A LOOSE OR MISSING PANEL/COMPONENT SCREW
Whirlpool Refrigerator Screw, 8-18 x 1/2 WP489463, Fixes A loose or missing panel/component screw
Genuine Whirlpool OEM hex-washer-head sheet-metal screw, size 8-18 x 1/2 inch, used to secure appliance components and panels.
Part WP489463Whirlpool
Guaranteed to Fit — or your money back.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Is This the Right Part?
Part NumberWP489463
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Part TypeScrew, 8-18 x 1/2
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberWP489463
Common Symptoms
- Loose appliance panel or component caused by a missing or damaged screw.
- Panel or internal assembly movement caused by a missing fastener.
Check Before Replacing
- Inspect the appliance for a missing, loose, or damaged screw at the panel or component location.
- Compare the screw’s size and thread specification with the required 8-18 x 1/2-inch part before installation.
Pro Tip
Verify the appliance model before ordering because this screw is used across multiple Whirlpool-family appliance types.
Part Details
Part NumberWP489463
Part TypeScrew, 8-18 x 1/2
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRefrigerator
Primary FunctionFastens appliance components and panels.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before servicing the appliance.
- Use the replacement only where the appliance parts diagram specifies WP489463 or its documented predecessor number.
- Do not substitute a different screw size or thread specification without direct model-specific documentation.
Verified Compatible Models
Fitment reminder: Verified compatibility is maintained by the XPart Model Hub Network. Match the complete appliance model number before ordering.
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