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Universal Refrigerator door(s) misaligned
If your refrigerator door is misaligned, sagging, or not closing properly, start with hinge alignment — check the lower hinge adjustment screws, add plastic washers or shims to the hinge pin if needed, and loosen the top hinge screws to realign the door side to side. If adjustment does not fix it, inspect the door closing cam and the closing mechanism for wear or damage, since a worn cam or faulty closing mechanism commonly causes the door to sit wrong or fail to latch. Less often a bent or damaged top or bottom hinge or a failing door hinge will leave the fridge door misaligned or the freezer door not closing. Those faults can cause the fridge door not sealing or the refrigerator door not closing fully and let cold air escape. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part for your specific refrigerator and get the parts and step-by-step repair guidance you need.
01 - Door adjustment required
Some refrigerators have adjustment screws on the lower hinge that can be turned to raise or lower the door for better alignment. For others, you can add plastic washers or shims to the lower hinge pin to help align the doors. Loosening the top hinge screws will often allow the door to be readjusted from side to side (don't forget to retighten the screws after any adjustments are made).
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02 - Universal Refrigerator Closing Cam
A refrigerator door closing cam allows the door to rest in place in the open position and to close securely on its own when the door is swung shut. A damaged closing cam could cause the door to be misaligned. Inspect the cam for wear or damage and replace if necessary.
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03 - Universal Refrigerator Closing Mechanism
A refrigerator door closing mechanism allows the door to rest in place in the open position and to close securely on its own when the door is swung shut. A damaged closing mechanism could cause the door to be misaligned. Inspect the mechanism for wear or damage and replace if necessary.
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04 - Universal Refrigerator Top Hinge
A damaged or bent bottom hinge could cause the freezer door to sag and not close properly. Inspect the hinge for defects and replace if necessary.
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05 - Universal Refrigerator Hinge
A damaged or bent bottom hinge could cause the freezer door to sag and not close properly. Inspect the hinge for defects and replace if necessary.
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06 - Universal Refrigerator Door Hinge
A damaged or bent door hinge could cause the refrigerator door to be misaligned and not close properly. Inspect the hinge for defects and replace if necessary.
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