Nigel M West Hartford , CT December 20, 2015 Appliance: Whirlpool Washer WFW97HEXL2 Gunk build up in the boot caused mold washer was not draining properly in this area Removed washer lid, then upper front panel with controls. Popped off the front retaining ring, then pushed the boot into the washer area after detaching the detergent hose and LED light from the boot. Detached the door lock mechanism. Removed the front panel with the door. Then removed main retaining ring after loosening with Phillips head screwdriver. Removed the old boot. I found a bunch of nasty stuff in the cavity between the main drum and rotating drum which was blocking the boot from draining. While I had the front off, I also cleaned out the pump strainer which is located under the drum area. Just turn the lid in an anti clockwise direction - put a rag under to catch water. The old boot was actually OK, but I replaced it as I could not clean the mold off. Installation was easy, only tricky part was putting the spring loaded front retaining ring on. I figured out that if you half install it, then use needle nose pliers and pull the spring across at the bottom, then there is enough friction that it will not rotate around the boot, and you can easily get it on. Overall everything went smoothly and the wife is happy. Read More... 10 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers
Steve F Johns Island , SC May 23, 2021 Appliance: Whirlpool Washer WFW92HEFC0 Water leaking from front load washer. Using the APP video this was a very doable fix -- saved big dough and very satisfying. Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers
Ana M Fullerton , CA June 02, 2020 Appliance: Model MHW7000XW2 - MAYTAG WASHER Seal on door had a cut. Follow DIY instruction for the repair and is a success. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Bernard S Elkins , AR May 14, 2026 Mildew gunk and bad odor on existing door seal Replaced door boot seal. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set
Steve C Canton , GA October 20, 2026 Appliance: Whirlpool Washer WFW92HEFW0 Front load washing machine severe mildew accumulation on original door gasket (9 years old) Replaced door bellows/boot seal with OEM boot seal from ApplicancePartsPros. Their YouTube video was very helpful. If I may offer a suggestion; it would be nice if the video also included a point about making sure the drain holes in the bottom of the gasket are aligned with the drain holes in the plate to which it mounts. I installed mine with the arrow at the top pointing up as the video instructed, but I failed to insure the drain holes at the bottom were properly aligned (my bad). Ran a test rinse cycle and ended up with a puddle of water at the bottom of the gasket. Did the job again and this time aligned the gasket properly; no more puddles and lesson learned. I also found that using several spring clamps helps to keep the outer seal retainer band/clamp in place as you stretch the spring and work the wire into the groove. I used a plastic automotive trim tool instead of a screwdriver to reduce the likelihood of piercing the seal during the prying operation. Overall a good experience. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 2+ hours Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set