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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Dishwasher Door Latch Replacement #WPW10653840
Whirlpool Dishwasher Door Latch Replacement #WPW10653840
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Total Parts Cost
$31.26Estimated Savings
$112.5002:18
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the door latch on Whirlpool dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the latch is if the door will not stay shut.
All of the information in this latch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-15 Torx bit
All of the information in this latch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-15 Torx bit
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the door latch in your dishwasher be sure to turn off the power to the appliance.
2
Open the dishwasher door and use a t-15 torx bit to unthread all of the screws holding the inner and outer door panels together.
3
Separate the panels.
4
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to release the retaining tab to detach the old door latch then disconnect the wire connecter.
5
Install the new door latch by first connecting the wire connecter then align the latch on the outer door panel and snap it into place.
6
Set the outer door panel on the hinges.
7
Confirm the inner door panel trim is in place then join the two panels together and rethread all of the screws to secure.
8
With the repair completed turn the power back on and your dishwasher should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the door latch on Whirlpool dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the latch is if the door will not stay shut.
All of the information in this latch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-15 Torx bit
All of the information in this latch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool
Tools used: T-15 Torx bit
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the door latch in your dishwasher be sure to turn off the power to the appliance.
2
Open the dishwasher door and use a t-15 torx bit to unthread all of the screws holding the inner and outer door panels together.
3
Separate the panels.
4
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to release the retaining tab to detach the old door latch then disconnect the wire connecter.
5
Install the new door latch by first connecting the wire connecter then align the latch on the outer door panel and snap it into place.
6
Set the outer door panel on the hinges.
7
Confirm the inner door panel trim is in place then join the two panels together and rethread all of the screws to secure.
8
With the repair completed turn the power back on and your dishwasher should be ready for use.
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