How To Replace A Washing Machine Door Seal - Bosch

In this video we'll demonstrate how to replace the door seal on a Bosch washing machine.  It's worth noting that this guide will still be useful if your washing machine is a different brand as the process is very similar on all washing machines.

First of all, always remember to unplug your machine before attempting any repairs.

On most Bosch washing machines, we’re able to remove the front panel, which gives us good access and makes replacing the door seal very easy. However, on most machines this isn’t possible and the door seal replacement is carried out through the front port hole of the machine.

Step 1 - Remove the top

We first need to remove the lid of the washing machine.

Step 2 - Remove the door seal retaining spring

Now, we can remove the front retaining spring. It's best to do this using a flat bladed screwdriver by easing the spring out of the recess.

Step 3 - Remove the front panel

Next, we can remove the two screws that are securing the lower part of the front panel in place. The front panel should now come away from the body of the machine.

Step 4 - Remove the counterweight

Now, we can remove the counterweight by undoing the three bolts that are holding it in place.

Step 5 - Remove the door seal

The door seal is held to the outer tub with another retaining spring, which now can be removed. The door seal should now simply pull away.

Give the area where the door seal fits a good clean before fitting the new one.

Step 6 - Fit the new door seal

Now, we need to fit the new door seal over the lip of the outer tub, ensuring that the new seal is in the correct position.

Step 7 - Refit the retaining Spring

Next, we can replace the retaining spring.  Sometimes it's can be useful to have another pair of hands to help hold the spring in place whilst re-fitting.

Step 8 - Refit the counterweight

Now we can refit the counterweight ensuring the retaining bolts are nice and tight.

Step 9 - Refit the door seal retaining spring

Now we can refit the front door seal retainer.  A pair of long nose pliers can be helpful to open up the spring.

Step 10 - Refit the lid of the washing machine

Last of all you can now re-fit the lid and secure it with the 2 screws.