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Parts That Fix KitchenAid Dishwasher KUDS30FXSS5 Not cleaning dishes properly
Not cleaning dishes properly is a commonly reported symptom for the KUDS30FXSS5 KitchenAid Dishwasher, and we have put together a full guide on how to fix this. This advice is based on feedback from people who own this exact appliance. We have listed the most common parts for your KUDS30FXSS5 KitchenAid Dishwasher that will fix Not cleaning dishes properly. We have included repair instructions, and helpful step-by-step video tutorials. If you are experiencing this issue, not to worry, DIYers just like you have fixed this, and shared their experience to help you!
This chopper assembly chops up/mince the food particles to prevent from clogging the dishwasher pump.
Customer Repair Stories
Upper rack was not getting clean/lower rack was hit or miss
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Rebecca from Crawford, TX
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
Not cleaning top tier,all dishes not getting clean
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Steve from Killeen, TX
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
This is also called the 3rd-level spinner. This part works like a little spray arm at the top of your dishwasher.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Spinner Kit
Customer Repair Stories
Borke the spinner off with dishes that were too tall. (Oops!)
2. Remove the top screw.
3. Replace the snap pin (pointy end DOWN.)
4. Snap the spinner in place.
5. Replace the screw. (Or go to the hardware store to replace the screw you dropped into the bottom of the ... Read more dishwasher. Dashitall!)
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Stephen from Leavenworth, KS
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
spinner kept falling off
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paul from erie, CO
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
This seal is located between the spray arm and the water feed tube.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Spray Arm Seal
Customer Repair Stories
lack of water flow
removed one screw
removed old seal
installed new seal
installed screw
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Geoff from Avon, CT
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
Also known as a wash arm seal.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Spray Arm Seal
Customer Repair Stories
PartSelect screwed up.
I ordered #1174536, spray arm seal, but got #wp8268340, bearing.
Waiting for you to make this right.
Please feel free to publish this. Tom Hanna
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Thomas from BLOOMFIELD, MI
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Difficulty Level:Very Difficult
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Total Repair Time:More than 2 hours
Missing order
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Patsy from PFAFFTOWN, NC
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Difficulty Level:Very Difficult
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Total Repair Time:More than 2 hours
This is the replacement impeller kit for your dishwasher. This impeller kit comes with 4 pieces, including the impeller and seals which you will need for the repair. The impeller and seal kit is mounted on the dishwasher motor. If your dishwasher is not cleaning dishes properly, it may be an indication that your impeller has gone bad, and you are not getting proper water pressure. If the seals have gone bad, your dishwasher may start to leak. If you are having either of these problems, you may need to replace the impeller kit. Be sure to disconnect the water and power source from the dishwasher before you begin this repair. This is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Impeller
Customer Repair Stories
The ceramic seal had failed, allowing water to destroy the front motor bearing.
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Jerome from Greensburg, IN
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:More than 2 hours
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Dishes would not clean
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Kathryn from Gordon, NE
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers, Socket set
May differ in appearance, but functions same as original. This valve allows the water to flow in the drain direction only and prevents the dirty water from coming back into the tub.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Sump Pump Check Valve
Also known as the water supply tube.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Feed Tube with 3rd Level Spinner
Customer Repair Stories
Inadequate spray from upper arm
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Steven from Ashland, OR
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
This rack adjuster kit (Dishrack Adjuster Kit, Adjuster Kit, Dishwasher Rack Adjuster) will adjust the height of the upper rack of your dishwasher. It connects to the dishrack. The kit is constructed of grey plastic and metal, and measures approximately 12 inches wide and 6.5 inches tall. The rack adjuster can break from material fatigue or prolonged high temperature exposure. High temperature exposure can compromise the integrity of the materials. If the rack adjuster breaks, your upper rack may fall down, may be unlevel, or the door may not close. This kit includes the parts to replace the left and right-side rack adjusters and has been upgraded to a more durable metal design (2 adjuster assemblies, 1 left hand and 1 right hand actuator cover, 2 gray adjuster covers, and 2 gray adjuster housings)
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Dishwasher Dish Rack Adjuster Kit - Left and Right Side
Customer Repair Stories
broken rollers on upper basket
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Walton from Chittenango, NY
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers
Replace rack adjusters - wheel were broken
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Paul from Encinitas, CA
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
Supplies water from the main water feed tube to the middle manifold water tube.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Water Supply Manifold Probe
The circulation pump and motor is located near the bottom of the dishwasher. The part functions by spinning the impeller of the circulation pump, which is used to move the water through the spray arms during the wash cycle. Before you begin this repair, it is recommended that you pull your dishwasher out of the cabinet, so you can tip the dishwasher to one side and gain better access to the circulation pump and motor. Be sure to disconnect the power source and the water source to the dishwasher before you begin this repair. To complete this repair you will need a 1/4 inch nut driver and a 3/8 inch nut driver.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Circulation Pump and Motor
Customer Repair Stories
Dishwasher motor - making a very loud grinding noise
In hindsight, I could have done this job (replace the motor) in about 30 minutes. 1) Turn off electrical breaker in basement. 2) slide out dishwasher. 3) disconnect water supply. 4) use old towels to soak up any water still in the tub. 5) turn dishwasher on it's side. 6) unhook the wire harness plug from the motor, squeeze with fingers to unhook. 7) unbolt motor, 1 bolt. 8) turn motor counterclockwise, 1/4 turn. 9) pull motor out from sump, requires some force. 10) install new motor, but use some rinse aid to lubricate the rubber seal on it. Instead I did things the hard way and took the whole darn machine apart!!! See my story below.
I was surprised at how simple the design was and how few parts there really were inside the dishwasher. I found the pdf repair manual very useful, and I also found some repair videos on line. One thing they may or may not tell you - clean the parts well and lubricate the gaskets with some 'rinse aid' liquid when you put the machine back together. Also, it might help you to take a few pictures with a digital camera before you take things apart - that might help you remember how things go back together. Take close up pictures and use a treble light to illuminate the area when you're taking a picture.
The new motor was the ticket to fixing the loud noise. I was worried because the part cost $150. Before I ordered a new motor, I hooked up the old motor to electricity on my work bench and was able to recreate the really loud noise - so I was pretty sure that the new motor would eliminate the problem. It was very easy to install the new motor, only one bolt holds it in place. I did need to disassemble several parts to get to it though. Have no fear. One thing I did was mark the electric leads that went to the small pump with red and black sharpie markers so I could easily see which terminals to plug them back onto.
After reassembling the whole dishwasher with a new motor and testing the dishwasher for leaks by pouring a couple pitchers of water into it - I put the beast back under the counter (hooking it back up to the water supply line, the drain pipe to the garbage disposal and finally the electric supply). Then I ran it and water gushed out the bottom.
This whole job should have been easy, but things never go easy for me. Maybe if I would have lubricated the old sump gasket with rinse aid it would have sealed properly when I reinstalled it. Maybe if I would have cleaned the old sump gasket and the bottom of the tub really thoroughly things would have sealed right. But I didn't - so it leaked. I went ahead and bought a new sump gasket ($30 and had a few more days of waiting and self-doubt and having the dishwasher broken down). One the gasket came, I went through the entire uninstall, disassembly, reassembly and reinstall process AGAIN!!! This time with the new clean sump gasket and thoroughly cleaned surfaces. I also lubricated the gasket with rinse aid before installation. NO LEAKS! Job finished. Lessons learned. Doing it the first time was pretty tough though. Good luck! Get a helper for moral support and picture taking!
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Michael from St. Louis, MO
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:More than 2 hours
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
Loud grinding noise from water pump
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Steve from Inver Grove Heights, MN
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:More than 2 hours
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Measures level of soil in the water.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Turbidity Sensor
Customer Repair Stories
Failed diagonistics test for OWI sensor
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Mark from Lancaster, NY
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
Water is supplied to the lower spray arm via the pump assembly.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Lower Spray Arm
The heating element is not designed to heat the water that enters it, but is designed to maintain the heat of the water that enters the dishwasher. It is located on the bottom of the dishwasher.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Dishwasher Heating Element
Customer Repair Stories
Defective dishwasher heating element
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Matthew from CHATHAM, VA
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Wrench set
No heating for washing or drying
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Dewey from UNIONTOWN, AL
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Pliers
This part is essential in your dishes getting clean during the wash cycle. If there is any debris or a tear in the filter, it can cause extra buildup and, therefore, causing dirty dishes.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Accumulator and Filter
Customer Repair Stories
Dishes did not always clean with some residue left on the dishes. Needed to replace the filter
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Ashok from CHAPEL HILL, NC
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
Also known as a water supply tube which is used for your middle spray arm.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Manifold
Customer Repair Stories
manifold wore out did not hold water anymore
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Irl from EMMITSBURG, MD
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
This OEM gray Dishwasher Lower Dishrack Wheel Assembly is a plastic kit that allows the rack to slide in and out of the dishwasher easily. If it breaks or becomes damaged. sliding will feel difficult. This can happen due to normal wear and tear, and the part should be replaced if this occurs. Check your model number and user manual to make sure this part is correct. It attaches directly to the dishrack. To repair, open the dishwasher door and pull out the lower dishrack. Next, push the tab from both sides and it should pop out. To install the new wheel assembly, place it on the rack and make sure the caps overlap the wire from the inside before you clip it in place by pushing the wheel. It measures roughly 3x6 inches.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Lower Dishrack Wheel
Customer Repair Stories
Wheel on lower shelf broke off
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Dennis from OAKWOOD, IL
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
Broken wheel unit on the bottom dish rack
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Thomas from WEST OLIVE, MI
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
Turbo zone manifold.
This part moves water up from the sump collection area and up through the spray arms.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Sump and Motor Assembly
Customer Repair Stories
Dishwasher is about 3 years old, motor started makeing load noises.
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Joseph from Greenlawn, NY
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers
Dishes on the top rack weren't getting clean -- Motor was weak
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Steven from Mahwah, NJ
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
The spray arm in your dishwasher spins and sprays the water that is used to clean your dishes. If the spray arm is damaged, your dishwasher will not clean properly, and you will need to replace it. Many of our customers have rated this repair as easy, and to complete the repair you will simply need to unscrew the old arm, and replace it with a new one. Make sure the jets are facing upward when you secure the new arm. This part is made of gray plastic and is approximately 18 inches wide.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Middle Spray Arm
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Middle Spray Arm
This part is used to cover the chopper blades.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Protector
This water inlet valve should be located behind the lower kickplate panel in either the right or left corner. The attaching solenoids on the valve open and close according to the desired amount of water needed.
Replacing your Whirlpool Dishwasher Water Inlet Valve
Customer Repair Stories
No water was entering the dishwasher.
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Joseph from WAKE FOREST, NC
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers
High pitched noise when the washer filled at the beginning of the cycle.
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Robert from E GRAND FORKS, MN
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
This genuine OEM thermostat is sourced directly from the manufacturer to ensure compatibility with your dishwasher model. The thermostat monitors and regulates the temperature of the dishwasher heating element. It is responsible for ensuring that the water temperature reaches the optimal level for effective cleaning while also helping to prevent overheating and potential damage to the internal components of the dishwasher.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Thermostat
Customer Repair Stories
Dishwasher does not finish its cycle. The sanitizer light flashes red and there is soapy water left in the dishwasher.
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Ron from OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Wrench (Adjustable)
The rubber washer is a part which is specific to dishwashers and should not be substituted by a similar part. It works with the heating element to seal the receptacle opening where the heating element is attached. The rubber washer is used to prevent water leaking from your dishwasher during its cycle. Before making any repairs to your dishwasher make sure that you disconnect the power by finding the breaker for the dishwasher, and turning it off. The tools you will need to complete this repair include an adjustable wrench, and a 1/4 inch nut driver. This specific rubber washer is sold individually.
Replacing your Whirlpool Dishwasher Rubber Washer
Customer Repair Stories
Dishes would'nt come clean or dry from torn boot
Now to find out why it won't dry properly at the heating element is another task. It leaves water droplets on the dishes.
Once I got the rubber screw on attachment installed the dishes are clean & dry now & no water dropplets on the dishes.
The water dispenses up to the top like it suppost to throught the small tube to wash the upper rack dishes.
The wife is happy now she doesn't have to clean & dry them by hand.
Thank's so very much!!
Now on to the next project in hand to submit later on.
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David from Sallisaw, OK
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
The lower spray arm hub sits inside the dishwasher at the base, and feeds water into the lower spray arm. The arm hub is made of plastic and measures 3 inches long by 1.5 inches wide. If the spray arm becomes loose, or does not spin freely, check for damage to the spray arm hub. This is a genuine OEM replacement part sourced directly from the manufacturer.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Lower Spray Arm Hub - Gray
This drain pump is used in dishwashers to remove water from the dishwasher tub. If the impeller in the dishwasher is damaged or the motor has been shorted out and will not drain, it is possible the body is cracked, causing leakage. To prevent this from happening, replace the drain pump. The tools needed for this installation are: Phillips screwdriver, 5/16 inch nut driver, 5/8 inch wrench, and a flathead screwdriver. Remember to unplug your dishwasher from the power source before beginning this installation project. Refer to the manual provided by the manufacturer for further installation instructions.
Replacing your Whirlpool Dishwasher Dishwasher Drain Pump
Customer Repair Stories
Water not draining from the dishwasher
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Frederick from BIG PRAIRIE, OH
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
dishwasher not draining after wash cycle
First remove the water from the dishwasher pan that would not drain with a wet/dry vac. Otherwise the water will all drain on the floor when you remove the pump. Then remove the two screws on the kickplate on the front of the unit below the door. Remove the kickplate/maintainence access cover. The drain pump is on the right about 8 inches in. Using two hands you grasp the drain pump with your right hand and use the left hand to push the retaining clip down. Then the drain pump will rotate 1/4 turn counterclockwise and can be removed without pulling the dishwasher out. There is likely to be some water leak out that was traped in the pump housing that you can not reach with the vac. Disconnect the wire. Connect the wire to the new pump, put it in place and 1/4 turn clockwise to install it. Replace the kickplate and you're done.
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Andrew from Alexandria, VA
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
The tine pivot clip, also known as the tine row pivot, is used in dishwashers and is located in the upper dishrack. At around 3 inches in length, the clip is used to keep the tine row in place in the dishrack. If your clip is cracked or damaged, it is best to replace this part. To repair, first lift the release tab and hold the other side to prevent it from falling off. After lifting it off, you can set the new clip on the tine row and lock it up. Refer to the manual provided by the manufacturer for further installation instructions and guidance. Remember to wear work gloves as a safety precaution. This repair was rated as very easy by our customers and should be done in 15 minutes or less.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Tine Pivot
Customer Repair Stories
The original Tine Pivot had broken
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LOUIS from RAYNE, LA
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
tines on top rack of dishwasher would not stay up
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Sandra from Nottingham, MD
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
This drain hose is 6 and 1/2 feet.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Drain Hose
Customer Repair Stories
Drain hose leaking
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Robert from Beaufort, SC
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Pliers
Unwanted water.
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David from PITTSBURGH, PA
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Also known as rack adjuster. Sold individually. This is an original part from KitchenAid, Kenmore, Whirlpool, Jenn-Air, and Maytag for use with Dishwashers. The dishrack adjuster arm positioner clip holds the adjuster arm in the right position on the dishrack. The most common reason for replacing the strap is if the rack will not stay in its desired position. This part is sold individually. There are no tools needed to replace the positioner.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Dishwasher Positioner
Customer Repair Stories
A top rack assembly wheel came off
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David from LENEXA, KS
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
A plastic part on the top rack of my 2 year old dishwasher broke. Automatic dishwasher soap is corrosive and plastic parts should not be used in a dishwasher in the first place
I was not h ... Read more appy with Part Select! Part Select cost me time and money and didnt get the job done
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Susan from VICKSBURG, MI
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
This part is the replacement upper spray arm retainer or mount for your dishwasher. It is made of gray plastic and is approximately 4 inches by 3 inches. The upper spray arm mount attaches the spray arm to the water supply manifold. If the mount is loose damaged, you may notice that the spray arm wobbles, or possibly hangs from the top of the dishwasher. If this is the case, the mount may need to be replaced. If your dishes are not being cleaned properly, you may want to inspect the mount to ensure that it is not loose, disconnected, or damaged. This part is sold individually and is an authentic OEM part.
This manufacturer-approved Rack Stop Clip is a gray plastic part which can be installed with a screwdriver. Measuring slightly over an inch in length, it prevents the rack from sliding too far and falling off. If broken or damaged, then the rack will slide too far and this is a sign the part should be replaced. It attaches to the end of the top dishwasher rack. This clip can be used for the left or right side, and is sold individually. It is a good idea to replace both sides at once. To make this repair, start by pulling out the rack, then, using your screwdriver, reach in behind the rack stops and press the clips in. You should be able to remove the stops from the track from here. Next, you should be able to slide the track back over the rollers and snap the new track stop into place.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Rack Stop Clip
Customer Repair Stories
rack stop needed to be replaced
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Bruce from Milwaukee, WI
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
The rack stop clip on the upper right rail broke. I ordered two replacements and installed the part in about 15 minutes!
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Patricia from MC CORMICK, SC
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
This part is used to drain water from your dishwasher.
Replacing your Whirlpool Dishwasher Drain Hose
This part forces the water from the pump to the sump area for discharge.