The Track Assembly is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dishwashers. As the guide rail that the lower rack rolls along, this track plays an essential role in properly positioning dishes within the unit.
Causes of a faulty track can include normal wear from extended use, damage from heavy loads or impacts, or failures of the mounting brackets.
Symptoms of a bad track include:
- Difficulty sliding or rolling the rack in/out
- Noisy or scratching sounds during rack movement
- Rack malpositioning or misalignment inside the tub
- Cracks, splits, or broken sections along the track
This Whirlpool OEM part is compatible with additional appliance brands including Maytag, KitchenAid, and Jenn-Air.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Dishwasher rack rails broken and dropping bearings into tub. Bradley R. • Chillicothe , OH • April 19, 2020
Easy project. 6-year-old appliance. If one is failing replace all 4. The plastic race that holds the bearings becomes brittle and breaks dropping the bearings into the dishwasher tub. Total project time from assembling tools, protecting the hardwood floor, removal, and installation was less than 2 hours.
1) Turn off power to the appliance.
2) Remove 2 mounting Phillips screws holding dishwasher in the cabinet.
2) use a 1/4” nut driver to remove the 2 screws holding the bottom plate from...
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