Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKitchenAid Dishwasher Upper Dishrack Adjuster Arm Button Replacement W11267699

KitchenAid Dishwasher Upper Dishrack Adjuster Arm Button Replacement W11267699

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the upper dishrack adjuster arm button on a KitchenAid dishwasher. The most common reason for replacing this part is if it is damaged or missing.

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 Instructions

1
To replace an upper dishrack adjuster arm button in this kitchenaid dishwasher, you will need a small flat-head screwdriver.
2
Pull out the upper dishrack, then open the front rack stops and fully remove the upper dishrack.
3
Now insert the small flat-head screwdrver into the two slots in the appropriate rack adjuster assembly to depress the tabs to release the rack adjuster clips.
4
Use the screwdriver to pry the lower tabs outward, then pull the rack adjuster out from the bottom and pull down to fully detach.
5
Confirm the adjuster is in the lower position, then, using the screwdriver, pry out the two adjuster arm retaining pins to remove the arm and you can set the button aside.
6
To install the new upper dishrack adjuster arm button, position it in the adjuster then align the bottom of the arm behind the adjuster and snap the top portion into position.
7
Realign the assembly on the rack and snap it into position.
8
Align the rack adjuster clips on the inside of the adjuster and snap them into place.
9
You can now align the upper rack rollers on the rails, slide the rack in, and close the front rack stops.
Description


This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the upper dishrack adjuster arm button on a KitchenAid dishwasher. The most common reason for replacing this part is if it is damaged or missing.

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 Instructions
1
To replace an upper dishrack adjuster arm button in this kitchenaid dishwasher, you will need a small flat-head screwdriver.
2
Pull out the upper dishrack, then open the front rack stops and fully remove the upper dishrack.
3
Now insert the small flat-head screwdrver into the two slots in the appropriate rack adjuster assembly to depress the tabs to release the rack adjuster clips.
4
Use the screwdriver to pry the lower tabs outward, then pull the rack adjuster out from the bottom and pull down to fully detach.
5
Confirm the adjuster is in the lower position, then, using the screwdriver, pry out the two adjuster arm retaining pins to remove the arm and you can set the button aside.
6
To install the new upper dishrack adjuster arm button, position it in the adjuster then align the bottom of the arm behind the adjuster and snap the top portion into position.
7
Realign the assembly on the rack and snap it into position.
8
Align the rack adjuster clips on the inside of the adjuster and snap them into place.
9
You can now align the upper rack rollers on the rails, slide the rack in, and close the front rack stops.

Applicable Product Model

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Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
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Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$9.80
Total$0.00

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