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
Philip C Leesburg , VA October 19, 2025 On my kitchenaid dishwasher a piece of plastic got through the filter and entered the drain pump causing one of the impeller blades to break off I cleaned out the pump housing and replaced the pump. Not including diagnostics, the repair took 15 minutes. Make sure the clamp on the drain line is properly positioned. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Pliers, Screwdrivers
Clyde A Spring City , TN February 06, 2026 Dishwasher needed new pump By ordering the part and installing it myself Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers