{"product_id":"w11768590","title":"Whirlpool Dishwasher Door Gasket (W11768590) (Replaces W11498831, W11725437, WPW10524469)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe door gasket forms a watertight seal around the perimeter of the dishwasher door, preventing water from escaping the tub during a wash cycle. It is made of flexible rubber or silicone and compresses against the door frame when the door is latched, keeping water contained throughout every cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color:#ffff99\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eImportant Compatibility Note:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePart number \u003cstrong\u003eW11768590\u003c\/strong\u003e is the current manufacturer-approved replacement for the following discontinued part number(s): \u003cstrong\u003eW11498831, W11725437, WPW10524469\u003c\/strong\u003e. If your appliance documentation or old part uses any of these numbers, this is the correct, updated component for your repair.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGaskets deteriorate over time from repeated exposure to heat, moisture, and detergent, causing the material to crack, harden, or pull away from the door frame. A gasket can also warp or lose its shape if the dishwasher door is slammed frequently or if cleaning products cause the rubber to break down prematurely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you notice any of the following, your door gasket may need to be replaced:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Water pooling on the floor in front of or around the dishwasher during or after a cycle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Visible cracks, tears, or stiff sections along the door seal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The gasket feels brittle or crumbles when you flex it by hand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Moisture or wet residue along the bottom edge of the dishwasher door\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- A musty or mildew smell near the door caused by trapped moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The gasket has pulled loose or shifted out of its channel around the door\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Dishes are less clean or dry due to steam escaping during the cycle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Whirlpool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42438830719061,"sku":"W11768590","price":25.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6189\/2437\/files\/whirlpool-dishwasher-door-gasket-w11768590-replaces-w11498831-w11725437-wpw10524469.jpg?v=1778447545","url":"https:\/\/homepartsplus.com\/products\/w11768590","provider":"Home Parts Plus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}