Admiral Dishwasher Spring Parts

The Door Spring is an OEM part for Whirlpool dishwashers. This part allows the smooth and controlled operation of the dishwasher door. The spring helps balance the weight of the door, allowing it to open and close effortlessly without slamming shut.

Causes of a bad door spring can include wear and tear from repeated use, corrosion or rust, and breakage due to excessive force or mishandling.

Symptoms of a bad door spring include:

• The dishwasher door dropping quickly or not staying open
• Difficulty in opening or closing the door
• Unusual noises when moving the door

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.

A replacement tension spring designed to restore proper movement and return force to the appliance mechanism. Helps the affected component operate smoothly so doors, levers or assemblies move with correct tension and alignment. What it does:

• Provides return and holding tension for the appliance mechanism to restore normal movement.
• Helps reduce sagging, misalignment, or loose operation of the associated door or linkage.
• Minimizes noise and vibration caused by a worn or weakened spring.
• Works as the direct-fit part when the listed part number matches your appliance.

• Disconnect power and water (if applicable) before beginning any repair.
• Springs are often under tension—wear eye protection and use caution when removing or installing.
• Follow the appliance's service manual or OEM instructions for correct orientation and safe installation.

This door spring counterbalances the door so it opens smoothly and doesn't drop. Replacing a fatigued or broken spring restores proper door feel and helps protect hinges and related components from excess strain.

• Provides the tension that balances the door during opening and closing
• Helps prevent the door from slamming or falling open too quickly
• Replaces a stretched, weakened, or broken spring
• Common signs: door feels heavy, drops quickly, or sits unevenly side-to-side

• Disconnect power before servicing; for dishwashers, also shut off the water supply
• Support the door and carefully relieve spring tension before removal
• Install the new spring in the same attachment points/orientation as the original
• Replace both together to maintain even tension

This dishwasher door spring provides the counterbalance tension that lets the door open and close smoothly. Replacing a worn or broken spring restores proper door feel and helps prevent the door from dropping unexpectedly.

• Provides counterbalance tension so the door opens and closes smoothly
• Helps the door stay partially open without drifting
• Reduces slamming or sudden drop when opening
• Common failure signs: door feels heavy, drops quickly, opens unevenly, or a spring is visibly broken

• Disconnect power and shut off water; remove the toe-kick/access panel
• Support the door; note spring routing and which frame holes are used before removal
• Install the new spring in the same holes; adjust hole selection only per service information to fine-tune tension
• Springs are under tension—wear gloves/eye protection; consider replacing both springs together for balanced operation