Whirlpool Corporation Dishwasher Door Balance Spring 8270182 – Superseded by WP8270182

Whirlpool dishwasher door balance spring. The exact requested number 8270182 is documented as replaced by the current OEM number WP8270182.

Is This the Right Part?

Common Symptoms

• Door drops or flops open when unlatched
• Door is unusually heavy to open or close
• Door balance becomes poor after the spring breaks or fatigues

Check Before Replacing

• With power disconnected, visually inspect the spring and connected door-balance linkage for breakage or separation.
• Open the door cautiously and check whether it drops substantially faster or feels heavier than normal.
• Inspect both sides because the spring is sold individually and Whirlpool recommends replacing the left and right springs together.

Pro Tip

Part Details

Key Features

• Genuine Whirlpool OEM part WP8270182
• Door balance spring
• Sold individually
• Used on dishwasher door counterbalance systems

Installation Notes

• Disconnect electrical power before servicing the dishwasher.
• Use caution when opening the door if the balance system is broken because the door may drop unexpectedly.
• The dishwasher may need to be moved to access the spring and linkage; follow the appliance-specific service instructions.
• Replace both left and right springs together when appropriate.

Verified Compatible Models

66516293400, JDB3650AWF5, KUDI01FKBL0, KUDI01FKBL1, KUDI01FKSS0, KUDI01FKSS1, KUDI01FKWH0, KUDI01FKWH1, KUDI01FLBL0, KUDI01FLBL1, KUDI01FLBL2, KUDI01FLBL3, KUDI01FLBL5, KUDI01FLBL6, KUDI01FLBT0, 66512776K311, 66512776K312, 66512776K314, 66512776K315, 66513152K700, 66513152K701, 66513152K702, 66513173K700, 66513173K701, 66513173K702, KUDP01FLSS3, KUDP01FLSS6, JDB3600AWX5

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.