How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher at the Bottom Door

If your dishwasher is leaking from the bottom of the door while in use, it may be time to replace the bottom door wiper gasket. The bottom door wiper gasket is a rubber gasket inserted in the opening between the dishwasher door jamb and the bottom door. The gasket prevents water from escaping from the dishwasher cavity and spilling onto the floor. After years of regular use, a dishwasher's wiper may begin to deteriorate and lose its effectiveness. When this happens you should remove the old wiper gasket and install a new one. You can do this yourself.

Things You'll Need

• Screwdriver

Instructions

1. Turn off the power to the dishwasher by turning off the appropriate breaker in your fuse box.

2. Open the dishwasher door, then remove the screws on the edge of the inside of the dishwasher door to release the outer door panel.

3. Close the dishwasher door, then remove the outer door panel.

4. Open the door once again, then pull the lower dish rack out of the dishwasher.

5. Remove the old door wiper gasket from the gap between the bottom of the dishwasher door and the dishwasher door jamb.

6. Slide the new door wiper gasket into the gap with the lip facing down.

7. Close the door and look at the bottom to ensure that the gasket is inserted straight.

8. Replace the door panel cover, then secure it using the screws that you removed earlier.

9. Close the dishwasher door, then restore power to complete the installation.

References

• Repair Clinic: Dishwasher Bottom Door Wiper Gasket Replacement