How to Replace a Door Switch Bracket on a Whirlpool Dishwasher

Is your Whirlpool dishwasher refusing to start, or does the door just refuse to latch properly? You might be dealing with a faulty door switch mounting bracket, and the good news is, you don’t need to call in a pro to fix it! Stick around to discover our step-by-step how-to video that will guide you through the repair process and bring your dishwasher back to life.

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On a Whirlpool dishwasher, the door switch mounting bracket WPW10274884 is responsible for holding the door switch in place, allowing your dishwasher to detect when the door is closed. Common signs that indicate the need for replacement include the dishwasher not starting, the door not latching properly, or error codes related to door issues. Fortunately, with a few basic tools and some patience, you can tackle this repair yourself and get your dishwasher back in working order. So, let’s get started!

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The information in this article may not apply to your specific appliance model. We recommend consulting your manufacturer’s documentation or contact us with any questions.

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Safety precautions

When working on any appliance, remember to keep safety first. Here are some tips to keep in mind: 

• Always power off and unplug your appliance or switch off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by preventing any risk of injury from electric shock.
• Wear insulated work gloves to protect your hands from sharp metal parts, pinching hazards and debris.
• Take your time and don’t rush while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries.
• Work in a well-lit area so you can clearly see and access the interior parts.
• Clear your workspace of clutter and other obstacles. Keep children and pets away from the work area.
• Never work on internal parts with bare wet hands. Make sure the work area is completely dry.
• Check your user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions for your part or appliance. 
• Be gentle when handling or removing parts. Excessive force might damage the appliance or cause injury.
• Wear safety glasses when working with chemicals, dust or cleaning large debris to prevent injury. 
• If the appliance has recently been used, give it plenty of time for any heating parts to cool down before working on it. 
• Take pictures or make a note of wiring terminals or other connections before disconnecting to prevent any problems with reassembly.
• When working with wires, avoid touching any exposed wires or terminals. If you need to touch a wire, use a non-conductive tool or wear insulating gloves to prevent electrical shock.

Tools and materials needed

• Replacement part (make sure it’s compatible with your model before installing)
• Torx 15 driver
• Flathead screwdriver
• 3/16″ nutdriver

Replacement steps

Step 1: Disassembly and removal

1. Open the door just enough to access the screws on the control panel.
2. Using the Torx 15 driver, remove all screws securing the control panel.
3. Carefully lower the control panel down and lift it out of the door.
4. Turn the control panel upside down for better access to the door switch mounting bracket.
5. Use a small flathead screwdriver to unhook the wires from the divider.
6. With the 3/16-inch nut driver, remove the screw holding the door switch in place.
7. Swing the switch out of the way.
8. Locate the tabs on each side of the assembly.
9. Lift up on both tabs to free the assembly from the dishwasher.
10. Take off the spring by pulling it from the tabs where it is hooked. Set it aside.
11. Use a small flathead screwdriver to flex the locking tabs on each side of the handle.
12. Once released, set the handle aside.
13. Lift up on the last locking piece from below and snap it past the locking tabs.
14. Remove it and set it aside.

Step 2: Installation and reassembly

1. Slide the new mounting bracket piece into place, ensuring the tabs align.
2. Push it up to lock it in place.
3. Ensure the locking tab is on the correct side for the spring.
4. Lift the sliding piece up and push the handle in at an angle to snap it in place.
5. Hook the spring onto the handle and bracket, stretching it out as necessary.
6. Set the assembly back into the dishwasher, ensuring the locking tabs line up and lock in place.
7. Position the door switch so it sits on the pins.
8. Use the 3/16-inch nut driver to secure it with the screw.
9. Route the wiring harness down through the holder.
10. Lift the control panel back into position and use the Torx 15 driver to secure it with screws.
11. Close the dishwasher door, plug it back in, and take it for a test run.

Additional information

Thanks for reading! We hope this guide helped you replace the door switch mounting bracket on your Whirlpool dishwasher.  

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