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Kenmore Dishwasher door not opening/closing properly
If your Kenmore dishwasher door is not closing or opening properly, the problem is usually mechanical, not electronic. The most likely cause is a damaged door hinge or hinge assembly, which can throw the door out of alignment so it rubs, binds, or will not shut the way it should. Next, check the door strike, since a broken or worn strike can keep the latch from lining up correctly. If the dishwasher door won’t close and seems to hit the cabinet or countertop, the leveling legs may be adjusted too high, causing the door to rub and making the unit sit out of position. A broken door latch is another common cause when the dishwasher door won’t latch, and in some cases a damaged leveling leg can leave the machine unbalanced enough to create a door hinge problem. Inspect the hinges, door strike, door latch, and leveling leg for obvious wear, bending, or breakage. Enter your Kenmore dishwasher model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part that fits your machine.
01 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore Dishwasher 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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03 - Kenmore 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.
Common
04 - Leveling legs adjusted too high
The leveling legs on the dishwasher will need to be lowered so the door will not hit the cabinet or mounting screws. If the door is rubbing on the countertop, it will be difficult to open and shut the door. Remove the lower panel and use a wrench to adjust the leveling legs.
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05 - Kenmore 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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06 - Kenmore Dishwasher Leveling Leg
A damaged leveling leg could cause the dishwasher to be unbalanced, resulting in the door not opening or closing properly. Inspect the leveling legs to confirm they are adjusted properly and not damaged. A damaged leg will need to be replaced.
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