This dishwasher door spring restores proper counterbalance so the door opens smoothly and doesn't drop. The premium version provides the factory-specified tension used on select models for consistent, controlled door movement.
- Counterbalances the door for smooth opening and closing
- Helps prevent the door from slamming open or feeling heavy
- Supports stable, mid-position hold when springs are intact and matched
- Common signs of failure: door drops quickly, is hard to lift, or won't stay in position
What's included: 1 door spring Installation notes:
- Disconnect power and water; remove the toe kick/access panel to reach the springs
- Note which frame/hinge holes the old spring used and install the new spring in the same positions to match tension
- Use pliers to relieve tension safely; if your model uses two springs, replace both for balanced operation
- Wear gloves and eye protection; keep hands clear of moving hinges
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
The dishwasher door spring broke. Rachael T. • Junction City , OR • November 07, 2022
I ordered the parts, deciding that if one spring had broken, the other one should probably be replaced at the same time. I followed the suggestion of ordering the door spring bearing given on the ordering page, and since I had not yet pulled out the dishwasher, did not know that it was not used in this older model. However, the order arrived quickly (4 days), and they are genuine Whirlpool, made in the USA, parts. The access to the sides of the dishwasher where the springs are attached...
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