Whirlpool refrigerator Door Ajar code: door open alarm

A door or freezer drawer has been open for 2 to 5 minutes, depending on the model. The alarm repeats every 2 minutes. Usually a door is not fully closed because food or a bin is in the way.

Likely causes

Listed from most to least common.

1. Door or freezer drawer left open
2. Food, a shelf or a bin stopping the door from closing
3. Refrigerator not level, so a door does not close fully
4. Door not pressing the door switch
5. Torn or loose door gasket

How to fix the Door Ajar code

Unplug the refrigerator or switch it off at the breaker before removing any panel or filter.

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   Step 1: Close all doors and drawers

   Closing every door and the freezer drawer turns the alarm off and resets it. Touch any button to silence it while you work.

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   Step 2: Clear anything in the way

   Push back food packages, and check that bins and shelves are fully seated so the doors can close.

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   Step 3: Level the refrigerator

   Check it is level side to side and front to back. Adjust the front leveling legs so the doors swing shut and press the door switch.

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   Step 4: Reset the power

   If the alarm stays on with the doors closed, unplug the refrigerator for one minute and plug it back in.

You'll need: Level, adjustable wrench.

Parts that may need replacing

Check your model number on the label inside the door or on the back before ordering.

• Whirlpool refrigerator door switchCheck prices
• Whirlpool refrigerator door gasketCheck prices

When to call a technician

If Door Ajar stays on with every door closed and the fridge level, the door switch or its wiring may be faulty. Schedule service.

A typical repair for this code costs $100–$250 in the US, including parts and labor. Prices vary by area and model.

Models this applies to

• French door bottom-freezer refrigerators (WRF series)
• Side-by-side refrigerators (WRS series)
• Bottom-freezer refrigerators (WRB series)

Codes can differ slightly between models. Your owner's manual is the final word and is available from Whirlpool support.

Common questions