Door Latch Spring

Door Latch Spring

Mary from OH

Broken Microwave Door Latch Prevented Use

Putty Knife

Microwave door latch broken and would not engage power. I had to hold door tightly against microwave to get it to work at all. Broken, the inner latch moves to freely to engage. I used a putty knife to separate inner door trim in area of latch. I did not remove it all the way around. Quickly replaced BOTH LATCH and SPRING - snapped inner trim back into place. Even though it was the actual latch that was broken I replaced both. 5 Minute Job and good as new. The problem is where the spring attaches to the latch is not very sturdy and is more than likely a common problem. Parts DR had the best price - shipping was quick and as promised. Will do business again.