Kenmore Door Hinge / Spring Imbalance

Dishwasher door falls open quickly or will not stay in the desired 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, Detached or broken door cables, Misadjusted spring tension, Worn hinge arms

Safety first: Turn off power and support the door to prevent injury.

Remove toe-kick: Access the door springs and cables on each side.
Inspect springs and cables: Replace any broken springs or frayed/broken cables with OEM parts.
Adjust tension: On adjustable systems, move the spring hook to a different notch to balance the door weight.
Check hinges: Replace hinge arms if bent or excessively worn.

Medium 3/5

Door Spring and Cable Kit

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