Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the vent assembly on a KitchenAid dishwasher. The most common reason for replacing this part is if the dishes are not drying properly.
All of the information for this replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Ikea, Amana, Jenn Air, Maytag
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace the vent assembly in this kitchenaid dishwasher, you will need a t-15 torx bit and needle-nose pliers.
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Before you begin the procedure, turn off the power to the dishwasher.
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Open the dishwasher door, and use the t-15 torx bit to unthread the eight side screws and the top right screw holding the inner and outer door panels together.
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Unthread the top right door latch screw last.
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With the screws unthreaded, you can lift the outer door panel up to detach.
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Disconnect the user interface wire connecter and detach the wire retainer so you can set the outer door panel aside.
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Disconnect the vent assembly wire connecter.
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Next, open the door and use the needle-nose pliers to rotate the vent bezel counter-clockwise to detach.
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You can now fully remove the old vent assembly.
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To prepare the new vent assembly for installation, transfer the gasket from the old vent to the new one or install a new gasket.
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Keep the grooved-side up as you press the gasket into place in the vent assembly.
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Position the assembly on the inner door panel and secure it with the bezel by rotating it clockwise.
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Connect the wire connecter.
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Reinstall the outer door panel by first connecting the user interface wire connecter and securing the wire retainer.
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Make sure the console seal is in place, then slide the side edges of the outer panel behind the retaining brackets, then lift the panel up to join it with the inner door panel.
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Rethread the screws to secure.
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The top right door latch screw should be threaded first.
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That screw and the two upper side screws are longer than the six remaining side screws.
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With all the screws secured, turn the power supply back on, and the dishwasher should be ready for use.