The part(s) or condition(s) listed below for the symptom Dryer door won’t close/latch are ordered from most likely to least likely to occur. Check or test each item, starting with the items at the top of the page.
Dryer Drum Won’t Turn? Electric Dryer Troubleshooting
Dryer Drum Won’t Turn? Gas Dryer Troubleshooting
Dryer Takes Too Long to Dry Clothes? Electric Dryer Troubleshooting
Dryer Takes Too Long to Dry Clothes? Gas Dryer Troubleshooting
Dryer Not Heating? Electric Dryer Troubleshooting
Dryer Not Heating? Gas Dryer Troubleshooting
Dryer Won’t Start? Electric Dryer Troubleshooting
Dryer Won’t Start? Gas Dryer Troubleshooting
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Using the Dryer Belt - Tech Tips from Repair Clinic
Resistance Testing: Dryer Heating Element - Tech Tips from Repair Clinic
Clean Dryer Lint Trap - Tech Tips from Repair Clinic
Avoid Slamming Washer/Dryer - Tech Tips from Repair Clinic
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Gas Dryer Won't Stop? Gas Dryer Troubleshooting
Gas Dryer Tripping Breaker? Gas Dryer Troubleshooting
Gas Dryer Overheating? Gas Dryer Troubleshooting
Gas Dryer Making Noise? Gas Dryer Troubleshooting
Electric Dryer Won't Stop? Electric Dryer Troubleshooting
Electric Dryer Tripping Breaker? Electric Dryer Troubleshooting
Electric Dryer Overheating? Electric Dryer Troubleshooting
Electric Dryer Makes Noise? Electric Dryer Troubleshooting
Nuts & Bolts: Before You Call - Dryer Won't Turn On
Nuts & Bolts: Before You Call - Dryer Is Noisy
Nuts & Bolts: Before You Call - Dryer Cycle Takes Too Long to Dry
Nuts & Bolts: Before You Call - Dryer Leaves Clothes Still Wet
Nuts & Bolts: Before You Call - Dryer Displays Strange Numbers or LettersThe dryer door strike should cleanly insert into the door catch to secure the door for dryer operation. If the strike is bent or missing, the door will not be able to latch properly. Inspect the strike for any damage and replace if necessary.
The dryer door catch is the part that the door strike inserted into to secure the door for dryer operation. If the dryer won't latch properly, inspect the catch for an obstruction and clean out if necessary. If the catch appears damaged, the catch should be replaced with a new one.
The door latch which secures the dryer door for operation may be damaged or obstructed, preventing the door from latching properly. Clean any obstruction as necessary. If the latch appears damaged, the latch should be replaced with a new one.
If the lint screen housing is not cleaned out periodically the slots in the housing can become clogged with lint, keeping it from sliding in all the way. Make sure the slots in the housing are clean so the lint screen can be fully inserted and not prevent the door from closing.
If a dryer door hinge is bent or damaged, the door may not be able to latch properly. Inspect the hinges for any damage and replace if necessary.
If the dryer door assembly is bent, damaged, or missing components such as the door strike, it will not be able to latch properly. Inspect the door assembly for any damaged or missing parts and replace the assembly with a new one if it's not in good condition.
If the dryer door is bent or damaged, it may not be able to latch properly. Inspect the door for any damage and replace if necessary.
If a dryer door hinge is bent or damaged, the door may not be able to latch properly. Inspect the hinges for any damage and replace if necessary.
If the inner dryer door panel is bent or damaged, it may not allow the door to latch properly. Inspect the inner panel for any damage and replace if necessary.
If the outer dryer door panel is bent or damaged, it may not allow the door to latch properly. Inspect the outer panel for any damage and replace if necessary.
If a dryer door panel is bent or damaged, it may not allow the door to latch properly. Inspect the door panel for any damage and replace if necessary.
