Scott S Medina , OH February 01, 2020 Water leak at dieverter motor seal Although I had to purchase the sump to get the required diverter motor shaft seal (it comes factory pressed into the sump), the repair worker perfectly. I received genuine Whirlpool brand replacement parts one day ahead of the scheduled delivery date. ?? - Since you have to remove the circulation pump from the old sump, I also replaced the gasket for it (motor to sump seal) - You also need to remove and replace one of the two factory crimped hose clamps at the circulation pump. It’s a narrow clamp, best purchased from Appliance Parts Pros or a local motorcycle shop, as automotive type clamps are too wide for a proper fit Read More... 3 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers
John Y Las Vegas , NV January 23, 2024 Appliance: KitchenAid Dishwasher KDTM354DSS5 Dishwasher leaking from sump underneath unit. Replaced the sump housing, circulation pump seal and water supply diverter. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Pliers, Screwdrivers
John P Denver , CO April 08, 2024 Appliance: KitchenAid Dishwasher KDTM354DSS5 Dishwasher (Kitchenaid kdtm354dss5) leaking. Laid the DW on its back. Removed the drive motor (leaking from shaft) and the water pump. Rubber elbow had a permanent clamp (removed with pliers/flathead sd) and that's why I purchased the extra clamp. Also, don't forget to purchase a water pump motor seal. The sump popped out easy although I had to get the new sump (seal) very wet and press hard in order to seal it. Anyhow, I still had to pull the sump from the bottom for it to seat with the locking tabs. Once the sump seated, I installed the pump motor with extra clamp and new seal (you have the wiggle the pump motor to set in the motor hanger grommet-little tough). Then, installed the drive motor ( don't forget to add a little grease on the shaft tip) and all the electrical plugs. No leaks! Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers