Oven door will not stay closed tightly; heat escapes and cooking is uneven.

Safety first: Work on the door only when the oven is cool.

Steps to check:

• Inspect gasket: Run your hand around the gasket to feel for flat spots, tears, or gaps. Replace if damaged.
• Clean sealing surfaces: Clean the door and frame contact areas to remove baked-on residue that can prevent sealing.
• Check hinge tension: If the door feels loose or drops easily, replace the door hinges.