DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the upper dish rack roller on a Whirlpool dishwasher. The most common reason for replacing the dish rack roller is when the dish rack doesn’t glide smoothly.
All of the information for this upper dish rack roller replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Amana, Maytag, Magic Chef, Ikea, Inglis, Crosley, Estate, Roper
Tools needed: multi-screwdriver, 3/16 socket
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace an upper dish rack roller pull the upper dish rack out and use a small flathead screwdriver to depress the tabs to release the front rack stops from the upper dish rack rails.
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Slide out the upper rack.
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Use the small flathead screwdriver to push the tab out so you can release the retaining latch securing the old roller assembly.
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Now release the brackets from the tines to fully detach.
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Install the new upper rack roller by positioning it on the tines then snap the retaining latch in place to secure.
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Return the upper dish rack to the dishwasher and slide it into position.
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Snap the front rack stops into place and confirm that the dish rack moves freely.