How to replace Whirlpool dryer lint screen door W11156832

Is your dryer’s lint screen door causing frustration by sticking or not closing properly? No need to worry—this common issue can be easily fixed with a simple DIY replacement, saving you both time and money. Follow along with our step-by-step guide below, and check out the handy how-to video to ensure your repair goes off without a hitch!

Are you having issues with your dryer’s lint screen door? The door can wear out or become damaged over time. Thankfully it’s an easy DIY replacement that you can knock out in under an hour.

You can find a replacement dryer lint screen door here. If you need other replacement parts for your Whirlpool dryer, just enter your model number at AppliancePartsPros.com to find them. It’s that easy! Most orders arrive in just two business days, and we have thousands of guides to show you how to install your new parts.

Watch the full repair here

When to replace the lint screen door

The lint screen door covers the lint screen area and protects the inner parts of the dryer drum.

You might need to replace the dryer lint screen door due to:

• Normal wear and tear over time
• Damage from improper cleaning methods
• Excessive flexing and bending, which can cause warping

Symptoms of a bad lint screen door include:

• Difficulty opening or closing the lint screen door when inserting or removing the filter
• Signs of warping or misshaping to the point that the door no longer fits properly

What you’ll need

• Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers
• 1/4-inch nut driver
• Pliers
• Utility knife
• Wooden block to support the dryer
• Replacement lint screen door W11156832

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Safety precautions

When working on any appliance, remember to keep safety first. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

• Always power off and unplug your appliance or switch off the circuit breaker before you attempt any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by preventing any risk of electric shock.
• If the appliance has recently been used, give it plenty of time to cool down before working on it.
• Take your time while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries. Rushing is the enemy of precision.
• Work in a well-lit area so you can clearly see and access appliance parts.
• Keep your workspace free of clutter and other obstacles. Keep children and pets away from the work area.
• Check the user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions related to your appliance or replacement part.
• Be gentle when handling or removing parts. Excessive force might damage the appliance or cause personal injury.

How to replace the lint screen door

Step 1: Remove the dryer top

1. Turn off the dryer and unplug it from the power source.
2. Use a quarter-inch nut driver to remove the two screws located at the back of the dryer top.
3. Gently pull the top back, slide it forward a bit, and lift it to detach it completely.
4. Set the top aside.

Step 2: Remove the control panel

1. Use a 1/4-inch nut driver to take out the two screws securing the control panel – one in each top corner.
2. You’ll see two wiring harness plugs that need to be disconnected. Press down on the release tabs and pull the plugs out of their sockets.
3. Lift the front edge of the control panel to disengage the mounting clips. Slide it forward and remove it completely.

Step 3: Remove the lint screen and screws

1. Open the dryer door.
2. Take out the lint screen and set it aside.
3. Use your Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws along the bottom edge of the door opening.

Step 4: Tilt the dryer back

1. Place a wooden block under the front feet. This will keep the unit back to make your work easier.
2. Use your 1/4-inch nut driver to remove all but the two middle screws along the bottom panel. Only loosen the middle two.

Step 5: Remove the front panel

1. Remove the three 1/4-inch screws at the top of the front panel with your 1/4-inch nut driver.
2. Lift the release tab and pull apart the wiring harness plug to detach it.
3. With both hands, lift the front panel.
4. Feed the wiring plug through the opening.
5. Continue lifting the front panel high enough so you can detach it.

Step 6: Remove the mounting bracket

1. Take out the two 1/4-inch screws to release the control board mounting bracket.
2. Turn the mounting bracket sideways and use pliers to detach the retainer clip.
3. Remove the bracket.

Step 7: Remove the top brace

1. Lift the top brace piece and maneuver it out.
2. Set it aside with the mounting bracket.

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Step 8: Remove the front bulkhead

1. Remove the four 1/4-inch screws holding the front bulkhead.
2. Detach the moisture sensor plug by squeezing the side tabs and pulling it free.
3. At the very bottom, remove one more 1/4-inch screw.
4. Take out the retainer bar.
5. Lift and pull the bulkhead forward to detach it.

Step 9: Remove the lint screen housing

1. Vacuum out any lint inside the bulkhead cavity.
2. Set the bulkhead cavity aside.
3. Use your Phillips screwdriver and 1/4-inch nut driver to detach the screws holding the lint screen housing assembly.
4. Take the housing completely out.

Step 10: Replace the lint screen door

1. Use a utility knife to slice through the seal and separate the lint screen housing.
2. Take out the old lint screen door.
3. Attach the torsion spring to the new door.
4. Wind the torsion spring once and fit the door hinge into place.
5. Gently bend the door in half to insert the opposite hinge.

Step 11: Reassemble the housing

1. Connect the two halves of the lint screen housing by pressing the tabs into place.
2. Install the housing assembly back into the front bulkhead by aligning the screw holes.
3. Replace the Phillips and 1/4-inch screws.

Step 12: Reinstall the front bulkhead

1. Slide the front bulkhead up into place and hang it on the side hooks.
2. Install the 1/4-inch screw through the bottom.
3. Reconnect the moisture sensor plug.

Step 13: Reconnect the wiring and reinstall the braces

1. Attach the control board mounting bracket and secure it with the 1/4-inch screws.
2. Set the top brace back in place by hooking it over the retaining clips.
3. Replace the four screws.

Step 14: Reinstall the front panel

1. Hang the front panel on the support screws.
2. Feed the door switch wiring through the opening.
3. Lift the front panel into place.
4. Secure the panel with the top three 1/4-inch screws and bottom 1/4-inch screws.
5. Reconnect the wiring harness plug.

Step 15: Reinstall the control panel and top

1. Slide the control panel back on.
2. Reconnect the two wiring harness plugs.
3. Secure the control panel with the corner screws.
4. Set the dryer top in place, about an inch back from the control panel, then slide it forward so it lines up correctly.
5. Secure the top with the two back screws.

Step 16: Test the dryer

1. Plug the dryer back in.
2. Turn the dryer on and run a short test cycle to make sure it’s working correctly.

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More information

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