Whirlpool Door Seal Kit (W10542314)

The Whirlpool Door Seal Kit seals the gap between the dishwasher door and the tub. It helps keep wash water and steam inside the unit during fill, wash, and drain cycles. A good seal also reduces drips at the door edges and limits moisture reaching the control area and cabinet. Failure often comes from wear, hardening, or tearing of the rubber over time. Food soil, detergent buildup, and heat can deform the seal or make it lose grip in its channel. Leaks can also start if the seal is pinched, rolled, or pulled loose after cleaning, loading tall items, or repeated door slams. Look for these symptoms to decide if a door seal replacement matches your issue: Water leaking from the bottom or corners of the dishwasher door during a cycle Moisture or streaks on the front panel, toe-kick area, or floor near the door Visible cracks, splits, flattening, or gaps along the door gasket Seal pulling out of place or not staying seated in the tub channel Steam escaping around the door edges more than normal during hot cycles