This vent assembly is mounted on the dishwasher door or inner panel and allows steam and moisture to escape during the drying cycle. It typically includes a vent cover and internal flap mechanism that opens to release hot, moist air. Replace this part if you notice poor drying performance, excessive moisture remaining on dishes after a cycle, or if the vent flap is stuck, broken, or no longer opens and closes properly.
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Maytag dishwasher going into reset (washer stopped start button light flashing) David P. • Queen Creek , AZ • February 01, 2019
Originally replaced non-resettable overload. No help. Contacted Appliance Pros. Advised to measure vent wax motor resistance. Way too high (>2k ohms). Replaced vent assembly. Bingo. All is well. Thank you Appliance Pros, once again!
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