DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door hinge on a Whirlpool washer. The most common reason for replacing the door hinge is if it is damaged or broken.
This door hinge replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag
Tools needed: T-25 Torx bit, T-15 Torx bit
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the dryer door hinge be sure to unplug the power cord.
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Before you replace the washer door hinge be sure to unplug the power cord.
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Open the dryer door and use a t-25 torx bit to unthread the door hinge mounting screws.
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Open the washer door and use a t-25 torx bit to unthread the screws securing the door hinge.
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With the screws unthreaded, lift the door up to detach it from the front panel.
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With the screws unthreaded, lift the door up to detach it from the front panel.
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Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws holding the inner and outer door panels together.
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Using a t-15 torx bit, unthread the screws holding the inner and outer door panels together.
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Use the t-25 torx bit to unthread the screws securing the hinge plate.
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Use the t-15 torx bit to unthread the screws to release the door hinge cover plate.
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Lift off the plate and detach the old hinge.
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Remove the plate and detach the old door hinge.
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Prepare the new door hinge for installation by sliding on the hinge pin caps.
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Prepare the new door hinge for installation by sliding on the plastic hinge bearings.
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Now align the hinge on the inner panel.
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Now align the hinge on the inner panel.
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Reposition the hinge cover plate then thread the screws to secure.
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Reposition the hinge cover plate then thread the screws to secure.
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Realign the inner and outer door panels and secure all of the screws.
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Realign the inner and outer door panels and rethread the screws.
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Insert the hinge tabs into the front panel slots.
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Insert the hinge tabs into the front panel slots.
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Rethread the screws to secure.
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Rethread the screws to secure.
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With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.
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With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.