{"product_id":"rp-wpl-wp8269259-7898bfa1","title":"Whirlpool WP8269259 GASKET","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool WP8269259 Dishwasher Air Vent Gasket\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eGenuine OEM Whirlpool WP8269259 air vent gasket for Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and Maytag family dishwashers. This rubber gasket seals the air vent opening on the inner dishwasher door panel, helping control steam and moisture release during the dry cycle. When the gasket cracks, tears, or hardens, it can cause water leaking around the door vent or poor drying performance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM Whirlpool replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRubber gasket seals the door air vent opening\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelps control steam and moisture release during drying\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for a cracked, torn, or leaking vent gasket\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFits a range of Whirlpool family dishwasher models\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon Symptoms This Part Fixes\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWater leaking around the dishwasher door vent\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSteam escaping from the door during the cycle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePoor drying performance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVisible cracks or tears in the door vent gasket\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMusty smell from a hardened or deteriorated gasket\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpen the dishwasher door and locate the air vent assembly on the inner door panel. Remove the screws or clips securing the vent cover and detach the old gasket. Press the new WP8269259 gasket into the vent opening, making sure it seats evenly around the frame. Reinstall the vent cover and run a short cycle to check for leaks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Whirlpool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51621867618547,"sku":"WPL-WP8269259","price":55.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/7859\/2755\/files\/51yP4vpAkPL.jpg?v=1791337928","url":"https:\/\/authenticapplianceparts.com\/products\/rp-wpl-wp8269259-7898bfa1","provider":"Authentic Appliance Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}