How to Troubleshoot & Replace Frigidaire AP3219391 / 154430601 Door Spring

Our dishwasher door opened too heavy, there was only one spring on one side since we owned it. This spring obviously was stretched out so I put the model number in a search and found this website and ordered the parts I needed. Very simple to install, now the door works perfect, I thought the parts were a bit expensive though. None the less cheaper than a new dishwasher!!!! 

Replaced spring 

The repair was easy and took little experience. The video was very useful. Without watching I may have just order the spring and not the linkage. However upon further inspection discovered I needed both parts. I was really glad I ordered both items. I would have been frustrated if I had received the spring and tired to replace it, only to find that I also needed the linkage. I went with standard shipping and received my package within a day. It was like I received overnight without the extra charge. Excellent overall experience and I would recommend this site without hesitation. Thank You! 

I did a little internet research and found the fix video at AppliancePartsPros. This gave me the confidence to attempt the repair. I took the advice to replace both springs and linkages because I didn't want to pull the dishwasher out again. The only thing I did differently from the video was to remove kickplate to lessen the possibility of scratching our floor. This was the second self repair of this dishwasher (broken door lock) that happened right before a holiday party. 

I removed two screws under the counter that held the dishwasher in place and slid the machine forward a few inches where I could access the spring. I looked at the good spring, on the left side, noting exactly how each end of the spring was attached. Then I removed the broken spring and linkage, on the right side. I tried attaching the new spring with the door open, but that required the spring to stretch a long ways, and I couldn't manage it, even when I gripped it with pliers. By simply closing the door, I brought the attachment points closer together and it was then pretty easy to attach the parts. First, I put the new spring linkage in its place, then I attached the spring to the linkage, then I attached the long arm of the spring to the rail at the bottom of the machine. Now the door opens like always and didn't slam down and let the dish rack slide out. I was fortunate in that the spring on the left side was still in place and served as a guide to tell me what to do with the spring on the right side. 

Replaced broken spring and adjusted tension. 10 minute replacement and adjustment. 

WATCHED THE VIDEO. Ordered and received the parts. FIXED AND BACK IN SERVICE IN UNDER 10 MINUTES!!!!!! 

Bought new door springs installed in 5 minutes and now the door works as it should. 

Frigidaire Gallery dishwasher from 2002 had worn door springs. Ordered two of these replacements, and had the repair completed in less than 30 minutes. New springs work well. These springs seem to have an 8-10 year lifespan. The original springs were replaced in 2013 after one broke. Ordered from one of your competitors before. Although not the same as the original springs, these replacements work "OK". Repair is simple. The toughest part is pulling out the dishwasher and pushing it back in, and making sure front legs were adjusted to the proper height. 

Using an electric screwdriver, I unscrewed two Phillips head screws holding the dishwasher to the countertop, slid the machine out to access the springs. Removed old springs and installed new ones. Slid machine into the recess and reinstalled the screws. The repair took about 10 minutes.