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Refrigerator door(s) misaligned
If your refrigerator door is misaligned or the fridge door not sealing and won’t close right, the fix is often simple: start with door adjustment. Many models have lower-hinge adjustment screws you can turn to raise or lower the door, or you can add plastic washers or shims to the hinge pin; loosening the top hinge screws usually lets you nudge the door side to side, then retighten. If adjustment does not correct the problem, worn or broken parts that let the door rest or close properly are the next likely culprits — check the refrigerator closing cam and the closing mechanism for wear or damage and replace them if they no longer hold the door square. Less likely but still common are bent or damaged hinges, including the top hinge or bottom/door hinge, which can cause the freezer door to sag or the refrigerator door not closing. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement closing cam, hinge, or adjustment hardware for your refrigerator and get step-by-step parts and repair guidance.
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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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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Can a worn closing cam or closing mechanism cause the door to be misaligned?
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