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GE Dishwasher won't latch
If your GE dishwasher won't latch, start with the parts most likely to keep the door from lining up and closing correctly. A damaged door hinge is the top suspect, since even a slight bend can keep the door latch from catching. Next, check the door seal or gasket to make sure it is seated properly and not twisted, torn, or out of position. If the door feels heavy, drops open too fast, or seems hard to lift into place, inspect the door spring and door cable, because a broken spring or cable can strain the hinge and lead to a GE dishwasher door won't latch problem. After that, look closely at the door latch and door strike for cracks, wear, or other damage, since either part can keep the dishwasher door latch from catching. If your GE dishwasher door won't latch or the latch is not catching, 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 that fits your specific dishwasher.
01 - GE 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 - GE 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 - GE 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 - GE 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 - GE 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 - GE 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 GE dishwasher door latch?
My GE dishwasher door feels heavy and drops open. Can that keep the door from latching?
Can a bad door seal keep a GE dishwasher door from closing properly?
How do I tell if the door latch or door strike is bad on my GE dishwasher?
How do I find the right GE dishwasher latch, hinge, spring, or door cable for my model?
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