LG Range broiler or storage drawer won't close: Common Causes & How to Fix

Repair Instructions:

The drawer glides are metal or plastic rails that allow rollout drawers like the broiler or storage drawer to smoothly open and close. If the glides are damaged, bent, or off-track, it can cause the drawer to get stuck and not close fully. Some common issues include broken welds or attachment points on the glides, kinked glide rails preventing them from sliding properly, or rollers that have popped off the tracks. This allows the drawer to sag, tilt downward, and get jammed. Having a overloaded or unaligned drawer can also put extra stress on the glides causing them to warp or detach over time. Inspect the glide rails for smoothness and proper alignment, and test if the drawer slides in and out when empty.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Drawer Glide

1. Remove drawer. Pull the drawer out past the glide locks to remove from the glide assemblies. Set aside.

2. Loosen glide mounting screws. The glides are secured under the cabinet with screws - remove to detach glide from base.

3. Remove old glide assembly. Lift the worn glide straight up and out of the mounting slots once screws are taken out.

4. Clean assembly area. Wipe away any debris from the bottom of the drawer opening where the new glide will mount.

5. Position replacement glide. Set the fresh glide into place, aligning its screw holes with those in the cabinet base below.

6. Secure glide mounting. Refasten the glide securely under the cabinet using the original screws withdrawn earlier.

7. Reinstall drawer. Slide the drawer softly back onto the track assemblies, locking it fully open for testing.

8. Check movement. Operate the drawer smoothly in and out to confirm steady guided motion with new glide installed.

9. Repeat for other side. Replace the second glide if both required changing for smooth one-handed opening.

10. Replace any cabinets. Return the drawer storage area to normal operation once testing complete.

Repair Instructions:

The drawer support is the frame that the rollout drawer slides into underneath the range. It has rails that guide the drawer and keep it aligned as it opens and closes. If the drawer support structure is damaged or bent, it can prevent the drawer from closing fully. Some common issues include bent or broken support rails, support tabs that have snapped off, improper alignment, or a support that is warped from overloading. With the underlying support damaged, the drawer will sag and get stuck when sliding in. The drawer may scrape along the bent rails or hit the misaligned support tabs. Trying to force the sticky drawer closed can cause further damage. Proper drawer support alignment and condition is crucial for easy opening and closing.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Drawer Support

1. Empty drawer contents. Remove all items from the drawer before repairing its support system.

2. Lift out drawer. Gently pull drawer fully outward past locking tabs to disengage it from glide tracks.

3. Locate support bolts. Support brackets bolting onto the cabinet base hold the drawer weight - find bolts.

4. Remove bolts. Using a socket wrench or screwdriver, detach all bolts securing the worn support in place.

5. Withdraw old support. Once fully unbolted, lift out the bracket no longer needed from its position under the cabinet.

6. Clean mounting area. Wipe away any debris where the new support will attach before installation.

7. Position fresh support. Set replacement bracket where original was fitted, aligning bolt holes.

8. Rebolt securely. Insert and tighten all bolts to firmly affix the new support structure under the cabinet base.

9. Reinsert drawer. Slide drawer carefully back onto glide tracks, checking side-to-side stability with new support.

10. Reload and test fully. Fill drawer and operate to confirm smooth movement with replaced component.

Repair Instructions:

The drawer guides are the metal rails on either side of the drawer that allow it to smoothly slide in and out of the range. If the drawer guides are warped, bent, or misaligned, it can prevent the broiler or storage drawer from closing all the way. Some common issues that cause closure problems include guides that are twisted from overstuffing the drawer, guides that have popped loose from their attachment points allowing them to sag, guides with kinked or bent rails that obstruct sliding, and guides that are not properly aligned causing the drawer to scrub or jam. Trying to force a sticky drawer closed will only damage the guides further. To allow proper drawer closure, the guides must have smooth rails that are properly secured and aligned. This keeps the drawer level and sliding straight back into the range cavity without snagging.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Drawer Guide

1. Remove drawer. Pull drawer out completely past the locking tabs to remove from cabinet.

2. Locate guide bolts. Small bolts or screws anchor the drawer guide onto the edge of the cabinet opening.

3. Loosen hardware. Use an appropriate sized wrench or screwdriver to detach all bolts holding guide in place.

4. Remove old guide. Once fully unbolted, pull out the worn guide strip from where it sits along the cabinet frame.

5. Clean mounting area. Wipe away debris from the strip's channel to prepare a clean surface for the new guide.

6. Position replacement. Set the fresh guide into the channel where the old one sat along the cabinet edge.

7. Rebolt securely. Insert and tighten all hardware to firmly affix the new guide to its mounting position.

8. Refit drawer. Carefully slide drawer back into cabinet and check motion with guide replaced.

9. Check alignment. Open and close drawer fully to confirm smooth travel within the guide channel.

10. Secure and test. Load drawer to check repaired support allows one-handed opening and closing.

Repair Instructions:

The slide rails are the runners on the sides of the drawer that allow it to smoothly extend out and retract back into the range. If the slide rails become bent, warped, or misaligned, this can cause the broiler or storage drawer to get stuck part way closed. Some common rail issues include deformities from overstuffing the drawer, detachment from the roller brackets, and bending from excessive weight strain. A rail can also get knocked out of alignment if the drawer is forced closed when overpacked. This puts vertical pressure instead of sliding in straight horizontally. With damaged, misaligned, or non-smooth rails, the drawer cannot freely slide back into the range cavity. Forcing the sticky drawer will grind the rails further.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Drawer Slide Rail

1. Remove drawer contents. Empty the drawer of all items before servicing its slide rails.

2. Pull out drawer. Extend drawer fully to disengage end of rails from cabinet-mounted brackets.

3. Detach rail retainers. Small clips or screws fasten each rail to the drawer - remove all hardware.

4. Slide off old rail. Once unclipped, pull the worn rail straight out and away from the drawer side panel.

5. Wipe mounting area. Clean the channel where the new rail will sit on the inside of the drawer side.

6. Position replacement. Set fresh rail into place, aligning its clip holes with those in the drawer panel.

7. Refasten securely. Replace all retainer clips or screws to rigidly affix the new rail to the drawer.

8. Slide in drawer. Carefully push drawer partially into cabinet to engage rails in brackets.

9. Check mobility. Open and close drawer fully to ensure smooth travel on rails after repair.

10. Reload contents. Refill drawer and operate to confirm one-handed motion with replaced component.

Repair Instructions:

The drawer track is the entire sliding mechanism that allows the broiler or storage drawer to smoothly extend out and retract into the range. This includes the rails, rollers, and supporting brackets. If any component of the track is warped, bent, or misaligned, it can cause the drawer to get stuck part way closed. Common issues include deformed rails from overpacking, rollers popping loose from worn brackets, and overall track alignment being off causing the drawer to scrub the opening. Excess weight strain over time can also bend the tracks. With damaged or non-smooth tracks, the drawer cannot freely slide all the way back into the range cavity. Forcing the sticky drawer closed will only grind the tracks further. 

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Drawer Track

1. Remove drawer unit. Fully extend drawer and lift out to detach from track inside cabinet wall.

2. Locate track screws. The metal or plastic drawer track is secured to walls with screws along its length.

3. Unfasten screws. Use an appropriate sized screwdriver or wrench to remove all screws retaining the track.

4. Extract old track. Once unscrewed, gently pull the worn track straight away from the cabinet wall mounting.

5. Clean wall channel. Wipe away dirt and debris from where the new track will be positioned inside cabinet.

6. Position replacement. Set the fresh track into the wall channel with its screw holes aligned in the proper places.

7. Refit screws. Insert and tightly fasten screws along the track to rigidly fix it to the cabinet wall again.

8. Refit drawer rails. Carefully slide drawer unit back into track opening and check guided motion.

9. Test mobility. Fully open and close drawer to confirm smooth travel after track replacement.

10. Reload drawer. Refill for normal operation once testing shows fluid one-handed movement.

Repair Instructions:

The actual drawer containing the broiler or storage compartments plays an important role in operating smoothly. If the drawer is damaged, overloaded, or out of alignment, it can prevent the drawer from closing completely into the range. Common drawer issues include broken or missing drawer stops that allow it to slide out too far, dents or warps in the drawer frame from excessive weight causing it to bind, and the drawer being overloaded with pots or utensils obstructing it from closing. If contents are jammed against the back or sides of the drawer, this can stop it from properly retracting all the way. Removing excess weight and realigning the drawer can help improve closure. But a drawer that is warped or has broken components may need to be repaired or replaced. The drawer frame, slides, and stops need to all be in good condition to properly align and support the drawer for easy opening and complete closing every time.

How to Replace Range/Stove/Oven Drawer

1. Remove contents. Empty the existing drawer of all items stored inside.

2. Disconnect rails. Remove any attachment screws or clips joining the drawer sides to the slide rails.

3. Lift out old drawer. Pull the drawer fully outward and lift upward to detach it completely from the oven cavity.

4. Wipe mounting area. Clean grease or debris from the cabinet walls where the new drawer base will sit.

5. Position replacement. Set the fresh drawer into the frame space aligned properly within the walls.

6. Attach slides. Reconnect the drawer sides to the built-in slide rails using attachment screws or clips.

7. Test movement. Open and close the new drawer fully to ensure smooth travel within the frame.

8. Adjust as needed. Fine-tune any alignment issues by loosening rail mounts slightly for better operation.

9. Reload contents. Return stored items back into the replacement drawer unit.

10. Operate fully. Check one-handed access and stable function before regular use.

Repair Instructions:

Sometimes, cooking trays, pans, or other items stored in the drawer can prevent the drawer from closing correctly. You can try rearranging these items or removing them to make sure nothing is blocking the drawer.