{"product_id":"whirlpool-w11746638-washer-door-bellow-seal-fix-washer-that-leaks-wont-seal-or-has-mold","title":"Whirlpool W11746638 Washer Door Bellow Seal – Fix Washer That Leaks, Won't Seal, or Has Mold","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.hero-banner{\nposition:relative;\noverflow:hidden;\nbackground:\nlinear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,.86) 55%,rgba(0,0,0,.45)),\nurl('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;\npadding:44px 34px;\nborder-radius:12px;\nmargin:0 0 28px;\ncolor:#fff;\nbox-shadow:0 10px 30px rgba(0,0,0,.25);\n}\n.hero-banner:before{\ncontent:'';\nposition:absolute;\ninset:0;\nbackground:radial-gradient(circle at center,rgba(0,153,255,.20),transparent 65%);\nanimation:pulse 5s infinite;\n}\n.hero-banner\u003e*{\nposition:relative;\nz-index:2;\n}\n.hero-banner h2{\nmargin:0 0 8px;\nfont-size:1.85em;\nfont-weight:900;\nletter-spacing:.2px;\nline-height:1.1;\n}\n.label{\ndisplay:inline-block;\nbackground:#c8a400;\ncolor:#000;\nfont-size:.72em;\nfont-weight:900;\ntext-transform:uppercase;\nletter-spacing:1px;\npadding:5px 12px;\nborder-radius:999px;\nmargin-bottom:12px;\n}\n.hero-specs{\ndisplay:flex;\nflex-wrap:wrap;\ngap:8px;\nmargin-top:15px;\n}\n.hero-specs span{\nbackground:rgba(255,255,255,.14);\nborder:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.25);\nborder-radius:999px;\npadding:7px 13px;\nfont-size:.82em;\nfont-weight:800;\n}\n.pro-tip{\nposition:relative;\noverflow:hidden;\nbackground:#1a1a2e;\nborder-left:5px solid #c8a400;\npadding:16px 20px;\nborder-radius:8px;\nmargin:24px 0;\ncolor:#f0f0f0;\nfont-size:.95em;\nline-height:1.6;\n}\n.pro-tip strong{\ncolor:#c8a400;\n}\n.upsell-box{\nbackground:#ffecd1;\nborder-left:5px solid #ff9800;\npadding:14px 18px;\nmargin:20px 0;\nborder-radius:8px;\n}\n@keyframes pulse{\n50%{opacity:.85}\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#1a7a3c;padding:10px 16px;border-radius:4px;margin-bottom:20px;font-size:0.9em;color:#d4f5e2;\"\u003eℹ️ This part supersedes \u003ca href=\"\/products\/w11714349\" style=\"color:#fff;font-weight:600;\"\u003eW11714349\u003c\/a\u003e. You are viewing the current OEM replacement.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-banner\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eOEM REPLACEMENT PART\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool W11746638 Washer Door Bellow Seal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003ePart# W11746638\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eReplaces W11714349\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits Whirlpool\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits Maytag\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eWasher Leaking or Won't Seal? W11746638 Door Bellow Seal – Fix Door Leaks Fast\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA leaking front-load washer door is almost always caused by a failed door bellow seal.\u003c\/strong\u003e In most Whirlpool and Maytag front-load washers, the door bellow (also called a door boot gasket) creates the watertight seal between the drum and the door glass. When it fails, water leaks onto the floor during every cycle, mold and mildew accumulate in the folds, and the drum may become visible through tears or cracks. \u003cstrong\u003e⚡ Common failure point in Whirlpool-built front-load washers.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePart W11746638\u003c\/strong\u003e is the genuine OEM replacement that restores a complete watertight seal and eliminates leaks immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e❓ Is This the Right Part?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Washer powers on and runs normally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Drum spins and other functions work correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ Water supply and drain confirmed OK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✔ ONLY problem is water leaking from the door area, visible tears\/cracks in the bellow, or mold buildup in the door gasket folds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eSend us your model number\u003c\/a\u003e — we'll confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🔧 Common Symptoms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater pooling on the floor in front of the washer during or after a cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible tears, cracks, or holes in the rubber door gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersistent mold, mildew, or foul odour in the door seal folds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoor does not seal tightly — drum visible through gap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClothes or small items getting caught between the door and drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ In most cases, replacing this door bellow seal restores normal watertight operation immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Part Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e W11746638\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e W11714349\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front Load Washer Door Bellow \/ Boot Gasket Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whirlpool, Maytag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Whirlpool replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"upsell-box\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Recommended While Repairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nInspect the \u003cstrong\u003edoor bellow clamp (spring band clamp)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the bellow is removed — if it's stretched, corroded, or damaged, replace it at the same time to ensure a proper seal and avoid a repeat repair.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: Moderate — 45–75 minutes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Disconnect power before servicing. Remove the front panel or door boot retaining ring to access the bellow, peel the old gasket off the drum lip and door frame, seat the new bellow carefully ensuring the drain hole is positioned at the bottom, and reinstall the retaining clamp. Run a short cycle to confirm no leaks before reassembling panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Compatible Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirmed compatible with select Whirlpool and Maytag front-load washer models. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us to verify your model number\u003c\/a\u003e before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Pro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplace the Clamp at the Same Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe door bellow clamp (spring band or wire clamp) is inexpensive and often weakened by the same age and heat cycles that failed the bellow. Replacing both in one visit saves a second labour call and ensures the new seal seats correctly under full drum pressure.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"model-link-grid\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/whirlpool-washer-wfw6720rw0-parts\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eWhirlpool WFW6720RW0 Washer Parts \u0026amp; Repair Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/whirlpool-washer-wfw6720ru0-parts\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eWhirlpool WFW6720RU0 Washer Parts \u0026amp; Repair Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/whirlpool-washer-wfw6720rr0-parts\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eWhirlpool WFW6720RR0 Washer Parts \u0026amp; Repair Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/whirlpool-washer-wfw5720rw0-parts\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eWhirlpool WFW5720RW0 Washer Parts \u0026amp; Repair Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/whirlpool-washer-wfw5720ru0-parts\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eWhirlpool WFW5720RU0 Washer Parts \u0026amp; Repair Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/whirlpool-washer-wfw5720rr0-parts\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eWhirlpool WFW5720RR0 Washer Parts \u0026amp; Repair Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/maytag-washer-parts-canada\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eWhirlpool WASHER Dryer Parts \u0026amp; Repair Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/frigidaire-dryer-front-parts\" style=\"display:inline-block;border:1px solid #cc0000;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 14px;font-size:13px;color:#cc0000;text-decoration:none;margin:4px;\"\u003eFRONT\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"XPart Supply Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"OEM","offer_id":52988277981473,"sku":"W11746638","price":209.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/Whirlpool_W11746638_Washer_Door_Bellow_Seal_Fix_Washer_That_Leaks_Won_t_Seal_or_Has_Mold.png?v=1783456894","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/whirlpool-w11746638-washer-door-bellow-seal-fix-washer-that-leaks-wont-seal-or-has-mold","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}