DIY dishwasher repair
Sears PartsDirect can help with your dishwasher troubleshooting, whether your dishwasher won't start, doesn't drain or leaks on the floor. If your dishwasher is flashing an error code, our error code charts can help you diagnose the problem.
If you need more troubleshooting help with your dishwasher, we have loads of videos that walk you through what to check. Whether your dishwasher isn't draining or your dishwasher just won't start, we have troubleshooting videos to help you diagnose the problem. From troubleshooting a leaking dishwasher to showing you how to load a dishwasher to get the cleanest dishes, our articles and videos have tips and tricks to get your dishwasher working again.
Once you pinpoint the issue with your dishwasher, fix it using the step-by-step illustrated instructions and videos in our DIY repair guides. To find the owner’s manual or a complete list of replacement parts for your dishwasher, search for your model number.
Most common symptoms to help you fix your dishwashers
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Main causes: broken door spring, damaged or broken door hinge…
Main causes: damaged or stuck spray arm, leaking door seal, damaged door hinge, leaky heating element water seal, cracke…
Main causes: broken door latch, tripped circuit breaker, broken heating element, faulty vent fan, sensor failure, contro…
Main causes: improper loading, low water temperature, improper detergent dosage, detergent dispenser failure, spray arm …
Main causes: clogged kitchen sink drain, clogged drain hose, drain check valve damaged, drain pump failure, control syst…
Main cause: damaged rack height adjuster…
Main causes: glass or popcorn kernel stuck in the chopper blade, drain line vibrating against the cabinet, debris in was…
Main causes: not using rinse aid, rinse aid dispenser failure, broken heating element, malfunctioning vent, drying fan f…
Main causes: light switch beside the sink turned off, lack of power, bad dishwasher door switch, control system failure,…
Most common repair guides to help fix your dishwashers
These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your dishwasher.
How to replace a dishwasher door latch assembly
If the dishwasher door doesn't click shut, a broken door latch is a likely cause. Follow these instructions to replace i…
How to replace a dishwasher user interface control
The user interface control houses the selection buttons and display. If it fails, you can't select the cycle and setting…
How to replace a dishwasher thermal fuse
A completely dead control panel often indicates that the thermal fuse on the electronic control board is blown; follow t…
Effective articles & videos to help repair your dishwashers
Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your dishwasher.
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