GE Café Door Alignment / Gasket Seal Issue

Fresh food or freezer door does not close properly or pops open.

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Possible Causes

Misaligned door hinges, Warped door gasket, Items blocking shelves or bins, Refrigerator not level

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Use caution when adjusting heavy doors.

Poor door closure affects cooling and can cause frost and moisture issues.

  • Check for obstructions: Ensure shelves, bins, and food items are not preventing the door from closing.
  • Inspect gaskets: Look for twisted, torn, or hardened gaskets. Warm them with a hair dryer on low and reshape if needed.
  • Level the unit: Adjust leveling legs so the refrigerator leans slightly back, helping doors close by gravity.
  • Adjust hinges: On some Café models, hinge bolts can be loosened to realign the door. Adjust until the gasket contacts evenly all around.
  • Replace gasket: If the gasket is damaged or will not seal, replace it with a GE Café-compatible gasket.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Door Gasket
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