KitchenAid Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser Replacement #W11032769

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04:33

Description

This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the detergent dispenser on KitchenAid dishwasher model #KDTE204EPA3. The most common reason for replacing the dispenser is if it is not working properly.

All of the information for this dispenser 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 Instructions

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Before you replace the detergent dispenser in your dishwasher…

…be sure to turn off the power to the appliance.

Use a t-15 torx bit to unthread the four screws securing the custom outer door panel to the metal door panel.

The screws at located at the top corners…

…and second from the bottom on the left and right sides.

Lift the custom outer panel up to fully detach and set it aside.

Next, unthread the remaining screws securing the metal door panel to the inner panel.

Remove the retaining pin.

Pull the door panel forward and lift up to remove.

Now release the tab to disconnect the wire connecter from the detergent dispenser wax motor.

Use a 3/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the dispenser retaining bracket.

With the bracket removed, use a flat-head screwdriver to bend back the retaining tabs and you can remove the old dispenser.

Before you install the new detergent dispenser…bend the retaining tabs in.

Now align the dispenser in the inner door panel and snap it into place.

Reposition the retaining bracket…

…and thread all of the screws loosely…then tighten.

Connect the wire connecter to the wax motor.

Reinstall the outer metal door panel by sliding it over the mounting tabs and aligning it with the inner panel.

Insert the retaining pin to help hold the panel in place.

Rethread the screws to secure.

Reinstall the custom outer panel by inserting the mounting studs into the key-hole slots.

Slide the panel down until the top of the custom panel is flush with the top of the control panel.

Replace the four screws to secure the panel.

With the repair completed…

…turn the power supply back on…

…and your dishwasher should be ready for use.

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