Oven door will not unlock after self-clean cycle completes.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Allow the oven to cool completely; the door will not unlock while the cavity is hot. Disconnect power before attempting manual release.
- Wait for cooling: It may take several hours after self-clean for the lock to release.
- Power reset: Turn off the breaker for 5 minutes, then restore power and see if the lock cycles.
- Manual release: Consult your Midea manual; many models have a manual release lever accessible from behind the control panel or through the rear panel.
If the lock remains stuck, the door lock motor assembly or switch is likely faulty and should be replaced by a technician.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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