The Door Gasket Insert is an OEM part for GE dishwashers, specially designed to create a watertight seal along the dishwasher door's perimeter. This insert is crucial for preventing water from leaking out of the dishwasher during operation. It fits snugly into the door's groove, ensuring that the door closes securely and no water can escape during the washing and rinsing cycles. Causes for a Door Gasket Insert to fail include regular wear and tear from daily use, exposure to harsh detergents and high temperatures, and physical damage from loading and unloading dishes. Symptoms of a bad Door Gasket Insert include: Water leaking from around the dishwasher door. The dishwasher door feels loose or doesn't close as tightly as before. Visible signs of wear, such as cracks, brittleness, or deformation in the gasket. This OEM GE part can also be used on Hotpoint, RCA, and Kenmore/Sears appliances.Part Number WD08X10015 (AP2038876) replaces 820918, AH258653, EA258653, PS258653, WD08X0231, WD8X10015, WD8X231.