Customer Questions and Answers for Door Strike (Dishwasher) by Whirlpool

This dishwasher door strike mounts to the tub opening and provides the catch point for the door latch. Replacing a worn or bent strike restores positive latching so the control can sense a closed door and run cycles reliably.

• Provides the catch the door latch locks onto
• Engages the door switch so the dishwasher can start
• Helps keep the door securely closed during operation
• Common symptoms: door won't latch or pops open; unit won't start unless pressure is applied to the door; strike is visibly bent, worn, or missing

• Disconnect power at the breaker; turn off water if you need to move the appliance
• Open the door to access the strike at the tub opening; remove mounting screws, replace the strike, and tighten securely
• Save and reuse the original mounting screws
• After installation, check latch engagement and adjust appliance leveling or alignment if needed