W10500004 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Refrigerator Bottom Door Hinge & Cam Kit (Right, Gray)
The W10500004 is a genuine Whirlpool OEM bottom door hinge and closing cam kit for the right side fresh food door on Whirlpool, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral refrigerators. This kit combines two related components: the bottom hinge, which supports the door's weight and lets it swing open and closed, and the closing cam, a plastic component that gives the door its final "pull" to close firmly on its own once you've pushed it most of the way shut.
Finished in Apollo Gray, this kit measures approximately 4.65" x 4.49" x 2.24" and weighs about 0.34 lbs. The plastic closing cam is the part most prone to wear — after years of use it can flatten out or crack, losing the contoured shape that pulls the door the rest of the way closed. A worn cam or hinge typically shows up as a door that won't close fully on its own unless you push it firmly shut, or a door that feels loose, sags, or doesn't swing smoothly on its hinge. It directly replaces AP5656407, 2684526, PS5573850, W10249949, W10257197, and W10257209.
Quick Answer
The W10500004 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Refrigerator Bottom Door Hinge & Cam Kit (Right, Gray) fixes Whirlpool, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral refrigerators where the right-side fresh food door won't close on its own unless pushed firmly shut, or the door feels loose or sags on its hinge. Apollo Gray finish. Replaces AP5656407, 2684526, PS5573850, W10249949, W10257197, W10257209. Mounting the closing cam requires a new screw, sold separately — the kit does not include it.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
Refrigerator door won't close fully on its own — has to be pushed firmly shut
Door that feels loose, sags, or doesn't swing smoothly on its hinge
Worn or flattened closing cam that no longer pulls the door shut
Visible cracks or wear on the plastic closing cam
Door that doesn't seal properly due to incomplete closing
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This refrigerator bottom door hinge and cam kit directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
2684526, W10249949, W10257197, W10257209, AP5656407, AWP40907, EAP5573850, PD00024325, PS5573850
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This bottom door hinge and cam kit is compatible with select Whirlpool refrigerators, and also fits select Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral refrigerators built on the Whirlpool platform, as well as select Kenmore Elite and Ikea refrigerators, including model numbers such as 3WSC19D4AY00, 3WSC19D4XW00, 3WSC19D4XD00, 3WSC19D4XB00, 3WSC20N4XB00, and 3WSC20N4XW00.
Note — right side only: This kit is specific to the right-side fresh food door. A separate kit exists for the left side. This is also the lower door's hinge and cam kit — the upper door's closing cam is a different part sold separately. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure which hinge kit your refrigerator needs.
Key Features
Genuine Whirlpool OEM part — factory-specified hinge and cam design
Combined kit — bottom hinge plus closing cam in one part
Resolves "door won't close on its own," "door feels loose," and "worn or cracked cam" symptoms
Apollo Gray finish
Approximately 4.65" x 4.49" x 2.24", 0.34 lbs
Direct drop-in replacement for the right-side lower door hinge and cam
Replaces AP5656407, 2684526, PS5573850, W10249949, W10257197, and W10257209
Compatible with Whirlpool, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, and Admiral refrigerators
Genuine OEM replacement — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance
Product Specifications
Part Number
W10500004
Part Type
Bottom Door Hinge & Closing Cam Kit
Condition
Genuine OEM
Brand
Whirlpool
Door Position
Right side, fresh food door, lower hinge
Color
Apollo Gray
Dimensions
4.65" x 4.49" x 2.24"
Weight
0.34 lbs
Additional Hardware Needed
New cam mounting screw (sold separately)
Repair Difficulty
Moderate — door removal required
Quantity
1 hinge and cam kit
Compatible Brands
Whirlpool, Amana, KitchenAid, Maytag, Jenn-Air, Magic Chef, Roper, Admiral, Kenmore Elite, Ikea
Installation Notes
⚠️ Unplug Refrigerator Before Starting — A New Cam Mounting Screw Is Required, Sold Separately Disconnect power at the outlet before beginning. Wear work gloves. Remove the top hinge cover, then remove the top hinge support to free the top of the door. Lift the door up and off the bottom hinge support to remove it completely — this is easier with a second person supporting the door's weight. Remove the old, worn closing cam and hinge from the bottom support. The manufacturer specifies that mounting the new closing cam requires a new screw, which is not included in this kit and must be ordered separately. Install the new W10500004 hinge and cam onto the bottom support, applying a small amount of lubricant such as petroleum jelly to the cam surface to help it move smoothly against the door once reassembled. Set the door back onto the bottom hinge support, making sure it seats correctly on the new cam. Reinstall the top hinge support and top hinge cover. Restore power and test the door by opening it partway and letting go — it should swing the rest of the way closed on its own if the cam is seated and lubricated correctly. Tools needed: 5/16" nut driver or socket, ratchet, small flat-blade screwdriver, work gloves.
Frequently Asked Questions
My door won't close all the way unless I push it. Is this the right part?
Yes, this is the classic symptom of a worn closing cam. When the cam is new, its contoured shape gives the door that final "pull" to swing closed on its own once you've pushed it most of the way shut. As the cam wears flat or cracks over years of use, it loses that pulling action, leaving the door to stay open unless you close it firmly by hand.
Do I need to buy anything else along with this kit?
Yes — per Whirlpool's own specifications, mounting the new closing cam requires a new mounting screw, which is sold separately and not included in this kit. Order that screw at the same time to avoid a delay partway through the repair.
Should I lubricate anything during installation?
Yes, it's recommended. Applying a small amount of lubricant, such as petroleum jelly, to the cam surface helps it move smoothly against the door once everything is reassembled, and can extend the life of the new cam by reducing friction wear.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is a genuine OEM part, manufactured by Whirlpool to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It matches the original hinge design, cam shape, and Apollo Gray finish of the bottom door hinge and cam kit originally installed on your refrigerator.
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