Eric E Carmel , IN September 23, 2014 Detergent dispenser failed (fabric softener would no longer deploy) One of the easiest fixes I've ever undertaken. I am fairly handy but not an appliance repairman by any stretch of the imagination. Replacing this part in my washing machine took ~1 hour and would have been even faster had I not chosen to replace my water supply hoses while I had the washer pulled away from the wall (those things don't last forever, you know). Search on youtube and you will find videos to help this exact process. 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours