Frigidaire FDPH4316AS 24 in Gallery Top Control 52 dBA MECH-SPRING Error Fix: Door Spring or Cable Broken

Error code MECH-SPRING on the Frigidaire FDPH4316AS 24 in Gallery Top Control 52 dBA means: Door Spring or Cable Broken. The dishwasher door falls open too rapidly when released, slams shut, or will not stay partially open — the door balance springs or cables have broken or stretched; there are typically two springs or cable/pulley assemblies on either side of the door; replacing them requires removing the outer door panel; always replace both springs at the same time to maintain balance

The most successful fix is "Replace Both Door Balance Springs and Cables" (hard difficulty, ~60 minutes). Estimated DIY cost: $20-$35. HomeMD has 2 community-ranked fixes for this error.

This error is rated medium severity. It should be addressed soon, but your appliance may still function in a limited capacity.

Yes — the top-ranked community fix ("Replace Both Door Balance Springs and Cables") is rated hard difficulty and takes about 60 minutes. Tools needed: T20 Torx screwdriver, Needle-nose pliers.

DIY cost: $20-$35. Professional repair typically costs $180-$250. Many homeowners save money by trying the top-ranked community fix first.

The Frigidaire FDPH4316AS 24 in Gallery Top Control 52 dBA has 8 other known error codes, including: CE (Communication Error Between Boards), ER (Heating Element Error), i10 (Water Fill Timeout), i20 (No Water Detected in Tub), i30 (Drain System Problem or Leak Detected), and 3 more.

Error code MECH-SPRING also appears on 9 other Frigidaire models: FDPC4221AS 24 in Front Control Dishwasher 50 dBA with ProDry and Delay Start, FDPC4314AS 24 in Front Control with MaxBoost Dry, FDSH4501AS 24 in Top Control with EvenDry, FFCD2413US 24 in Built-In Dishwasher 60 dBA, FFCD2418US 24 in Front Control Built-In Dishwasher 48 dBA, Frigidaire FGID2468UF 24 in Gallery Integrated Built-In Dishwasher with OrbitClean Wash System, and 3 more. The fix may vary by model, so check each model's specific page for tailored repair steps.