White Westinghouse Oven doesn't bake evenly: Common Causes & How to Fix

Disconnect power supply - Locate the circuit breaker for the oven and switch it off before starting work. This prevents electric shock.

Remove oven racks - Take out all racks and accessories to clear the way to the bake element.

Locate mounting screws - The bake element is held in place by mounting screws accessible from the rear. Remove these screws.

Disconnect wires - Detach the electrical connectors from the terminals on the ends of the bake element. Make note of wire positions.

Extract old element - Gently slide out the old bake element, being careful not to damage the ceramic insulation.

Install new element - Carefully insert the replacement bake element into the oven cavity along the same path as the old one.

Reconnect wires - Attach element connector wires according to notes from disassembly to match original configuration.

Remount element - Insert mounting screws to securely fasten the new bake element into place.

Replace oven racks - Return all racks and accessories to their original positions within the oven.

Restore power & test - Turn circuit breaker back on. Turn on oven to verify proper heating operation.

Disconnect power to the oven at the main circuit breaker for safety.

Remove oven control knobs, bezels and back panels to access relay board.

Identify wire harness connectors attached to the original relay board.

Disconnect wire harness connectors by depressing locking tabs and pulling apart.

Remove mounting screws or clips securing relay board in the oven cavity.

Carefully lift out old relay board assembly. Check for fit issues with replacement.

Position new relay board assembly and start any mounting screws or clips.

Reconnect all wire harness connectors firmly until locked in place.

Fully secure relay board mounting and replace removed panels/knobs.

Restore power and test all oven functions before use.

Shut off power. Locate the circuit breaker for the range and shut it off to cut power to the appliance.

Disconnect power supply to the range at the main circuit breaker for safety.

Remove broiler/top oven panels by lifting out mounting clips or screws.

Carefully pull broil element shelf out to fully access element wires.

Detach wire leads from element by loosening screwdriver terminal screws.

Slide old broil element out of mounting slots at rear of broiler box.

Insert replacement element leads first through access hole before sliding into slots.

Tighten terminal screws to securely connect wires to new element.

Slide shelf back into position below element and replace panels.

Reconnect power supply at main breaker and test broiler function.

Replace any insulation blankets or heat shields removed during replacement.

Shut off power to the range by flipping the circuit breaker or unplugging the appliance. This ensures safety during repair work.

Remove the oven control knobs by gently pulling them straight up off of their stems. Set aside.

Remove the oven control panel by locating the mounting screws around the perimeter and carefully removing them.

Disconnect the wires attached to the temperature sensor by squeezing locking tabs and pulling wires free. Note positions or take photos for reference.

Remove any mounting screws or hardware securing the sensor in place inside the oven cavity.

Carefully withdraw the old sensor. Avoid damaging its wire leads or silicon insulation.

Insert the new temperature sensor in the same location, feeding wires through access route.

Reattach wires by securely pushing leads into their original connector positions on the sensor.

Replace control panel and securing screws around its edges.

Test the oven's functions like baking and temperature readout to ensure proper operation.

Shut off power to the range by locating the circuit breaker and shutting it off. This prevents electric shock.

Remove the control knobs by gently pulling straight up and off of the stems they attach to. Set aside.

Remove the control panel of the oven by locating mounting screws around the edges and carefully removing them.

Disconnect the wire connectors attached to the control board by squeezing release tabs and gently pulling wires free.

Remove mounting screws or other hardware securing the board in place. Lift out the old board.

Install the new control board and attach with original mounting screws or hardware.

Reconnect wire connectors to matching terminals, ensuring colors or locations match up properly.

Replace the control panel and mounting screws around the edges.

Reattach control knobs by pushing them back onto the stems.

Restore power and test ovent functions like bake, broil, temperature controls.

Disconnect power supply - Locate the circuit breaker for the oven and switch it off before starting work. This prevents electric shock.

Remove oven racks - Take out all racks and accessories to clear access to the convection element.

Remove cover panel - The convection element is usually behind a removable cover panel in the rear of the oven. Unscrew this panel.

Disconnect wires - Detach the electrical connectors from the terminals on the ends of the convection element. Note wire positions.

Extract old element - Carefully slide out the old convection element without damaging the ceramic insulation.

Install new element - Slowly insert the replacement convection element along the same path as the old one.

Reconnect wires - Reattach the connector wires according to notes from disassembly to match original configuration.

Replace cover panel - Remount the rear cover panel with the original screws. Make sure wires are secure.

Return oven racks - Replace all racks and accessories to their original positions.

Restore power & test - Turn circuit breaker back on. Verify proper convection operation by turning oven on.

Shut off power to the range by locating the circuit breaker and shutting it off. This prevents electric shock.

Remove the control knobs by gently pulling straight up and off of the stems they attach to. Set aside.

Remove the control panel of the oven by locating mounting screws around the edges and carefully removing them.

Disconnect the wire connectors attached to the control board by squeezing release tabs and gently pulling wires free.

Remove mounting screws or other hardware securing the board in place. Lift out the old board.

Install the new control board and attach with original mounting screws or hardware.

Reconnect wire connectors to matching terminals, ensuring colors or locations match up properly.

Replace the control panel and mounting screws around the edges.

Reattach control knobs by pushing them back onto the stems.

Restore power and test ovent functions like bake, broil, temperature controls.

Disconnect power. Turn off power to the range at the main circuit breaker before working on any electrical components.

Remove fan housing cover. Unfasten screws or tabs to remove the oven's convection fan housing cover.

Disconnect wires. Unplug the electrical wires attached to the existing convection motor. Note wire positions.

Remove mounting screws. Use a nut driver or screwdriver to detach the screws or bolts securing the motor in place.

Extract old motor. Pull out the worn convection motor from the rear of the oven fan housing compartment.

Install new motor. Seat the replacement convection motor where the other was located and fasten securely using the mounting screws.

Reconnect wires. Plug the electrical wires back into the corresponding ports on the new motor as noted earlier.

Replace fan housing cover. Secure the convection fan housing cover with its retaining screws or tabs.

Energize system. Restore power at the main breaker and check that the new convection motor turns on as intended.

Test functionality. Operate the oven in convection mode to verify proper airflow from the replacement motor.

Open oven door fully - Open the oven door completely so you can access the entire seal around the door frame.

Remove old seal - Slowly peel away the old oven door seal, working your way around the door frame. Use a putty knife to help pry it off if needed.

Clean door frame - Use a clean rag to wipe away any debris or old adhesive on the door frame once old seal is removed.

Measure new seal - Measure the length of the door frame and cut the new oven seal to the correct length if needed.

Remove adhesive backing - Peel off the adhesive backing from the new oven door seal.

Attach new seal - Starting at one corner, press the new oven seal firmly into place along the door frame.

Secure ends - Make sure the ends of the new seal meet together neatly. Trim any excess length.

Inspect installation - Slowly close the oven door and inspect the new seal to make sure it sits flush with no gaps.

Allow adhesive to cure - Let the adhesive cure according to manufacturer instructions before using oven.

Test seal - Turn oven on and verify no heat or air is escaping through the new door seal.

Open the oven door fully to access the door gasket.

Gently pull the existing gasket material away from the outer door frame channel.

Use a putty knife if needed to scrape away residual adhesive.

Wipe the channel clean with a rag or compressed air.

Trim the replacement gasket to fit the contour of the door channel.

Peel the backing paper off the adhesive strip on the new gasket.

Carefully push the gasket into the channel, starting at one end and working around.

Use the putty knife to fully seat it if needed.

Close the door and check the seal all around for gaps.

Reinstall the door if it was removed and test seal when hot.