W11316766 Washer Shock Absorber (Shock, Suspension Damper, Tub Damper)
W11316766 Washer Shock Absorber
The W11316766 is a genuine OEM front-load washer shock absorber (suspension damper) used on Whirlpool-family platforms. These dampers control tub movement during acceleration, high-speed spin, and out-of-balance events by converting motion into heat through internal friction/valving. When shocks weaken or bind, the tub can bounce excessively, causing loud banging, walking, repeated out-of-balance stops, poor spin extraction, and premature wear on springs, bearings, and cabinet mounts. Common failures include loss of damping force, leaking/contamination, broken mounting eyes/pins, or seized action from corrosion. IMPORTANT: Replace shocks as a matched set (typically 2–4 depending on platform) to keep damping balanced. CRITICAL: Unplug washer before servicing; support the tub when removing shocks to prevent sudden drop.
$5,041.49
W11316766 Washer Shock Absorber (Shock, Suspension Damper, Tub Damper)—
$5,041.49
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W11316766 Washer Shock Absorber (Shock, Suspension Damper, Tub Damper)
W11316766 Washer Shock Absorber
The W11316766 is a genuine OEM front-load washer shock absorber (suspension damper) used on Whirlpool-family platforms. These dampers control tub movement during acceleration, high-speed spin, and out-of-balance events by converting motion into heat through internal friction/valving. When shocks weaken or bind, the tub can bounce excessively, causing loud banging, walking, repeated out-of-balance stops, poor spin extraction, and premature wear on springs, bearings, and cabinet mounts. Common failures include loss of damping force, leaking/contamination, broken mounting eyes/pins, or seized action from corrosion. IMPORTANT: Replace shocks as a matched set (typically 2–4 depending on platform) to keep damping balanced. CRITICAL: Unplug washer before servicing; support the tub when removing shocks to prevent sudden drop.
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W11316766 Washer Shock Absorber
The W11316766 is a genuine OEM front-load washer shock absorber (suspension damper) used on Whirlpool-family platforms. These dampers control tub movement during acceleration, high-speed spin, and out-of-balance events by converting motion into heat through internal friction/valving. When shocks weaken or bind, the tub can bounce excessively, causing loud banging, walking, repeated out-of-balance stops, poor spin extraction, and premature wear on springs, bearings, and cabinet mounts. Common failures include loss of damping force, leaking/contamination, broken mounting eyes/pins, or seized action from corrosion. IMPORTANT: Replace shocks as a matched set (typically 2–4 depending on platform) to keep damping balanced. CRITICAL: Unplug washer before servicing; support the tub when removing shocks to prevent sudden drop.
