A COMPONENT IS LOOSE OR MISSING ITS RETAINING SCREW
Whirlpool Refrigerator; washer Screw Stainless WP8281163, Fixes A component is loose or missing its retaining screw
Genuine Whirlpool stainless appliance screw, sold individually, used to secure components in select refrigerators and washers.
Part WP8281163Whirlpool
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Is This the Right Part?
Part NumberWP8281163
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRefrigerator; washer
Part TypeScrew Stainless
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberWP8281163
Verified Previous OEM Numbers8281163, 8206727
Common Symptoms
- Loose refrigerator or washer component at the screw mounting point
- Missing fastener during component reassembly
Check Before Replacing
- Confirm the appliance model's parts diagram lists WP8281163 at the mounting location.
- Compare the replacement screw with the removed screw for thread size, length, head style, and stainless finish.
- Check that the mounting component is properly aligned before installing the screw.
Pro Tip
Verify the complete appliance model number before ordering because this screw is used in multiple component locations across refrigerator and washer models.
Part Details
Part NumberWP8281163
Part TypeScrew Stainless
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeRefrigerator; washer
Primary FunctionSecures appliance components in place.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before servicing the appliance.
- Install only where the appliance parts diagram specifies WP8281163.
- Do not substitute a screw with a different thread size or length without direct manufacturer 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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