US Pressed Steel Microwave Door Latch Spring 4970WRA001E

Brand: Kenmore · Appliance: Microwave · Fits: 11 models · Reference price: $10.45

4970WRA001E is a Kenmore replacement part (us pressed steel microwave door latch spring) for microwaves. Our fitment data lists 11 models that use it.

When to replace this part

Door, lid switches and latches

Symptom: The appliance won't start, or stops, unless the lid or door is fully latched shut.

Check: Listen for an audible click when the lid or door closes. No click, or a visibly cracked plastic tab on the latch, points to this part.

Models that use this part

Part numbers it replaces

The manufacturer lists 4970WRA001E as the replacement for these earlier part numbers. Substitute parts can look different from the original but serve the same function.

• 4970WRA001B — Microwave Door Latch Spring

Other parts for model 72165002400

If you are repairing that appliance, these are the most model-specific parts on file for the same model.

• AC Power Cord Assembly 6411W1A032B
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• Door Panel 3720W0D367A
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• Microwave Control Panel 383EW5A235D
• Outcase 3112W0U070A
• Transformer 6170W1D044F

Reference price and where to compare

The reference price on file for this part is $10.45. It is informational only, not an offer or an Amazon price — RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly.

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Before you order

• Match the part number character for character, including dashes and trailing letters; a single different character is usually a different part.
• Confirm your appliance's model number on its data plate and check that it appears in the list above (or use the model lookup tool).
• If a seller offers a substitute number, check that it appears in this page's replacement list or in the manufacturer's documentation.

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