Frigidaire Gallery Door Spring / Cable Failure

Dishwasher door drops open quickly or will not stay in the partially open position.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Broken door springs, Frayed or broken door tension cables, Misadjusted spring tension, Mounting bracket damage

Safety first: Turn off power and support the door to prevent it from dropping suddenly.

Pull unit out slightly: Remove the toe-kick and gently slide the dishwasher out to access the sides.
Inspect springs and cables: On each side, check the door springs and tension cables. Replace any broken or frayed parts as a set.
Adjust tension: Use the designated holes or brackets to adjust spring tension so the door stays open at mid-position.
Reinstall and test: Slide the unit back in, secure it, and test door operation several times.

Medium 3/5

Door Spring and Cable Kit

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