GE Front Load Washer Leaking? Door Boot Gasket WG04F07945 – Fix Door Leaks Fast

If your GE front load washer is leaking water from the door, the door boot gasket is the most common cause. In most GFW and GFWS series washers, the rubber door gasket seals the drum to the door glass on every cycle. When it tears, cracks, or develops mould damage, water leaks onto the floor, mildew odours develop, and the washer may trigger a leak error. ⚡ Common failure point in GE-built front load washers. Part WG04F07945 is the genuine OEM replacement door boot gasket that restores a watertight seal — no modifications required.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Washer powers on and drum spins normally
• ✔ Water supply hoses and inlet valve are not leaking
• ✔ Drain pump and hose connections are dry and secure
• ✔ Leak originates from the front door area, not the rear or bottom
• ✔ ONLY problem is water pooling at the front of the machine or visible gasket damage

Not sure? Send us your model number — we'll confirm before you order.

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Water leaking from the front door during or after wash cycle — most common, what customers search
• Visible tears, cracks, or holes in the rubber door boot
• Mildew or mould smell that won't clear with cleaning
• Black mould buildup in gasket folds that has compromised the rubber
• Washer displays leak or door error code (E2, E3 on select models)
• Water pooling under the machine after spin cycle

✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.

✔ In most cases, replacing this door gasket restores a watertight seal immediately.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: WG04F07945
• Type: Front load washer door boot gasket / door seal — rubber bellows assembly
• Replaces: OEM direct-fit door gasket — supersedes WH08X23479, WH08X20906 (no modification required)
• Brands: GE, Cafe

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: Moderate — 45–60 minutes. Unplug the washer before starting. Remove the door seal retaining spring clip (inner and outer), peel the old gasket away from the drum lip and door frame, clean the mounting groove thoroughly, then seat the new gasket starting at the top centre and working outward. Reinstall both retaining clips and verify the gasket is fully seated with no folds or gaps before running a test cycle — an improperly seated gasket will leak immediately.

💡 Pro Tip

✓ Compatible Models

Confirmed compatible with GFW450SPK0DG, GFW450SSK0WW, GFWS1700H0WW, GFWS1700H1WW, GFWS1705H0DG, GFWS1705H1DG, WMC1786SXCG3, plus additional GE and Cafe front load washer models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.

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