DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the main control board on Frigidaire dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the control board is if the dishwasher won’t start and none of the control panel buttons work, but other more common causes have been ruled out.
All of the information in this control board replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Frigidaire
Tools used: T-20 Torx Bit Screwdriver, Phillips Head Screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the main control board in your dishwasher be sure to turn off the power to the appliance.
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Use a t-20 torx bit screwdriver to remove the screws securing the inner door panel to the outer panel.
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Loosen the door latch mounting screws.
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Separate the door panels and set the outer panel aside
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Now fully remove the door latch mounting screws to release the control panel assembly.
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Use a phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws to release the control board cover.
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Note the location of the wires connected to the control board then disconnect the wires.
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Unthread the screws securing the control board.
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Carefully lift out the old board.
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Install the new main control board by positioning it in the control panel assembly.
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Thread the screws to secure.
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Connect the wires to the appropriate terminals on the new board.
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Make sure the display board wires are aligned in the channel then reposition the control board cover and secure it with the screws.
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Reposition the door latch and secure the wires.
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Realign the control panel assembly on the inner door panel.
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Thread the door latch mounting screws loosely.
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Reinstall the outer door panel by aligning it on the control panel.
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Rethread the screws to secure the inner door panel to the outer panel.
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The longer screws go at the top.
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Tighten the door latch mounting screws.
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With the repair completed turn the power supply back on and your dishwasher should be ready for use.