Miele Door Spring / Cable Imbalance

Dishwasher door drops down too quickly or does not stay in intermediate positions.

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 or stretched door springs, Frayed or snapped door tension cables, Incorrect spring tension adjustment

Safety: Disconnect power before removing side panels. The door is heavy; support it while working.

Inspect springs: Remove side panels to view the door springs and tension cables on each side.
Check cables: Look for frayed or broken cables and replace both sides as a set if damaged.
Adjust tension: If springs are intact, adjust the spring tension according to the installation instructions so the door stays open at about 45°.
Replace springs: If springs are stretched or broken, replace them with the correct Miele parts for your model.

Medium 3/5

Door Springs and Tension Cables

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