Customer Questions and Answers for Door Seal (Dishwasher) by Whirlpool

This dishwasher door seal fits into the tub channel to create a tight, water-resistant barrier when the door closes. Replacing a worn gasket helps stop nuisance leaks and restores proper door compression and moisture containment.

• Creates the primary seal around the dishwasher tub opening when the door is closed
• Helps keep wash water, suds, and steam inside the wash cavity
• Wear can lead to drips at the front corners or along the sides
• Replace if the gasket is cracked, torn, flattened, or no longer sealing; the door may be harder to latch

• Disconnect power and turn off the water supply before servicing
• Remove the old gasket and thoroughly clean the channel of debris and residue
• Warm and relax the new gasket; start at the top center and press evenly into the channel without stretching
• Close the door for several hours to help the seal set; run a test cycle and check for leaks