Dishwasher repair - Leaking from bottom of door - troubleshooting Whirlpool

[@matthewnolte3009]

Just moved into our new place and I noticed a leak and had to stop the dishwasher before going to bed. I’ve been so stressed about it and other things related to the move, so I barely slept all night. In fact, I watched this video at 4:30 am! After watching the video, I opened the dishwasher to look at the gasket, and found a bottom screw sticking out right where the leak was. I screwed it back in and ran it. No more leaks! This literally took five seconds and saved me a few days/weeks worth of headaches waiting for someone else to fix the dishwasher. Thank you thank you thank you! I’m gonna go back to sleep now! Haha

[@dianafreeman419]

7 years ago you made this video and it's still helping diyers like me today lol. Thank you!

[@VijayBhalla]

My whirlpool gold series 2013 dishwasher was leaking bottom of door. Leak used to start about 5 to 10 minutes after the cycle used to start. Source of leak turned out to be rubber gasket of heat vent that is on top left corner. It was accessible after removing door cover and opening the vent. Had hard water deposited on gasket. Cleaning with vinegar and giving a nice coat of vaseline before putting all together back resolved the issue.

[@johndias6614]

9 years later...still helping us DIYers! Replaced the gasket but didn't check the screws...it was the screws.

[@903jasonl]

Great video! My dishwasher was leaking and I tighten my door screws and changed the door seal. No more leaks afterwards! Saved money on buying a new dishwasher. Thanks!

[@theweberz1]

Very helpful. My wife wants a new dishwasher... she got a new gasket. :)

[@ezrider1967]

Haha! mine too!

[@Hoodratz_lives_matter]

Weber Family 😂😂😂

[@Etcher]

😊😊😊

[@LyRiCss718]

Lol

[@raybois]

I've been trying to get my 74 years old wife a new gasket too... Can you help?

[@chrisemerson7743]

Nice video! Simple and to the point! I hate it when some channels will talk for the first 3-4min about everything except but what you came to the video for in the first place! lol

[@MoeRubenzahl]

Nicely done!! Well explained. So many of these videos are yak, yak, yak, but you got to the point. I was about to order a gasket but first, I removed and cleaned the old one and that did the trick. Thank you.

[@insquirrel]

Don't forget about the gasket around the ventilation strip.

[@John-yu5je]

When replacing the door gasket, it is always good to replace the lower door gasket as well. In fact, if there is a corner leak, with all due respect to your video, the lower door gasket is most likely the cause before the door gasket. There are videos on this but basically open the door, remove the screws holding the front panel, close the door and remove the front panel. Open the door and remove the old gasket, note the groves so you will install the new one correctly, and go ahead and install it. Slide the front panel back in, open the door and put the 4 screws back in. Replacing both will insure a tight seal all around! That's all there is to it!

[@markglover5829]

needs a lesson on how to repair a dishwasher gasket forget important first couple of steps

[@John-yu5je]

+Mark Glover Not sure I understand your question. Adam's video shows how to replace the gasket. I was suggesting you replace the lower door gasket as long as you were replacing the door gasket as well. I bought both gaskets for around $9 online, but don't recall where.

[@eosjoe565]

It appears that not all dishwashers have a rubber lower seal. Our Whirlpool GU2455XTSQ2 does not appear to have one. Also, looking at the exploded parts listing for this model does not show a lower seal.

[@roadracer1111]

There is no bottom seal

[@walkersonneville5036]

Mine has a bottom seal

[@erinmarie2789]

Bless you, Sir! I almost bought a whole new dishwasher when I just needed to replace a screw 😅

[@dezireeburk1857]

I'm a new homeowner and mine started leaking so I've been taking my dishwasher apart 😅 literally...trying to fix it/ trying to find helpful videos and yours is the 1st to actually make sense for my type of dishwasher!!! Thank you!!! I'm going to give this a go 😊

[@havenonwheels5158]

This is by far the best video on replacing the gasket. I can shut the door now! Thank you!

[@jamescarpenter6642]

Your first step saved the night: I tightened the screws and no more leak. Thank you!

[@scottmcewan6612]

Just needed to clean mine. Bunch of junk built up over the years. Still - helped me fix a leak in 10 min. Thanks!

[@travisstokes4668]

The corners were my problem. One was loose on my new dishwasher. Pulled the wrinkle out and ooala! No leak! Thank you!!

[@mattdong1]

Hey GREAT video!!!! Our dishwasher was leaking this morning; I suspected that it was the gasket however it still looked in good shape. After cleaning the debris and scum off the rubber, it was still leaking. My wife was looking at new dishwashing machines online. ANYWAY, I watched your video and saw that you recommended inspecting the SCREWS on the sides of the door. The lower screws were loose and sticking out. I used my screwdriver with the appropriate star bit and screwed them down again. NO LEAKING! THANKS! I guess after being used everyday for the past several years the screws got loose. If you think about it thats a pretty sturdy machine since its being used almost every single day.

[@urphotoguy]

Great video. Thanks I would have liked to see how the bottom ends lie once in place. Do they but to the bottom or slightly curl towards the door?

[@bradblake6840]

So my problem was not the gasket. My dishwasher was leaking from the bottom of the door around the middle. I checked the gasket, arm movement, float switch, water level and screw tightness on the doors but nothing seemed out of order. I removed the lower arm assembly and exposed the mounting plate (6-8 screws in a circle under the arm assembly) and discovered that the screws facing the door were loose. This was allowing water to bypass the lower wash arms and push the water over the lower housing of the door. Pretty simple fix, but just a bear to find.

[@queen6590]

Do you have a video

[@rosettapstone]

I've changed the gasket, no success, and the seal at the bottom which was a lot of work... No success. Do you have a vid on your method? Or photo to show the area to check?

[@insquirrel]

If you've changed the door gasket, and ruled out everything else, remove the inner door panel and find the ventilation strip! There is a foam gasket that was the culprit for me. I'm shocked at how few people mention this in their posts. Peel off the gasket and reglue it with B7000 or something similar. My Maytag wad dripping water every cycle - sometimes only a few drips, but sometimes as much as a liter, which was getting worse over time. As soon as I reglued the foam seal on the black vent piece, my dishwasher completely stopped dripping and is BONE DRY. You are welcome!

[@b16crxt]

Mine has a similar leak. I’ll look for any loose screws. When I feel under the door, the insulation behind the outer skin is wet and dripping.

[@insquirrel]

​@@b16crxtcheck the ventilation opening. Peel away the foam gasket and reseal it with flexible waterproof glue, like B7000.

[@maddogrk1]

Nice job. Not sure if this is my problem, but at least now I can look at it differently. Your presentation is excellent. You can be the most knowledgeable person in the world, but if you can’t present that clearly it’s not effective. Thanks again for a great presentation.

[@crystalbeaty2646]

This was a life saver for this stay at home mom. I have fixed everything in my house at one tome or another. Thank you for showing what happens if it doesn't fit right and troubleshooting.

[@BlueHouseSessions828]

Apply to be a maintenance tech whenever you want a job again. Great money, job security, benefits, and great pay. Don’t let your skills go to waste at home!

[@limeallens6160]

good girl

[@AutismusPrime69]

Try and find a job

[@insquirrel]

​@@AutismusPrime69your mom

[@melissawilson5821]

Thank you for your post. Saved me from calling someone. Got a new gasket with shipping for less than $30.

[@borndiy5490]

Best video I have seen. Beats buying a new one and mine is 18-inch and cost way too much. Thanks for your help and savings.

[@joshbusico]

This was EXTREMELY helpful! Thanks so much!

[@partsfe]

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[@matilynbaldwin5696]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you, AdamDIY! You saved us tons of time and money with this simple fix. Melanie & Larry

[@antoniotomasado4237]

Unusual Cause of Door leak! I chased this door leak problem for a long time. At the end of the cycle, the DW was fully drained but would slowly drip during wash cycle. I inspected for all the usual listed problems. Checked sprayer arms for possible cracks, checked fill valve, replaced main door gasket, bottom door gasket and float; didn't cure the problem. As a last resort, I went under house and found a a drooping ABS plastic drain pipe. The pipe is 2" dia. and had a 2" droop that meant the line would still drain but slowly, thus backing up slightly on the fill and drain cycles. I reset the slope on the ABS drain pipe and for 9 months, no more dripping on floor. I do keep a "Leak Squeek" (from Amazon; no batteries and low profile) alarm on the floor just in case.

[@danielwall1646]

Excellent information. My gasket had started to dry rot and I had several screws backed out as well. Torx 1.5 and we are leak free. Thank You

[@jessstuart7495]

Wish you showed a little more detail in the corners. Does the seal come strait into the corner butting against the bottom, or do you put a 90-degree bend at the bottom?

[@AraCarrano]

I had same issues, same Parts shotgun, Ended up finding the lower sprayer bar had split along the sonic weld and was sending water sideways at such pressure to overcome the door gasket/pan lip.

[@addydog2012]

Awesome! My husband, who is handicapped, wanted to call a repairman… 😅! I watched your video, I can do that! Wish me luck!😊

[@kdpjsp]

I bought and returned 2 door gaskets. The new ones are TOO STIFF and TOO FAT to fit in the groove. HERE IS HOW I FIXED THE SUMBITCH: The old gasket was fine except for the bottom 1-2 inches on both ends. They split and deformed to the point where they no longer sealed. I removed the whole seal, doubled it in half and cut it into TWO equal lengths. CUT OFF the 1-2 inches from the ends that are deformed. Reinstall the seals, but now leave a gap at the TOP where the latch is. Take the deformed pieces you cut off and place them in the groove at the TOP where the latch is. PROBLEM SOLVED!!!

[@AdamDIY]

Nice job!

[@techfive7202]

Kevin why not? You didn't have anything to lose right?

[@limejeeper2445]

Sounds like a good idea if it's leaking. I read that you are supposed to soak it in hot water for 20 mins or so,the new gasket. Before the install,to soften it up

[@user-fq7tv2lo6e]

Good thinking sir, just tried it so far so good (instead of cutting off both bottom 1-2 inches, cut seal in half and just flip seal around and let deformed pieces meet up in middle, leaves only one gap at top)

[@BenPeckover]

Why not cut it in half and put the cut end on the opposite sides so the deformed bits meet in the middle at the top where the latch is?

[@GeorgiaMade404]

What happened to the days of appliances working for decades with no repair or maintenance? We have brand new Whirlpool appliances and we’re having problems with all of them! Smh

[@radonease8729]

I'm with Webber, and John both Thanks Adam and John for the follow through! It seems kinda like changing 1 tire, 1 spark plug. Do it all Dangit! Git'r done!

[@thomasarussellsr]

1 brake pad?

[@treatersfolders92]

Tightened all screws, removed, cleaned and cut door gasket in half. Put good ends in corner of door. Leak resolved, thank you! But while working on it, cleaned out drain hose attached to garbage disposal with spiked snake, rinsed with vinegar, cleaned out debris from sprayers with tweezers, angled dishwasher a little bit towards back too That bit** better work now

[@vfs193]

Thank you. Worked for me on $50 garage sale dishwasher. Woohoo.

[@sophiawiltshire7923]

Thanks for this video. My dishwasher was leaking at the bottom and i checked my gasket. It had moved at the bottom so i pushed it back in place and it was good.

[@andyh2561]

Thank you so much for your tip. I replaces the rubber gasket but it was still leaking. It was loose screws caused the leak! 😁

[@Silverdragon517]

Tightening the screws made my leak stop on the right side . Thank you

[@thislittletribeofmine10]

Thanks! I took my tub gasket out to clean it. Didnt pay attention to exactly how it went back in. You saved the day. After I watched this it took only a couple minutes and I'm good to go and it is clean again!

[@bones349]

Great video! I ran into an issue with the door not latching after installing the new gasket. Make sure you have the gasket pushed in all the way. I also had to ‘lean’ on the door a bit until it finally grabbed and latched closed. I’m guessing the new gasket needs to be worn in a tiny bit before fitting?

[@insquirrel]

Always stretch it out as you go.

[@Da5hiz]

Thanks for pointing out the screws possibly being lose. I replaced my door seal and it was still leaking and found out it was just two lose screws on the inside of the door not letting it seal properly. 🤦

[@ravi5u]

Thank you for the video. Going to try this out. Of course my leak starts just after the warranty ends.

[@moonmagnolia7]

Door screws tight. But noticed door gasket did not quite reach as far down as it could. As I was wiping it clean with a paper towel, it stretched downward on its own so I encouraged it to go to the very end. Am running another test. This time on the “pots and pans” cycle since that pushes more water into the dishwasher.🙏🏽 Prayer answered with a “Yes”! 😃 Water now stays inside the dishwasher, even when full if the maximum amount of water (regulated as it should be).

[@markcandee4399]

Thanks so much! Turned out I had several of the door screws that had backed out. Great tip!!!

[@popeye7581]

Door screw was woeked out! THANK YOU

[@GarryCooksPage]

Great video. You should do one on how to sharpen a pair of scissors.

[@robertphillips3869]

Garry Cook lmfoa

[@JS50108]

Good video. Thanks for the close up shots which are helpful and always needed 👍

[@southpark159753]

Saved my ass after I took the thing out to soak and couldn't get it back in. Thanks man

[@danchervenka7989]

Wouldhave like to see a.start and stop close up of each bottom corner. The old gasket had a tag hanging out a bit. When I installed new gasket I still had a leak. Suspect it's coming from here. Hate to cut it too short. Otherwise good video

[@daisyjane1070]

Dude, you saved me from hiring a plumber. I owe you a beer!

[@kirkjohnson1620]

Good video. I especially enjoyed the word "woppily"! :)

[@bryanholley]

Is it possible to remove and try re-using the old door gasket first? My dishwasher is fairly new and I'm wondering if it just needs to be adjusted as opposed to replaced.

[@JesseJamess]

I'm going to start a GoFundMe page to get you a new pair of scissors Adam 4:14 😂

[@wellsbengston4132]

Thank you for this video. Mine had a loose screw that caused the leak.

[@sunnysideuptours5579]

Thanks for the video. As a single girl this was very helpful!

[@megh9263]

Thank you so much! We'll try this and see if it helps our leak.

[@isaacspiess727]

Also on my whirlpool , the float is in a spot where a dish could hold it from coming up hence making the drain not kick on , I think that is my issue , or one of them. So if you have an intermittent leak check this

[@user-fq7tv2lo6e]

Wow, been avoiding the job to look at the leaking, lile you said, screws came loose, man... thanks..

[@voodoorage2710]

Smashing job u did

[@andrewhathaway9735]

So my whirlpool dishwasher was leaking from the bottom in the middle it seems. Is there another gasket that runs parallel to the floor down there that I’m not seeing? Or would it be from the gasket you just replaced?

[@GREN6757]

Helpful, i don't want a new dishwasher!

[@dylano7242]

If leaking from corners it is the bottom of the door gasket not the side. The bottom gets warn out faster. The bottom dooe gasket is what keeps the wayer inside the tub not the side gaskets

[@resurection96]

nice job adam

[@angelovolpe7748]

Would removing the old gasket and reinserting it...perhaps fix the issue of leaking at the bottom corner?

[@ElroyHaba]

I have a question my ge Dishwasher is leaking from the bottom of the door would you replace the gasket around the door or the one that’s on the bottom of the door

[@TheThatgaby]

Wonderful video

[@betsyheimbuch]

Exactly my issue - going to order a gasket.

[@zak88lx]

Do you need to use Whirlpool adhesive caulking when installing new seal?

[@elyunquebutterfly]

Thanks so much for the super clear and useful video! It seems to have fixed my problem!!

[@nanchesca3950]

Very helpful, thank you! I will order a gasket and give it a try but my question is regarding the door screws. If I tighten them the leaking stops for a while but always comes back. Today I took the screws right out to have a look and they are just screwing into a hole in metal with no nut on the back so they just basically just spin and spin. Is there a way to secure them so they stay tight without a nut?

[@davidpatton8493]

Elf shelf snl

[@thomasarussellsr]

Fill the hole with some silicone or epoxy, but make sure to give it time to set up, at least 24 hours, maybe 48. (Think "chemical weld". Ask at Auto Zone.) Squished it in the hole, screw the screws into it, let it set up about and hour, then snug the screws a bit, then let it set up for the rest of the time on the package directions.

[@julieanderson5579]

Thank you. 😃 This was very helpful.

[@calbob750]

I discovered that there is a part number for the exact whirlpool replacement gasket. Some gaskets that are shipped under different part numbers fit but are not shaped exactly like the original.

[@johnconnolly4668]

Excellent instructions. Fixed the door myself. Thank you to Joel Swenson.

[@t3chs4vy]

Thank you good sir. Saved me some green. Loose screws!

[@comiskey2005]

Just had to tighten the screws...bless you!

[@nvHumanist]

Hi aram, how do I fix those screws, I have 3 of them. I tried to fix them before they fell off but they don't seem to hold it in the grew well. Is there any way I can use glue or something to have them fixed?

[@andyp9985]

great job, to the point, thank you

[@jimdrumm2050]

I fixed my leak by replacing the spray arm! Remove the spray arm. Use a garden hose to flow water into it and see if water sprays out the sides due to the seam failing. My spray arm went go bad after 8 years. Note: Do not purchase the lowest priced gasket. It was too stiff and the door would not stay shut. I had to clamp the door to keep it shut. It did not fix the leak. That is when I found the leaking spray arm.

[@isellorganic]

THANKS. This was perfect. I have the same dishwasher.

[@pauld5737]

My problem was not the gaskets. My GE dishwasher has a filter on the inside of the door that was loose allowing water to enter thru the filter and exit bottom of door. $99.95 later, the technician tightened the filter, tested the dishwasher, and out the door he went.

[@jillianfrank2432]

Edit: I was totally putting it in wrong. I ordered a new gasket for my washing machine and an attempting to install it now. The gasket isn't sticking in place, no matter how hard I push it in or how many times I go over it. I am 99% sure this is the correct gasket for my machine. I used the whirlpool item number to order it off of amazon. Any thoughts?

[@ElevatorWasher5000]

it’s for a dishwasher

[@chanjj6334]

What happen if the water came out under the washer machine?? Need to replace the whole thing or just parts? Thanks

[@juniperala]

Very good detail. Thank you!

[@pjrobbins49]

Is there a replacement gasket for a far more reasonable cost? the price of $35 to $58 is outrageous for this piece of rubber.

[@Sparty1966grad]

ebay. They are about $10 with shipping

[@sixchiensblancs]

@@Sparty1966grad It is so nice of you to let them know!!! Even after 4 years!!! Lol, I hope that person wasn't waiting by their computer and holding their breath!... I am picturing a 4 year old skeleton, in front of a dim screen... a mouse sitting high on its skull, lit up by the cold, bluish screen light, its own huge shadow, oppressive, behind it... on the desk, a cup of coffee frozen in time...

[@carlgranieri4942]

Excellent

[@herbannana]

So on the new gasket it looks like you install it with the bell facing inwards?

[@stevenramsey2606]

You should have a tail at the bottom on both sides at the pivot point.

[@debbielubcker4542]

Thanks what a great video! Very helpful and you will be saving us money!! :)

[@rafaelpozosbilingualinsura9420]

Thank you for the information!!😊😊

[@tonyfactor]

Awesomeness!!!🤘🏼🔥

[@dylanowens3173]

There are 2 gaskets to dishwashers. A foam around the door, and a plastic one on bottom of door. And the plastic one on bottom of door is the one that breaks most as the door closes chipping it and 99% why leaks at the door not the foam one shown in video. The bottom door plastic one you have to take the front door apart and pull it out front the bottom of the door then snap new one into specific groves. Videos don't show this gasket as is harder to do than just a foam in door gasket.

[@WallysPlace66]

Ours is leaking from the middle of the bottom of the door. I checked to make sure all the screws were tight. What could cause it to leak from the middle? Thanks

[@marksilverman817]

I have the same problem any thoughts on the cause?

[@pbottomley14]

I'm researching as well and the other possibility is a part called "lower door seal". The videos describe water coming from the middle bottom of the units, not the sides like for this replacement. Good luck!

[@TigersandBearsOhMy]

@@pbottomley14 I know these are 1+ year old comments, but for anyone else looking -- for us, we had a hose that hadn't been moved for god only knows how long, and air had built up in the hose in just a way that it created an air and water pocket where nothing could drain. It leaked from the center of the door because the water level got too high. So we disconnected the hose, cleared the water clog, reconnected it, and didn't have another problem. I hope that helps someone else. (:

[@dianesincity1]

thank you - this was exactly my problem

[@unglemergy]

always start at the top center. the gasket should be marked.

[@aaronoutdoors7556]

You da man dawg

[@BaveRAWWR]

It’s easier if you use a debit or credit card to push it in.

[@BUDDAz1g]

i replaced the gasket but i still get a leak when i open the door i see water along the left side of door where seal should be any suggestions

[@patrapper7367]

Tighten the screws or fill in missing screws.

[@manisteerocks7092]

I just bought a new whirlpool dishwasher today,and installed it no problem,but when I ran it,water gushed out of the bottom of the door,like a water fall...what the?

[@kathleenbattles9760]

Thank you!!

[@bigbejar]

Life saving video. Thanks