Oven door glass is foggy or greasy inside

Symptoms

• Can't see food clearly through the oven door
• Greasy film or spots visible on the inside of the glass
• Glass may look worse after certain foods like roasts or broiling
• No effect on oven temperature or performance

Likely causes

• CommonGrease and cooking residue buildupSplatter and steam condense on the glass over repeated uses.
• PossibleResidue between double-pane glass (on some models)Some ovens have removable inner glass that can be cleaned separately.
• PossibleSelf-clean cycle overdueRuns of self-clean typically also help clear glass residue on the accessible side.

What to do

1. Let the oven cool completely before cleaning the door.
2. Clean the inside of the glass with a non-abrasive oven-safe cleaner or a baking soda paste and a soft cloth.
3. Check your manual to see if your model's door glass can be removed or opened for cleaning between the panes.
4. If your model allows disassembly, follow the manual exactly, since oven door glass panels can be heavy and glass can crack if mishandled.
5. Run a self-clean cycle if available and if the glass is rated to withstand it (check your manual).
6. Avoid abrasive scrubbers on the glass, which can scratch it.

Tools and parts

• Baking soda
• Soft cloth
• Oven-safe glass cleaner

When to call a pro

This is a cleaning task; a technician is only needed if you need to safely disassemble a double-pane door and aren't comfortable doing so.

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