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Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Door Cable by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18021270
Manufacturer Part Number: WP230131

The Dryer Door Cable is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers. This part is designed to maintain the alignment and secure closing of the dryer door. This cable plays a role in ensuring the door stays connected to the main body of the dryer, allowing for safe and efficient operation. 

Causes of a bad Dryer Door Cable can range from natural wear and tear due to repeated use, to physical damage from overextension or excessive force. 

Symptoms of a bad Dryer Door Cable include:

  • Difficulty in opening or closing the dryer door.
  • A sagging or misaligned door, which can lead to improper sealing when the door is closed.
  • Unusual noises or resistance when operating the door, indicating that the cable may be frayed or damaged.

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

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Hello KBC. Here are the instructions from the manufacturer. They do not specify where the hole goes. Sorry. First, you need to remove the front panel and disconnect the door switch wires, and find the spring(s) 337186. You will find a "plastic" door plug on the inside door panel that you will need to carefully remove with a flat bladed tool or small screwdriver. Insert the end of the cable and reinstall the plastic door plug, on the door. Now you need to insert the cable(the end with the pin hole) through the opening of the front panel , slip the end of the spring into the hole of the cable end, stretch the spring and insert it to the holes in the back side of the front panel and re install. Thanks and Good Luck.

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Bob, There are two(2) door springs WP337186 that attach to the end of the cables WP337186 , you will need to remove the filter, remove the screws under the filter, raise the top, and remove the front panel to access them. Thanks

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Hello Sandra! The door cable used on your unit is part number 230131. Inspect the door hinges, part number WP238456 for the right side and WP238460 for the left, and the spring WP337186. Make sure the strike and catch are in place and not defectivce. If so, the manufacturer offers a door latch kit part number 279570. Hope this helps you, thanks!

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Hello Gilbert. Make sure the power is disconnected. You will need to remove the lint filter from the unit. Then remove the screws under the lint filter and use a flat blade to release the clips under the top panel of the unit. Raise the top panel and access the door switch. Unplug the door switch and remove the screws securing the front panel. Now you can remove the front panel from the unit.

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Edgar, First, you need to remove the front panel and disconnect the door switch wires, and find the spring(s) WP337186. You will find a "plastic" door plug on the inside door panel that you will need to carefully remove with a flat bladed tool or small screwdriver. Insert the end of the cable and reinstall the plastic door plug, on the door. Now you need to insert the cable(the end with the pin hole) through the opening of the front panel , slip the end of the spring into the hole of the cable end, stretch the spring and insert it to the holes in the back side of the front panel and re install. Thanks and Good Luck

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