{"product_id":"wp34001432-whirlpool-front-load-washer-door-bellow","title":"Whirlpool WP34001432 Front Load Washer Door Bellow – Stop Leaks \u0026 Drum Odour","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.hero-banner{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,0.82) 60%,rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 100%),url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;padding:36px 32px;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 28px 0;color:#fff;}\n.hero-banner h2{margin:0 0 6px 0;font-size:1.55em;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.hero-banner .label{display:inline-block;background:#c8a400;color:#000;font-size:0.72em;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;padding:3px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-bottom:12px;}\n.hero-specs{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:14px;}\n.hero-specs span{background:rgba(255,255,255,0.13);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.25);border-radius:4px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:0.82em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.pro-tip{background:#1a1a2e;border-left:4px solid #c8a400;padding:16px 20px;border-radius:6px;margin:24px 0;color:#f0f0f0;font-size:0.95em;line-height:1.6;}\n.pro-tip strong{color:#c8a400;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-banner\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eGenuine OEM Replacement Part\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eStop Your Washer from Leaking at the Door — WP34001432 Door Bellow \/ Boot Seal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003ePart # WP34001432\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eAlso: 34001432\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eWhirlpool · Maytag · Kenmore\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eWP34001432 Whirlpool Front Load Washer Door Bellow – Water Leaking at the Door Means This Seal Has Failed\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe door bellow (also called the door boot seal) is the rubber gasket that creates a watertight seal between the washer drum and the door glass. When it tears, cracks, or accumulates mould that can no longer be cleaned, water escapes onto your floor with every wash cycle. Left unaddressed, a failed bellow leads to water damage, persistent mould odour throughout the machine, and eventual damage to the door latch and drum bearings. The WP34001432 is the genuine OEM replacement — exact fit, no modifications required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Symptoms of a Failed Door Bellow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater leaking from the 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 mould or mildew smell that won't clean out\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack mould growth in the folds of the bellow that returns after cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater pooling on the floor in front of the machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDoor feels loose or doesn't seal firmly when closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmall items (socks, debris) found between the drum and bellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Part Details \u0026amp; Cross-References\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e WP34001432\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross-Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34001432\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Door Boot Seal, Door Gasket, Drum Seal, Bellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front Load Washer Door Bellow \/ Boot Seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine OEM — New\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Brands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Pro Tip — Clean the Tub \u0026amp; Drain Filter While You're In There:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA torn bellow almost always means mould has spread beyond the gasket into the drum folds and drain filter. Before installing the new bellow, run a hot tub-clean cycle and clear the drain pump filter of any debris that accumulated under the old seal. This prevents odour from returning and protects the new gasket from premature degradation.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ Installation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate (3\/5) — front panel removal required on most models\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways disconnect power\u003c\/strong\u003e before beginning this repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNote the orientation of the bellow drain hole — it must align to the bottom of the tub opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe retaining spring\/band can be under significant tension — use a flat-blade screwdriver carefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean all mating surfaces thoroughly before seating the new bellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRun a short wash cycle and inspect for leaks before closing up the machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e✓ Compatible Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify your full model number before ordering. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e with your model number and we'll confirm compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"model-link-grid\"\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":"Default Title","offer_id":52614919160097,"sku":"WP34001432","price":339.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/11741579-2-L-Whirlpool-WP34001432-Door-Boot-Seal.jpg?v=1777403462","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/wp34001432-whirlpool-front-load-washer-door-bellow","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}