DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door gasket on a Whirlpool Sidekick refrigerator (Model WSR57R18DM01). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the door is not sealing properly.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, Kenmore
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Whirlpool Sidekick Refrigerator - WSR57R18DM01
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Refrigerator Door Gasket Replacement
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Start at a corner and pull the old gasket free of the liner.
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Before you install the new door gasket, you may need to lay it out on a flat sturdy surface for up to 24 hours to help the gasket regain its original form.
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Now, starting on a corner, insert the new gasket into the channel on the liner.
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Keep in mind, you can use a hair dryer set on low to help remove any kinks from the material to ensure that the refrigerator door seals properly.