John S Corpus Christi , TX February 28, 2017 Appliance: Kenmore Microwave Oven 72179202010 Kenmore Microwave 72179202010: Bad door latch switches. How to replace Microwave Door Switch. I took the cover off. Then removed the door latch assembly from the microwave. I replaced the three switches and reassembled the microwave. the hardest part was getting the switches out of the latch assembly with out breaking the tabs that hold the switches in place. It is easy to break them off TYhey are hard plastic with very little give. 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes