Washer Water Inlet Valve WP8578340

Brand: Whirlpool · Appliance: Washer · Fits: 36 models · Reference price: $134.59

WP8578340 is a Whirlpool replacement part (washer water inlet valve) for washers. Our fitment data lists 36 models that use it.

When to replace this part

Water inlet and drainage

Symptom: A washer that won't fill, fills slowly, won't drain, or leaves standing water in the tub.

Check: For fill problems, check the inlet valve's screen filters for sediment. For drain problems, check the pump for a jammed object and confirm the drain hose isn't kinked or looped too high.

Models that use this part

Part numbers it replaces

The manufacturer lists WP8578340 as the replacement for these earlier part numbers. Substitute parts can look different from the original but serve the same function.

• 285753A — Direct Drive Motor Coupling
• 285811 — Agitator Repair Kit
• ACG73645002 — Refrigerator Condenser Coil
• WB24X799 — Microwave Gas Sensor
• WH01X10653 — Washer Door Hinge
• WP3360977 — Washer Water Inlet Syphon
• WP63292 — Washer Spin Tube Thrust
• WP661600 — Washer 2speed Drive Motor 60hz 120v
• WP8572717 — Washer Capacitor Motor Start

Other parts for model ETW4200SQ0

If you are repairing that appliance, these are the most model-specific parts on file for the same model.

• Control Panel 3956997
• Wire Harness 3958095
• Wiring Diagram 8578915
• Installation Instructions W10044800
• Adapter 280130
• Energy Guide W10123163
• Support 8575214
• Siphon Break 280129A

Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $134.59. It is informational only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly.

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Before you order

• Match the part number character for character, including dashes and trailing letters; a single different character is usually a different part.
• Confirm your appliance's model number on its data plate and check that it appears in the list above (or use the model lookup tool).
• If a seller offers a substitute number, check that it appears in this page's replacement list or in the manufacturer's documentation.

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