Belling Door Alignment / Seal Failure

Refrigerator door not closing properly or popping open.

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Possible Causes

Uneven leveling, Overloaded door shelves, Warped door gasket, Hinges misaligned or worn

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Take care when adjusting hinges to avoid the door falling.

Steps to improve door closure:

  • 1. Level the cabinet: Adjust front feet so the fridge leans slightly back, helping doors close by gravity.
  • 2. Reduce door load: Remove heavy items from door shelves that may twist the door.
  • 3. Inspect gasket: Check for gaps or twists. Warm the gasket gently with a hairdryer and reshape if slightly deformed. Replace if torn or hardened.
  • 4. Adjust hinges: Loosen hinge screws slightly, realign the door, and retighten. On some models, hinge spacers can be added or removed to adjust height.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Door Gasket
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