If your Electrolux dishwasher is making noise, start with the parts most likely to cause it. A noisy dishwasher often points to a clogged or failing drain pump, especially if debris is caught in the pump housing. If the drain pump is clear but the dishwasher loud noise is still there, the next likely cause is the circulation pump, since worn motor bearings can create a steady droning or humming sound. After that, check the drain impeller, which can make noise if it is cracked or broken, followed by the pump and motor assembly, where failed bearings, a damaged drain impeller, or a worn wash impeller can all cause a dishwasher grinding noise or dishwasher humming noise. A damaged wash impeller can also scrape the pump housing and create a sharper mechanical sound. On some Electrolux models, the circulation and drain pump motor itself may be the source if the bearings are worn out. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact Electrolux replacement part that fits your specific dishwasher.
01 - Electrolux Dishwasher Drain Pump
First, check the drain pump to ensure that it is clear of debris. If the drain pump is clean but it is still noisy, replace it.
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The circulation pump motor has bearings that wear out over time. When the motor bearings fail, they generate a continuous drone. If the motor bearings have failed, you must replace the entire circulation pump.
04 - Electrolux Dishwasher Pump and Motor Assembly
Part of the pump and motor assembly (such as the motor bearings, drain impeller, or wash impeller) might be defective. Often, you can replace the pump’s individual parts. However, if you do not want to disassemble the pump to replace its parts, or if the parts are not available separately, you can replace the entire pump and motor assembly.
The wash impeller is a small plastic blade that forces water through the spray arms. If one or more of the impeller blades is broken, the dishwasher will make noise. In addition, if the impeller is damaged, warped, or bent, it can scape against the pump housing. Inspect the wash impeller for damage. If the wash impeller is damaged, replace it. On most models, you can replace the wash impeller independently of the pump and motor assembly. Search for your model number to determine if your impeller is replaceable. If the impeller cannot be replaced separately, you will have to replace the entire pump and motor assembly.
06 - Electrolux Dishwasher Circulation and Drain Pump Motor
The circulation pump motor has bearings that wear out over time. When the motor bearings fail, they generate a continuous drone. If the motor bearings have failed, replace the motor or replace the entire pump and motor assembly.