How to Install Top Drawer Glide WPW10114344 in a Whirlpool Range

Quick answer: Lift the storage drawer front and pull it out past the stops. Inside the cabinet, unscrew the worn top glide from the side wall, noting left or right. Fit glide WPW10114344 level in the same holes, tighten snug, then slide the drawer back in and check that it rolls straight.

The top drawer glide WPW10114344 is the metal rail mounted to the inside wall of a Whirlpool range cabinet that supports the storage or broiler drawer under the oven. The drawer rollers ride along this glide, and a small stop at the front keeps the drawer from falling out when pulled. When the glide is bent, rusted or has a worn roller track, the drawer drags, drops on one side, or sticks half open. Whirlpool lists this glide for 816 ranges including GS440LEMB4, WFG361LVS3, RF367LXSS2, MER7662WS0 and Estate models such as TEP340TQ0.

This is a light mechanical repair with a screwdriver. There is no gas or electrical work involved, although the range should be cool and the drawer emptied first. The main things to get right are identifying which side the glide belongs on, keeping it level when you tighten it, and confirming the drawer rolls smoothly before you load it back up. Plan on 20 to 40 minutes.

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⚠️ Safety First
  • Let the range cool completely before working near the oven bottom or drawer cavity.
  • Wear work gloves; sheet metal edges inside the range cabinet are sharp.
  • Empty the drawer and set pans aside so nothing falls as you lift it out.
  • Do not lean on the open oven door or use it as a step while reaching into the drawer cavity.

Tools and Parts You Need

  • Replacement top drawer glide WPW10114344
  • Phillips or Torx screwdriver, depending on the cabinet screws
  • Flashlight
  • Work gloves
  • Small magnet or tray to hold screws
  • Shop towel and degreaser for the cabinet wall
  • Light machine oil or silicone spray (optional)

Step-by-Step Installation

  1. Empty and remove the drawer Take everything out of the storage drawer. Pull the drawer open all the way, lift the front slightly so the rollers clear the stops on the glides, and pull it straight out. Set it on a towel.
  2. Identify the worn glide Shine a flashlight into the cavity. Compare the left and right top glides; look for bends, rust, flattened roller track or a missing stop tab. Confirm which side needs WPW10114344 and whether it is the upper glide on the cabinet wall rather than a lower rail attached to the drawer.
  3. Note the mounting See how the old glide is held: usually two or more screws into the cabinet side, sometimes with a hooked tab at the rear that slots into the wall. Take a quick photo so the new glide goes in the same way.
  4. Remove the old glide Unscrew the fasteners and keep them in a tray. Slide the glide forward or lift it to release any rear tab, then pull it out of the cavity.
  5. Clean the mounting area Wipe grease and crumbs off the cabinet wall where the glide sits and check that the screw holes are not stripped or torn. A clean, flat surface keeps the glide level.
  6. Install the new glide Hold WPW10114344 with the roller track facing inward and the stop tab at the front, matching the old glide. Hook any rear tab first, then start the screws by hand and tighten them snug while keeping the glide level.
  7. Check level against the other side Compare the height and angle of the new glide with the glide on the opposite wall. Both must sit at the same height or the drawer will rack and bind.
  8. Reinstall and test the drawer Line the drawer rollers up with the glides, tilt the front up slightly, and push the drawer in until it drops onto the tracks. Slide it in and out several times; it should roll smoothly, stay level, and stop at the front without falling out.

Fit Checks Before You Call the Job Done

  • Glide is on the correct side and oriented with the stop tab at the front.
  • All screws are snug and the glide does not shift when pushed.
  • New glide sits at the same height as the glide on the other wall.
  • Drawer rolls in and out without scraping or dropping on one side.
  • Drawer stops at the front and does not fall out when pulled fully open.
  • Drawer front sits flush with the range when closed.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Mixing up left and right Glides are handed. Installing the wrong one puts the stop tab or roller track in the wrong place and the drawer will not seat.

Forcing the drawer out without lifting Pulling the drawer hard against the stops bends the glides. Lift the front to clear the stops.

Overtightening the screws Sheet metal strips easily. Tighten until snug and the glide does not move, then stop.

Ignoring a worn drawer roller If the drawer roller or lower rail is also worn, a new glide will still drag. Inspect both before reassembling.

Installing the glide crooked A glide angled even slightly makes the drawer rack and bind. Hold it level while tightening.

Troubleshooting After Installation

Drawer drags or binds The new glide is not level or is on the wrong side. Loosen the screws, re-level it against the opposite glide, and retighten.

Drawer falls out when opened The front stop tab is missing or the glide is installed backwards. Confirm the stop is at the front and the drawer rollers sit behind it.

Drawer sits lower on one side One glide is mounted at a different height. Compare left and right and move the new glide to the original screw holes.

Screws will not tighten The cabinet holes are stripped. Use the next set of factory holes if present, or add a slightly larger sheet metal screw.

Care Tips After the Repair

  • Wipe the glides when you clean the drawer to keep grease and crumbs off the roller track.
  • Do not overload the drawer with heavy cast iron; it flattens the roller path over time.
  • A light film of silicone spray on the track once a year keeps the drawer rolling quietly.
  • Lift slightly when opening if the drawer ever catches rather than yanking it.

Compatible Models (Sample)

This part is listed for 816 Whirlpool models in our fitment data. Always confirm your exact model number on the appliance's rating plate.

Repair Difficulty and Time

Difficulty: Easy. Typical time: 20 to 40 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is WPW10114344 sold as one glide or a pair?

It is a single glide. If both sides are worn, order two and note that the side that needs each one is identified when you compare them in place.

Do I need to remove the oven door or bottom panel?

No. Everything is reached through the drawer cavity once the drawer is pulled out.

Does this glide work on a gas range as well as electric?

Yes, the compatibility list includes both, such as WFG361LVS3 and GFG461LVQ0 gas ranges and WERE3000SB1 electric ranges. Check your model on the tag inside the drawer frame.

The drawer still sticks after the new glide. What else?

Check the drawer-mounted rollers and lower rails, and verify the new glide is level with the opposite side.

Final Checklist

  • Range cool and drawer emptied
  • Drawer lifted past the stops and removed
  • Left or right side of the worn glide identified
  • Mounting screws and any rear tab noted
  • Cabinet wall cleaned and holes checked
  • New glide installed level with stop tab at the front
  • Drawer reinstalled and rolls smoothly, stops at the front

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