Frigidaire Front Load Washer Door Lock Assembly Parts — Models & Compatibility

Your Frigidaire front-load washer won't start, or the door won't lock? That clicking sound you hear is the door lock assembly trying—and failing—to secure the door. This replacement door lock (part 131763202) is the exact fix for dozens of Frigidaire, Electrolux, and Kenmore front-load washers, especially the FAFW series that dominated laundromats and homes from 2010-2015.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

Check your washer's model number before ordering. You'll find it on a sticker inside the door opening, along the front edge of the washer tub. It typically starts with FAFW, FFLE, or 417 (Kenmore). This door lock assembly replaces original Frigidaire part numbers 131763256, 131763200, and 131269400—they're all the same mechanism, just different revision numbers over the years.

About This Replacement Part

The door lock assembly on Frigidaire front-loaders is a three-part system: the mechanical latch, the electrical switch that tells the control board the door is closed, and the solenoid that physically locks it. When you press start, the control board sends power to this assembly. If it doesn't engage within 5-10 seconds, the washer throws an error code (usually E47 or E52) and refuses to run. The part costs $71.99 and fits over 50 different Frigidaire and Electrolux models, making it one of the most common washer repairs you'll tackle. It's also sold under AP4455026 on some parts sites.

Which Frigidaire Washer Models Need This Part?

This door lock works across multiple Frigidaire series. The FAFW3511, FAFW3514, FAFW3517, FAFW3574, and FAFW3577 series are the most common, but Electrolux-branded washers (FFLE series) and certain Kenmore front-loaders (417 prefix models) use the identical assembly. If you bought a front-load Frigidaire washer between 2008 and 2016, there's a 90% chance this is your part.

How to Tell If Your Door Lock Failed

Dead giveaway: you close the door, press start, hear rapid clicking, and nothing happens. Sometimes the door feels loose even when closed. Other times the washer starts but stops mid-cycle with an error code. The lock assembly has both mechanical and electrical components, so failure shows up as either a physical latch problem or an electrical signal issue. If your washer worked fine yesterday and won't start today, this is the first part to suspect.

Common Questions About This Part

Will this fit my Kenmore washer?

Yes, if your Kenmore model starts with 417 and was made by Frigidaire. Check the manufacturer tag—if it says "Manufactured by Frigidaire" or "Electrolux Home Products," this lock will fit. Kenmore rebrands washers from multiple manufacturers, so the model prefix matters.

Do I need to unplug the washer before replacing this?

Absolutely. This part connects directly to the control board with live voltage when the washer's plugged in. Unplug it, then wait 5 minutes for the capacitors to discharge before you touch any wiring. It's a 15-minute job if you've done it before, 30-45 minutes if this is your first time pulling the front panel or door boot.

Why does this part fail so often?

Heat and moisture. The lock sits right behind the door boot in the wettest, hottest part of the washer. Over 500-800 wash cycles, the plastic housing cracks, or the solenoid coil burns out from repeated thermal cycling. Frigidaire's design doesn't ventilate this area well, so the lock cooks itself over time.