DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the control panel on KitchenAid dishwasher model #KDTE204EPA3. The most common reason for replacing the panel is if it is damaged.
All of the information for this control panel replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Ikea, Amana, Jenn Air, Maytag
Tools needed: 1/4" nut driver, Channel Lock pliers, phillips head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
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…and the help you need to do the repair yourself.
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Since we encourage you to perform this repair safely, a warning icon will appear when you should use caution.
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Before you replace the control panel on your dishwasher…
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…be sure to turn off the power to the appliance.
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Use a t-15 torx bit to unthread the four screws securing the custom outer door panel to the metal door panel.
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The screws at located at the top corners…
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…and second from the bottom on the left and right sides.
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Lift the custom outer panel up to fully detach and set it aside.
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Next, unthread the remaining screws securing the metal door panel to the inner panel.
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Remove the retaining pin.
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Now pull the door panel forward and lift up to remove.
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Unthread the door latch mounting screws.
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You can now lift the old control panel off and disconnect the touch-pad wire harness from the control board to fully remove.
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Prepare the new control panel for installation…
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…by first making sure the control board shield is in place.
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Now connect the provided touch-pad wire harness to the panel.
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Connect the opposite end of the wire harness to the control board.
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Align the new control panel on the inner door panel…
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…and thread the door latch mounting screws to secure.
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Reinstall the outer metal door panel by sliding it over the mounting tabs and aligning it with the inner panel.
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Insert the retaining pin to help hold the panel in place.
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Rethread the screws to secure.
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Reinstall the custom outer panel by inserting the mounting studs into the key-hole slots.
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Slide the panel down until the top of the custom panel is flush with the top of the control panel.
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Replace the four screws to secure the panel.
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With the repair completed…
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…turn the power supply back on…
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…and your dishwasher should be ready for use.
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