Stephen B Shelby , NC January 14, 2019 Drain pump was not working due to broken glass in the bottom of the dishwasher I tipped the dishwasher over and replaced the drain pump. Very simple replacement. Read More... 4 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Pliers
Ken L Nutley , NJ January 20, 2019 Appliance: Whirlpool Dishwasher WDF520PADM5 Drain hose with check valve wasn't working and the drain pump wasn't working Replaced the drain pump and drain hose and the problem was fixed. Read More... 4 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Pliers, Screwdrivers
Michael C Monroe , WI July 21, 2017 Appliance: Whirlpool Dishwasher, Portable WDP340PAFW0 Discharge hose kept getting clogged Suspected that the discharge/sump pump was not working at peak performance. Put the new one on, and connected the shop-vac back up to the sink end, and viola -- hose was cleaned out! Because only a small amount came out, I'm certain that the pump was the issue. The friction pads were easy peasy. Just took out a couple of screws, removed the springs & extensions, and slipped on the new ones --- NICE! Read More... 2 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set
Seth M Cincinnati , OH August 21, 2026 Drain pump failed Replaced the pump Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Eadie P Offutt , KY December 08, 2025 The pump wouldn’t drain We blew out the drain line and replaced the pump with a new one Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers