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Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 dishwasher

Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 dishwasher Parts

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  • Appliance Spray Paint (black) for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part 285006

    Optional parts (not included) diagram

    Spray (black)

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  • Dishwasher Screw, #8 X 3/8-in for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part WP302868

    Door and panel parts diagram

    Dishwasher Screw

    Part #302868

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  • Dishwasher Electronic Control Board for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part W11305293

    Control panel and latch parts diagram

    Yoda2 Connec

    Part #W10825638

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  • Dishwasher Hose Clamp for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part W10789434

    Pump, washarm and motor parts diagram

    Dishwasher Hose Clamp

    Part #W10169167

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  • Handle for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part W11233556

    Door and panel parts diagram

    Handle

    Part #W10833961

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  • Appliance Porcelain Touch-up Paint, 1-qt (white) for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part 799344

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    Paint 1qt

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  • Dishwasher Dishrack Adjuster for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part WPW10546503

    Upper rack and track parts diagram

    Dishwasher Dishrack Adjuster

    Part #W10546503

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  • Vent for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part W10871832

    Fill, drain and overfill parts diagram

    Nut, Locking

    Part #W10851721

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  • Dishwasher Dishrack Adjuster Cover for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part WPW10250162

    Upper rack and track parts diagram

    Dishwasher Dishrack Adjuster Cover

    Part #W10250162

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  • Dishwasher Sump Drain Adapter for Maytag MDB8979SFZ1 - Part W11661859

    Pump, washarm and motor parts diagram

    Dishwasher Sump Drain Adapter

    Part #W10591540

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your dishwashers

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Why won't my dishwasher start?

Main causes: light switch beside the sink turned off, lack of power, bad dishwasher door switch, control system failure,…

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Why is my dishwasher leaking?

Main causes: damaged or stuck spray arm, leaking door seal, damaged door hinge, leaky heating element water seal, cracke…

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Why isn't my dishwasher getting dishes clean?

Main causes: improper loading, low water temperature, improper detergent dosage, detergent dispenser failure, spray arm …

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Why is my dishwasher noisy?

Main causes: glass or popcorn kernel stuck in the chopper blade, drain line vibrating against the cabinet, debris in was…

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Why does my dishwasher stop mid-cycle?

Main causes: broken door latch, tripped circuit breaker, broken heating element, faulty vent fan, sensor failure, contro…

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Why don't my dishes get dry?

Main causes: not using rinse aid, rinse aid dispenser failure, broken heating element, malfunctioning vent, drying fan f…

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Why can't I adjust the dishwasher rack height?

Main cause: damaged rack height adjuster…

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Why won't my dishwasher drain?

Main causes: clogged kitchen sink drain, clogged drain hose, drain check valve damaged, drain pump failure, control syst…

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Why won't my dishwasher fill?

Main causes: water supply problem, stuck overfill float, clogged water inlet valve screen, water inlet valve failure…

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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.

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How to replace a dishwasher door latch assembly

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…

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Repair time and Difficulty

 30 minutes or less
How to replace a dishwasher thermal fuse

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…

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Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less
How to replace a dishwasher control panel

How to replace a dishwasher control panel

Learn how to replace a dishwasher control panel. Learn which tools and parts you need and get step-by-step instructions.…

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Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less

Effective articles & videos to help repair your dishwashers

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What's a turbidity sensor, and how does it affect wash quality?

What's a turbidity sensor, and how does it affect wash quality?

Your dishwasher’s secret weapon? A turbidity sensor. Find out what it does, how it boosts wash quality, and what to do i…

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Dishwasher not drying dishes video

Dishwasher not drying dishes video

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Replacing dishrack rollers on Kenmore 587-series and Frigidaire dishwashers video

Replacing dishrack rollers on Kenmore 587-series and Frigidaire dishwashers video

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