Please help identify and fix the problem with my Kenmore front load washer

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Kenmore front load washer would not start after door was forced open mid-cycle

The problem

The washer began making a squeaky noise, then the door was pulled open during draining/spinning. After replacing a snapped plastic piece, the machine would not start a cycle or fill with water.

Likely cause

Most strongly supported diagnosis is damage or misalignment of the door latch/door lock mechanism caused when the door was opened mid-cycle. The accepted reply says the door latch may no longer be operating the door lock, or the door lock itself was damaged.

What fixed it

Recommended action was to inspect the door latch first, including whether its spring still holds it in the correct position, and replace the door lock mechanism if damaged. A reset by removing and refitting the part was not expected to solve it. The original poster said they were buying the locking mechanism to replace it, but no completed repair was confirmed.

Checks to try

• Checked that a plastic piece had snapped and was replaced
• Advised to ensure the door latch mechanism is intact
• Advised to check whether the latch spring holds the latch in the correct position
• Advised to check whether the door latch correctly operates the door lock mechanism

Parts or tools mentioned

• Door lock mechanism
• Door latch mechanism
• Latch spring