I know that it would not shut all the way (it had to have something pushing it in to stay flush). Then I opened it the other day and a piece of metal that is curved came out at the bottom right and some piece inside moved so now it is stuck all the way open. I could get a picture tonight.
My guess is the hinge is (enter bad word here)...... It might be cheapest fix to get another from a thrift store..or visit sears for a new one.