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
Choose a symptom to see related dishwasher repairs.
Main causes: water supply problem, stuck overfill float, clogged water inlet valve screen, water inlet valve failure…
Main causes: light switch beside the sink turned off, lack of power, bad dishwasher door switch, control system failure,…
Main cause: damaged rack height adjuster…
Main causes: clogged kitchen sink drain, clogged drain hose, drain check valve damaged, drain pump failure, control syst…
Main causes: improper loading, low water temperature, improper detergent dosage, detergent dispenser failure, spray arm …
Main causes: damaged or stuck spray arm, leaking door seal, damaged door hinge, leaky heating element water seal, cracke…
Main causes: not using rinse aid, rinse aid dispenser failure, broken heating element, malfunctioning vent, drying fan f…
Main causes: broken door spring, damaged or broken door hinge…
Main causes: broken door latch, tripped circuit breaker, broken heating element, faulty vent fan, sensor failure, contro…
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 water inlet valve
If your dishwasher fills constantly or won't fill at all, the water inlet valve has failed. You can replace it in about …
How to replace a dishwasher timer
Follow these steps to replace the timer in your dishwasher if it fails to advance or does not operate properly.…
How to replace a dishwasher lower spray arm
If the lower spray wash arm is damaged, you can install a new one in just a few minutes.…
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.
Get expert tips on using your dishwasher efficiently to save water and energy.…
Get tips for cleaning and maintaining your dishwasher…
This list shows how to disable the demo mode on a variety of dishwashers.…