged, additional repair (clip, insert, or new nut) may be needed