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Parts That Fix KitchenAid Dishwasher KUDS30IVBL3 Leaking
Leaking is a commonly reported symptom for the KUDS30IVBL3 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 KUDS30IVBL3 KitchenAid Dishwasher that will fix Leaking. 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 is a door seal, but you may also know it as a door gasket and it is a part for your dishwasher. It provides a leak proof seal between the tub and the door of your appliance. You will need to replace the door seal if you are experiencing leaking from the front of your dishwasher. Once you have removed your old seal, we recommend inspecting the groove to make sure there are no food particles or debris caught inside that will impede the installation process.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Door Gasket
Customer Repair Stories
Seal on dishwasher worn out and coming loose.
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william from Wethersfield, CT
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
Door seal on dishwasher frame was brittle and deteriorated
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Tracy from Jupiter, FL
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
This is a seal, but you may also know it as a door gasket and it is for your dishwasher. The seal forms a watertight barrier between the door and the dishwasher tub, deterring water from escaping during a wash cycle. If your dishwasher is leaking you will need to replace the seal, as it is likely damaged. The first step should be to check the seal for buildup of food particles near the sides and the bottom of your appliance.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Seal
Customer Repair Stories
Leak
2. Install new seal
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Charles from WALLBACK, WV
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
Leaking door seal
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Charles from ELGIN, IL
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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)
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
leaking water inlet valve
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Fredrick from BROADALBIN, NY
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers
washer filled in when off..
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Bruce from GRANDVIEW, MO
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers
This hose clamp is used in a wide variety of household appliances. Most often it is found in washers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, garbage disposals, or air conditioners. This clamp is used to securely attach a hose to another part of your appliance, which helps prevent leaks from those connections. Depending on the appliance, it can attach hoses to drain pumps, water inlet valves, pressure switches, and injector nozzles. We recommend you refer to model-specific diagrams for appropriate uses and exact placement. This hose clamp is made of metal, and is sold individually. To access and replace this part you will need a nut driver, pliers, and screwdrivers. Before you begin any repair work, make sure you have unplugged your appliance, and shut off the water supply if applicable.
Replacing your Kenmore Washer Hose Clamp
This kit includes the switch, lever, seal and standpipe. Water that fills your dishwasher lifts the float, and when it reaches a certain level, the float acts as a trigger for the float switch. The float triggers the switch to shut off, thereby shutting off the flow of water into the dishwasher.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Float Switch Kit
Customer Repair Stories
leaking water bottom rigth side
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michael from WINCHESTER, MA
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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 leaked under right front corner. Discovered that overflow(float switch) was either sticking allowing fill to overflow or rubber gasket was deteriorated allowing water to leak through mounting hole.
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Robert from Rochester, NY
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Wrench (Adjustable)
This fill hose is a genuine OEM replacement part for your dishwasher. The hose is made of black plastic, and is accordion-style, for ease of movement within your dishwasher. To replace the fill hose, you will need a 1/4 inch nut driver, Channellock pliers, and a Phillips screwdriver. Replacing this part will require some disassembly, such as removing the water inlet valve from the fill hose, and the clamps which secure the hose in place. Reuse your existing clamps when securing your new fill hose in place.
Replacing your Whirlpool Dishwasher Inlet Fill Hose
Customer Repair Stories
The hose had a slit in it.
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Larry from Sarasota, FL
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Hole in filler hose
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Gordon from Davidsonville, MD
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Pliers
This part holds the rinse aid liquid in the dispenser until the timer activates the rinse cycle.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Rinse Aid Cap
Customer Repair Stories
Original rinse aid cap warped by heating element
P.S. - I would rate this excellent. I would give it 5-stars.
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Mary from Bellingham, WA
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
Rinse Aid Cap was not secured and during dishwaher run the cap sat on the heating coil and melted.
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James from Brandon, FL
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
This part is used to drain water from your dishwasher.
Replacing your Whirlpool Dishwasher Drain Hose
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
This is connected to the water valve, is located on the side of your tub and allows water to enter your dishwasher. ***Note: This part does not include the inlet gasket - must order separately.
Also known as a washer.
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
This part forces the water from the pump to the sump area for discharge.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher VOLUTE
Also known as an air baffle.
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)
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
Used with the water inlet valve.
As water is filling your dishwasher, a float rises along with it. When the float reaches a predetermined level, it shuts off the flow of water, thereby preventing a leak.
Customer Repair Stories
Replace the part.
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Gianni from Rio Rancho, NM
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
This is a flexible drain hose that is 12 feet long.
Replacing your Whirlpool Dishwasher Drain Hose
Customer Repair Stories
Installing a new dishwasher in a remodeled Kitchen
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Maxie from Bridge City, TX
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench set
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 part releases the detergent and rinse aid into the dishwasher. Light grey in color. The detergent dispenser attaches to the inner door panel and holds the dishwasher detergent and rinse agent in a covered compartment.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser Assembly
Customer Repair Stories
Plastic catch that releases the soap dispenser door broke off, the soap dispenser door wouldnt stay shut.
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Patrick from Byron Center, MI
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver
latch on dispenser cover broke
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Craig from Austin, TX
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set
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
This part is a door balance link kit, also sometimes known as door cable or door spring cable kit, that helps support the door as it opens and closes by connecting to the dishwasher door hinges. The kit includes two door balance links and two door balance mounts with wheels, which will replace both the left and right sides. The only tool needed is a 5/16 nut driver. Before removing the existing kit, take note of how the door balance link kit is assembled for a smooth replacement process. It is recommended to check the door springs in case they need to be replaced as well.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Door Balance Link Kit
Customer Repair Stories
Door spring link broken
2. Remove the kick plate under the door. May have to lower unit by turning the feet using the adjustable wrench.
3. Make sure you have enough slack in the water i ... Read more nput line and electrical wiring that you can pull the dishwasher out about 12 inches or more.
4. There is a spring and nylon rope link on both sides of the unit. Probably just one link is broken, but the replacement comes with two, so you can replace both or save one as a spare. Look at the good side and it should be pretty self explanatory how it attaches. I found it easiest to first thread the link around the lower pulley, then attach the link to the spring, then spring to the rear support, then the link to the door.
5. Reverse (2 to 1) to reinstall the dishwasher.
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Sean from Ramona, 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, Wrench (Adjustable)
Replaced Hinge Link
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Scott from Fort Lauderdale, FL
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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
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 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 clamp helps to prevent leaking by holding the end of water hose in place.
This part has a large port for the soil sensor and thermistor.
Customer Repair Stories
Leak around gasket
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reynaldo from San Antonio, TX
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
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)
This silverware basket holds utensils in your dishwasher. If it becomes damaged or goes missing, you can replace it with this part. No disassembly is required to replace this part; simply remove the existing basket and replace it with the new one. To keep the basket in good shape, place silverware carefully inside, and be careful when removing and replacing the basket when unloading utensils.
Customer Repair Stories
Silverware basket was broken on the bottom so pieces fell through to the dishwasher
Threw it out!
Put in the new basket. Perfect fit and color match!
I am very wimpy when it comes to household repairs but this was so easy and quick! Part came in less than one week!
Very very satisfied!
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Elizabeth from Chagrin Falls, OH
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
Silverware basket damaged.
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Stephanie from Huntington, IN
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
Shield
This part is located between the console and the door.
Customer Repair Stories
The old seal would often travel with the door when opened.
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Richard from Ann Arbor, MI
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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
Supplies water from the main water feed tube to the middle manifold water tube.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Water Supply Manifold Probe
Turbo zone manifold.
The plastic button covers the sharp ends of screws along the edge of the dishwasher tub. Sold individually.
The mounting bracket is sold individually, without screws. This part secures the upper side of the dishwasher to the underside of the counter or cabinet to prevent the dishwasher from moving, shaking, or tilting forward. The bracket is made entirely of metal. It is recommended to check all brackets, if applicable, because they often wear at the same rate and both may need to be replaced. This is an OEM part that is sourced from the authentic manufacturer. Tools needed are a pair of needle nose pliers and a screwdriver.
Replacing your KitchenAid Dishwasher Mounting Bracket
Customer Repair Stories
Broken Mounting bracket
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Roy from HIGGINSVILLE, MO
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
Lost dishwasher brackets
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Judith from Essex, MA
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
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.