DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the door hinge on a Whirlpool gas range. The most common reason for replacing the hinge is if the oven door will not open and close smoothly.
All of the information in this door hinge replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag, Amana, Magic Chef, Whirlpool, Tappan, Estate, Kitchenaide
Tools used: phillips head screwdriver, quarter-inch wrench
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace a door hinge on your range open the oven door and lift up the hinge locks.
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Detach the door and set it on a towel or blanket.
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Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the upper door trim.
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Fully detach the trim and remove the inner door glass.
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Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the door handle.
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Remove the screws from the left and right sides of the lower door trim as well as the ones securing the hinges.
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Separate the side rails from the lower trim.
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Remove the applicable screw securing the hinge you’re replacing.
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Slide out the old hinge.
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Install the new door hinge by positioning it in the side rail then secure it with the screw.
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Realign the side rails on the lower trim and replace all of the screws to secure the hinges and the trim.
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Realign the door handle then thread and tighten the screws to secure. Be careful not to damage the glass by over-tightening.
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Replace the inner door glass by inserting the bottom edge between the mounting tabs and the lip of the lower trim.
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Reposition the upper trim and replace the screws to secure.
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Reinstall the oven door by hooking the hinges onto the frame.
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Push the hinge locks down close the door and your range should be ready for use.