LG WM4000HBA Leaking From Front Door Seal
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Door Boot Seal (Bellows)
The door boot seal provides the flexible, watertight barrier between the oscillating wash tub and the stationary front panel. Over time, the EPDM rubber can suffer from mechanical fatigue or punctures caused by foreign objects like zippers or coins during high-speed agitation. Additionally, the accumulation of hair, lint, and detergent residue can compromise the seal's surface tension, allowing water to bypass the gasket lip through capillary action.
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4%
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Outer Door Boot Clamp
This tension spring clamp secures the outer lip of the bellows to the front bulkhead of the washer. If the spring loses tension due to corrosion or metal fatigue, it fails to exert sufficient radial force to maintain a watertight seal against the cabinet. This results in leakage that appears to originate from the bottom of the door seal during the wash cycle.
SKU: 4861ER2001B
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3%
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Inner Door Boot Clamp
The inner wire clamp fixes the bellows to the outer tub flange. If this clamp shifts or fails due to excessive tub vibration or heavy loads, it creates a gap at the rear of the seal. Water then migrates around the exterior of the gasket and exits through the front of the machine, mimicking a front-seal leak.
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DIY Repair Guide
Watch exactly how to replace the Door Boot Seal (Bellows).
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