How to Troubleshoot & Replace Ge AP3184331 / WB15X10069 Microwave Door Handle

Replaced handle with new. Wish they were made(handle ) made out of stronger material. This is the second one in 15 yrs. Used a philipshead screw driver and a flat head. Be careful prying off first cover . 

I disassembled the microwave door and replaced the handle. The plastic piece from the handle that broke off the screw was hard to remove. I had to screw a sheetrock screw into the plastic piece in order to get a grip on it with pliers so I could remove the mounting screw. 

Following a you tube video, the repair went very well. 

Followed your great video on YOUTUBE. 

Removed the door. Also took off the plastic backing and the inner portion of the door to get to the handle screws. Replaced the handle, put every thing back together. 

Per one of the videos I watched, you had to remove the microwave door. I removed the screws per the video. When prying off the panel, I found that by using two screw drivers placed an inch or two from the corners on each side, I could pry up the corners without breaking any pieces. Also, to remove the screws from the broken handle, you will need to hold the broken piece on the front with pliers. Before doing this, I recommend covering the door front around the screw with masking tape as it is very likely pliers could slip off and scratch the front door. Installing the new handle and re-assembly was simple and straight forward.