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GE Dishwasher leaking
If your GE dishwasher is leaking water, start with the most common cause: a bad water inlet valve that sticks open and lets the tub overfill until the dishwasher leaks or overflows. Next, check the center wash arm assembly, lower wash arm assembly, and upper wash arm assembly. A cracked spray arm or loose wash arm support can shoot water toward the door seal and cause a GE dishwasher leaking from door problem or leave water on the floor. If those parts look good, inspect the door seal for tears, gaps, or poor contact around the tub opening, and check the door hinge if the door is not closing squarely against the gasket. Another likely source is the detergent dispenser, where a worn seal or O-ring can let water seep between the door panels and create a dishwasher leaking underneath or at the bottom of the door. For the right fix, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact GE replacement part for your dishwasher, whether you need a water inlet valve, wash arm, wash arm support, door seal, door hinge, or detergent dispenser.
01 - GE Dishwasher Water Inlet Valve
The water inlet valve opens to allow water to enter the dishwasher. If the water inlet valve is stuck open, the dishwasher will continue to fill with water until the dishwasher leaks or overflows. If the water inlet valve is at fault, replace it. Water inlet valves are not repairable—if the valve is defective, you must replace it.
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02 - GE Dishwasher Lower Wash Arm Assembly
If the wash arm is cracked, it can force water to spray directly toward the lower part of the dishwasher door. The water can then be forced under the door and onto the floor, causing a leak. Remove the wash arm and inspect it for cracks. If the wash arm is cracked, replace it. Do not attempt to seal the crack with glue—the glue will break down in the dishwasher. If the wash arm is intact, make sure the screws in the wash arm support are tight. If the wash arm support is loose, water can spray out between the wash arm support and the lower pump housing, causing waves. These waves can cause water to leak out of the bottom of...
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03 - GE Dishwasher Upper Wash Arm Assembly
If the upper wash arm is cracked, it can force water to spray directly toward the dishwasher door seal, causing a leak. Remove the wash arm and inspect it for cracks. If the wash arm is cracked, replace it. Do not attempt to seal the crack with glue—the glue will break down in the dishwasher. If the wash arm is intact, make sure the screws in the wash arm support are tight. If the wash arm support is loose, water can spray out between the wash arm support and the lower pump housing, causing waves. These waves can cause water to leak out of the bottom of the door.
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04 - GE Dishwasher Center Wash Arm Assembly
If the wash arm is cracked, it can allow a jet of water to spray toward the door seal, causing a leak. Remove the wash arm and inspect it for cracks. If the wash arm is cracked, replace it. Do not attempt to seal the crack with glue—the glue will break down in the dishwasher. If the wash arm is intact, make sure the screws in the wash arm support are tight. If the wash arm support is loose, water can spray out between the wash arm support and the lower pump housing, causing waves. These waves can cause water to leak out of the bottom of the door.
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05 - GE Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser
A dishwasher detergent dispenser releases detergent into the tank during the wash cycle. Some dispensers with a rotating cover, or a latch, have an O-ring or seal that can wear out and allow water to leak inbetween the door panels and onto the floor near the bottom of the door.
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06 - GE Dishwasher Door Seal
Look for tears, gaps or cuts in the seal that could cause a dishwasher door leak. To determine if the door seal is making good contact, try closing the dishwasher door on a dollar bill all the way around the door. If the dollar bill does not stick, there is a gap in the seal. If the door seal has any gaps or leaks, replace it. If the door seal is working properly but the dishwasher is still leaking, check the door hinges. If the hinges are bent, the door will not close properly, creating a gap between the door seal and the dishwasher. If the hinges are bent, replace them.
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07 - GE Dishwasher Door Gasket
Look for tears, gaps or cuts in the gasket that could cause a dishwasher door leak. To determine if the door gasket is making good contact, try closing the dishwasher door on a dollar bill all the way around the door. If the dollar bill does not stick, there is a gap in the gasket. If the door gasket has any gaps or leaks, replace it. If the door gasket is working properly but the dishwasher is still leaking, check the door hinges. If the hinges are bent, the door will not close properly, creating a gap between the door gasket and the dishwasher. If the hinges are bent, replace them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my GE dishwasher leaking from the bottom of the door?
Can a cracked spray arm cause a dishwasher leaking water problem?
How do I know if the water inlet valve is causing my GE dishwasher to overflow or leak?
Can the detergent dispenser make a dishwasher leak from the door?
How do I find the right GE dishwasher leak part for my model?