How to Replace a Rubber Gasket on a Kenmore Washer

Kenmore washer tubs have a seal, called a gasket, that prevents leaks from the washer as it runs. The problem with rubber gaskets is that they collect water over time, which causes the seal to deteriorate. Cracks or splits in the gasket will allow water and soap to leak out the front of the machine. Luckily, gaskets are cheap to repair, but only if you do the repair yourself. Always use Kenmore certified replacement parts for the best result.

Screwdriver

Instructions

- 1
  Unplug the unit from the wall.
- 2
  Remove the three screws from the back of the top plate. Lift up on the top plate to expose the inside of the machine.
- 3
  Pull out the detergent tray and press down on the release button. Remove the tray from the machine. Turn the screw inside the detergent well with a screwdriver to take it out. Remove the three other screws from the front of the control panel. Pull out on the control panel. Pull on the wire connectors to remove the control panel from the machine completely.
- 4
  Open the door of the machine. Remove the screws from the door latch and let it hang.
- 5
  Run a flathead screwdriver along the wire running around the door to remove it. Take out the screws in the washer door well and pull the front panel off the machine.
- 6
  Loosen the screw tightening the clamp around the gasket. Pull the clamp and the gasket off the washer.
- 7
  Align the new gasket so that the notch, or the arrow on the gasket so that it aligns with the mark on the washing machine.
- 8
  Reassemble the washing machine by reversing these instructions.

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