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KitchenAid Dishwasher won't latch
If your KitchenAid dishwasher won't latch, start with the parts most likely to throw the door out of alignment. Damaged door hinges are the top cause, since even a slightly bent hinge can keep the door from closing squarely. Next, check the door seal to make sure it is fully seated in the track and not warped or misaligned, because a bad seal can keep the latch from catching. After that, inspect the door spring and door cable. If the door feels heavy or drops open fast, one of those parts may be broken and putting extra strain on the hinge. Then look closely at the door latch and door strike, since either part can wear, crack, or break and leave the dishwasher door latch not catching. If your KitchenAid dishwasher door won't latch or the dishwasher latch not catching is keeping you from starting a cycle, entering your model number on RepairClinic.com is the fastest way to find the exact replacement hinge, door seal, door spring, door cable, door latch, or door strike for your specific dishwasher.
01 - KitchenAid Dishwasher Door Hinge
If the door hinges are damaged, the door won’t be able to latch properly. Inspect the door hinges for damage. If a hinge is bent or broken, replace it.
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02 - KitchenAid Dishwasher Door Seal
A dishwasher door having trouble latching could be caused by a damaged or misaligned door seak. Confirm the seal is fully seated in its track and replace if necessary.
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03 - KitchenAid Dishwasher Door Spring
A dishwasher door spring is attached to a cable to prevent the door from dropping down when opened and to allow the door to be more easily closed and latched. If the door feels heavy when opened or falls quickly, a broken door spring or cable is likely the cause. If the damaged component is not replaced, the strain on the door hinge can lead to hinge failure which can result in the door not latching properly. It is recommended to replace both door springs at the same time to reduce uneven wear.
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04 - KitchenAid Dishwasher Door Latch
Inspect the door latch assembly for damage. If the door latch is broken, replace it. The door latch is not repairable—if it is broken, you must replace it.
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05 - KitchenAid Dishwasher Door Cable
A dishwasher door cable is attached to a spring to prevent the door from dropping down when opened and to allow the door to be more easily closed and latched. If the door feels heavy when opened or falls quickly, a broken door cable or spring is likely the cause. If the damaged component is not replaced, the strain on the door hinge can lead to hinge failure which can result in the door not latching properly. It is recommended to replace both door cables at the same time to reduce uneven wear.
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06 - KitchenAid Dishwasher Door Strike
Inspect the door strike assembly for damage. If the door strike is broken, replace it. The door strike is not repairable—if it is broken, you must replace it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why won't my KitchenAid dishwasher door latch?
How do I tell if the door latch or door strike is bad on my KitchenAid dishwasher?
My KitchenAid dishwasher door feels heavy and falls open. Can that keep it from latching?
Can a bad door seal keep a KitchenAid dishwasher door from closing properly?
How do I find the right KitchenAid dishwasher latch, hinge, spring, or door seal for my model?
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