Maytag
Dishwasher

Model #MDB8959AWW2 Official Maytag undercounter dishwasher

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Maytag MDB8959AWW2 undercounter dishwasher, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Dishwasher Dishrack Slide Rail Stop, Upper#2

Upper rack and track parts Diagram

Dishwasher dishrack slide rail stop, upper

Part #8565925
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Dishwasher Door Cable Kit#3

Upper rack and track parts Diagram

Dishwasher wheel

Part #8270018
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Dishwasher Door Cable Kit#20

Tub and frame parts Diagram

Dishwasher door balance link

Part #W10158291
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Dishwasher Dishrack, Lower#1

Lower rack parts Diagram

Dishwasher dishrack

Part #W10082825
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Dishwasher Drain Pump (replaces W10348269)#15

Pump and motor parts Diagram

Dishwasher drain pump

Part #8558995
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Dishwasher Dishrack Slide Rail Stop#5

Upper rack and track parts Diagram

Stop

Part #W10199682
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Dishwasher Cabinet Seal (replaces W10179427, W10835073)#6

Tub and frame parts Diagram

Seal

Part #8269110
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Dishwasher Tine Row#6

Lower rack parts Diagram

Dishwasher tine row

Part #W10082907
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Dishwasher Thermal Fuse#6

Control panel parts Diagram

Fuse

Part #661663
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Dishwasher Chopper Assembly (replaces 8268383, W10083957)#6

Pump and motor parts Diagram

Dishwasher chopper assembly

Part #W10083957
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Symptoms common to all dishwashers

Choose a symptom to see related dishwasher repairs.

Main causes: broken door latch, tripped circuit breaker, broken heating element, faulty vent fan, sensor failure, control system problem
Main cause: damaged rack height adjuster
Main causes: damaged or stuck spray arm, leaking door seal, damaged door hinge, leaky heating element water seal, cracked water supply line
Main causes: clogged kitchen sink drain, clogged drain hose, drain check valve damaged, drain pump failure, control system problem
Main causes: water supply problem, stuck overfill float, clogged water inlet valve screen, water inlet valve failure
Main causes: glass or popcorn kernel stuck in the chopper blade, drain line vibrating against the cabinet, debris in wash pump or drain pump
Main causes: broken door spring, damaged or broken door hinge
Main causes: not using rinse aid, rinse aid dispenser failure, broken heating element, malfunctioning vent, drying fan failure
Main causes: light switch beside the sink turned off, lack of power, bad dishwasher door switch, control system failure, wiring problem

Repair guides common to all dishwashers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your dishwasher.

October 1, 2016
By Lyle Weischwill
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 it yourself.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
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 settings. Follow these instructions to replace it yourself.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 30 minutes or less
April 1, 2014
By Lyle Weischwill
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 these steps to replace a blown thermal fuse in your dishwasher.

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less

Articles and videos common to all dishwashers

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your dishwasher.

November 13, 2022

7 Tips to Get Your Dishwasher Ready for the Holidays

By Lyle Weischwill

Find professional tips that can help you get your dishwasher ready for the holidays.

December 23, 2021

How to reset a Whirlpool dishwasher

By Lyle Weischwill

Learn how to reset a Whirlpool dishwasher when its control freezes up.

April 10, 2020

Cleaning your appliances after a drinking water advisory

By Julie Riebe

Find out how to clean and flush household appliances once a boil water advisory is lifted.