Midea Door Lock Stuck Closed

Oven door will not unlock after self-clean, oven has cooled

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Safety Warning

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.

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Possible Causes

Jammed lock mechanism, Failed door lock motor, Faulty lock position switch, Main control board not sending unlock signal

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power at the breaker and allow the oven to cool completely before attempting to release the lock.

Try electronic reset:

  • After the oven is cool, restore power and attempt to start and then cancel a self-clean cycle to trigger an unlock.

Manual release:

  • If the door remains locked, disconnect power again.
  • Remove the top panel to access the door lock assembly.
  • Locate the manual release lever or gently move the lock rod to the unlock position.
  • Do not force the door; ensure the lock is fully retracted before opening.

Replace the door lock assembly if it binds or the motor does not operate correctly.

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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Door Lock Assembly
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