Is your oven door broken, fogging up, or does it make noise whenever you open or close it? If you would like some solutions to your oven door issues, this article is for you.
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Oven Door Broken — How To Fix
If your oven door is broken, the best thing to do is replace it. To replace the door of your oven, do the following…
Step 1: Unplug the oven.
Step 2: Open the oven door and pull back the tabs which secure the door hinges.
Step 3: Close the door and pull it up to remove.
Step 4: Get a new door and sit it on the hinges.
Step 5: Flip the tabs on the door hinges to secure the door.
Step 6: Close the door and plug the oven back in.
The video below will show you how to replace the door of an oven.
Oven Door Blows Open — How To Fix
If your oven door blows open whenever you light up the oven, the igniter is faulty. To replace the igniter in your oven, follow these steps…
Step 1: Unplug the oven and shut off the gas supply.
Step 2: For safety, put on some gloves.
Step 3: Open the door of your oven and take out the racks.
Step 4: Take out the screws on the oven bottom panel. There will be a couple of them close to the back wall.
Step 5: Lift the bottom panel up then push it back to remove.
Step 6: Using a nut driver, take out the screws which secure the igniter.
Step 7: Pull the igniter towards yourself.
Step 8: Disconnect the wire harness connected to the igniter.
Step 9: Remove the igniter and test it for continuity with a multimeter. if there is none replace it. Click here to know how to test an oven igniter.
Step 10: Get a new igniter and connect it to the wire harness.
Step 11: Position the oven igniter and hold it in place with the screws.
Step 12: Return the bottom panel of the oven and the screws which secure it.
Step 13: Slide the oven racks back into the oven.
Step 14: Close the door.
Step 15: Plug the oven back in and turn on the gas supply.
The video below will walk you through the process of replacing an oven igniter.
Oven Door Hinge Broken — How To Fix
You will need to replace your oven door hinge if it is broken. To do this, follow these steps…
Step 1: First, unplug the oven.
Step 2: Put on some gloves for safety.
Step 3: Open the oven door.
Step 4: Flip down the tabs that secure the door to the hinges.
Step 5: Push the door till it’s almost closed then lift it up and place on a sturdy surface.
Step 6: Take out the screws at the bottom of the door.
Step 7: Remove the outer glass and frame.
Step 8: Take out the screws securing the door handle then remove the handle.
Step 9: The door hinges are held by screws. Take them out.
Step 10: Remove the door hinges.
Step 11: Get new door hinges and position them on the door.
Step 12: Secure them with the screws.
Step 13: Reposition the door handle and screw it into place.
Step 14: Align the door hinges on the oven slots.
Step 15: Push it forward then carefully lower it down.
Step 16: Push the locking tabs back.
Step 17: Close the oven door and plug it back in.
If your oven door doesn’t close or open all the way, follow the steps above to replace the door hinges.
The video below will walk you through the process of replacing the door hinge of an oven.
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How To Clean An Oven Door With Baking Soda And Vinegar
To clean your oven door with baking soda, do the following…
Step 1: Form a paste using baking soda and water.
Step 2: Open the oven door.
Step 3: Apply the paste on the door and leave for 20-30 minutes.
Step 4: Scrub the door with a soft sponge then wipe with a damp cloth.
Step 5: Spray some vinegar on the door and wipe it off to get rid of any remaining baking soda.
Oven Door Will Not Unlock After Cleaning — How To Fix
If your oven door just won’t open after running the self-cleaning feature, do not be alarmed. This is perfectly normal. As the oven heats up during the self cleaning cycle, the door is locked till the cycle ends and the oven has cooled down. If the door still doesn’t open after the oven has cooled down, the lock motor is faulty. In some ovens, the lock motor is located at the front, while in others, it is located at the back. Follow these steps to replace the rear located door lock motor in an oven…
Step 1: Unplug the oven and turn it around.
Step 2: Put on some cut resistance gloves.
Step 3: Take out the screws which hold the lower panel on the oven’s rear.
Step 4: Set the panel aside.
Step 5: Take a picture of the door lock motor to note where each wire goes, then disconnect them.
Step 6: Take out the screws which hold the door lock motor to the oven’s rear.
Step 7: Remove the lock motor from the oven and test it with a multimeter. If you don’t see a reading on the multimeter when you test it, the lock motor is faulty.
Step 8: Get a new lock motor and position it on the oven by inserting the rod into it.
Step 9: Hold the motor in place with the screws.
Step 10: Connect the wires to the right places on the new lock motor.
Step 11: Return the lower panel on the oven’s rear and secure with the screws.
Step 12: Plug the oven back in.
If there isn’t a lock motor on the rear of your oven, it is most likely located at the front. Follow these steps to replace a front located oven door lock motor…
Step 1: As always, unplug the oven first.
Step 2: Lift the stove top. If the stove top won’t lift off, first take out the screws underneath it. After taking out the screws, lift the stove top and support it with a thick piece of wood.
Step 3: Using a Philips screwdriver, take out the screws which hold the metal panel on the top of the oven.
Step 4: Set the metal panel aside.
Step 5: Take a picture of the door lock motor to note where each wire goes.
Step 6: Take out the two screws at the front of the oven which hold the lock motor in place.
Step 7: Remove the lock motor and test it with a multimeter. If you don’t see a reading on the multimeter when you do this, the lock motor is faulty.
Step 8: Get a new oven door lock motor and position it on front of the oven.
Step 9: Secure the motor with the screws.
Step 10: Connect the wires to the right places on the new lock motor.
Step 11: Return the top metal panel and secure with the screws.
Step 12: Lower the stove top and return any screws you took out from underneath it.
Step 13: Plug the oven back in.
The video below will walk you through the process of how to replace an oven door lock motor.
Why Would My Oven Door Shatter?
If you mistakenly hit the glass door with a spoon, a pan, or something sharp, a small crack might develop. While it may not be visible at the time, as time goes on and the oven keeps heating up, the crack will keep enlarging. Then one day, it will finally give way. If you would like to learn how to replace your oven door glass, read the section below.
1. Outer Glass
Follow these steps to replace the shattered outer glass of an oven door…
Step 1: First, unplug the oven for safety.
Step 2: Open the oven door.
Step 3: Get a flat blade screwdriver and Philips screwdriver.
Step 4: Flip the latch on each door hinge forward using the flat blade screwdriver.
Step 5: Close the door till it can’t move.
Step 6: Grip the sides of the oven door and lift it off.
Step 7: Set the door on a cloth lined surface.
Step 8: Use the Philips screwdriver to take out the screws which hold the handle to the door.
Step 9: Take out the other screws at the bottom of the door.
Step 10: Lift the inner door off the outer door assembly.
Step 11: Lift the top cap off the remains of the outer glass.
Step 12: Carefully pry the frame off the glass using the flat blade screwdriver.
Step 13: Get a new outer glass for your oven door.
Step 14: You should see some foam tape with the outer glass. Stick the tape to the sides of the glass.
Step 15: Position the frame on the outer glass.
Step 16: Push the top cap onto the new glass as well.
Step 17: Position the inner door on the outer glass.
Step 18: Return the screws at the bottom of the door which hold two assemblies in place.
Step 19: Reposition the handle and secure with the screws.
Step 20: Insert the door hinges into the openings in the sides of the oven.
Step 21: Open the door fully and flip the latches back.
Step 22: Shut the door and plug the oven back in.
The video below will show you how to replace the outer glass of your oven door.
2. Inner Glass
Follow these steps to replace the inner glass of your oven door…
Step 1: First, unplug the oven.
Step 2: Open the oven door.
Step 3: Use a flat blade screwdriver to flip the clip on each door hinge forward.
Step 5: Close the door till it can’t move any further, then lift it off the oven.
Step 6: Place the door on a surface lined with a cloth.
Step 7: Use a Philips screwdriver to take out the screws at the bottom of the door.
Step 8: Remove the trim and slide off the outer glass from the door.
Step 9: Flip the door over and take out the screws which hold the handle in place. On some models, the screws are visible without flipping the door over.
Step 10: Lift the handle and top cap off the door.
Step 11: Take out the screws on the sides of the oven door which secure the hinges.
Step 12: Unscrew the metal panel which secures the inner glass.
Step 13: Put on some gloves for safety and remove the metal panel.
Step 14: Remove the broken pieces of the inner glass and get a replacement.
Step 15: Position the new inner glass on the oven door.
Step 16: Return the metal panel and the screws which secure it.
Step 17: Reposition the hinges on the door and secure with the screws.
Step 18: Position the handle on the door and hold it in place with the two screws.
Step 19: Slide the outer glass onto the door and return the bottom trim.
Step 20: Secure the trim with the screws.
Step 21: Insert the hinges into the slots in the sides of the oven.
Step 22: Open the door fully and flip the locking clips back.
Step 23: Shut the door and plug the oven back in.
The video below will show you how to replace the inner glass of an oven door.
What Can You Clean Inside An Oven Door Glass?
You can clean in-between your oven glass door with a yard stick and towel. To clean in-between your oven door glass, do the following…
Step 1: Place a towel on your work surface.
Step 2: Open the oven door.
Step 3: Flip back the tabs on the door hinges which secure the.
Step 4: Gently push the door forward till it’s almost closed.
Step 5: Lift the door up and place it on the towel lined surface.
Step 6: Mix some dishwashing soap and warm water in a container.
Step 7: Wrap a dishcloth on a yard stick and hold it in place with rubber bands.
Step 8: Soak the dishcloth in the warm water and soap.
Step 9: Carefully push the stick into the opening in the door. Do not force it in.
Step 10: Clean in-between the glass and door by pushing the stick around.
Step 11: Remove the cloth from the stick and rinse with some water.
Step 12: Tie the cloth back to the stick and insert it into the opening in the door to rinse.
Step 13: Remove the cloth and tie a dry cloth or paper towel to the stick.
Step 14: Use the paper towel to dry the door.
Step 15: Reposition the door on the oven and lower it down.
Step 16: Flip the tabs on the hinges to secure the door.
The video below will show you how to clean between your oven door glass.
Oven Door FAQ
Why Should You Not Open The Oven Door When Baking?
Well, if you are baking a cake, opening the door too many times will cause it to collapse. So to make sure you get the perfect cake, you really need to limit the number of times you open the door of your oven.
Should The Oven Door Be Closed When Using Grill?
Yes, it should. Grilling with the door open will cause excessive heat to escape.
Oven Door Makes Noise When Opening
If you hear a squeaky sound when you open the door of your oven, the lubricant applied by the factory has worn off. Apply some high temperature oil to the hinges to stop the door from squeaking.
Does My Oven Door Come Off?
Yes, it does. To remove it, open the door and flip down the locking tabs on the door hinges. Close the oven door, but not completely. Now lift the the door to remove.
Oven Door Fogging Up
It is normal for your oven door to fog up. When this happens, simply wipe the door with a towel when it cools down.