Models > KUDS03FSSS4 > Instructions

KUDS03FSSS4 KitchenAid Dishwasher - Instructions

All Instructions for the KUDS03FSSS4
61 - 75 of 819
Keep searches simple. Use keywords, e.g. "leaking", "pump", "broken" or "fit".
broken fill valve
that there is 90% of the repair made easy when you have the correct part. there is no better then direct replacement parts. the repair was self explanitory. one screw, two lines, lock in place, done. thanks for having the correct parts,that is what makes a job simple.
Parts Used:
Water Inlet Valve
  • John from Capac, MI
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Wrench set
15 of 17 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Water leak
I watched the instructional videos that showed how to replace the inlet fill hose/water inlet a couple of times. The repair was exactly as shown. No trouble at all.
Parts Used:
Water Inlet Gasket Inlet Fill Hose
  • J from HARPERSVILLE, AL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
16 of 20 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Pump/motor assembly make making loud noise & door balance cable broken
I removed the dishwasher from under the cabinet. This is what took the most time. Before removing the dishwasher from under the cabinet I disconnected the drain cable to remove all the water from unit. After removing the dishwasher I tipped the unit on its left side. The motor/pump assembly is held in with one screw. After removing this screw the pump/motor assembly comes out with a 1/8 turn counter clock wise. The replacement pump/motor assembly was put back in in reverse order. After the pump/motor assembly was replaced I replaced the door balance cable kit on the right side of the unit. Next I tipped the unit on to its right side and replace the left balance cable kit. After this all that was left was to return the unit back under the cabinet and hook up the water supply line, the drain line, and the power.
Parts Used:
Circulation Pump and Motor Door Balance Link Kit
  • David from Bartlett, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
14 of 15 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Dishwasher door falls down as soon as it is unlatched and moved just a few inches open
This kit comes with the link cords and the balance wheels. I only needed the cords. I undid the set screws under the counter edge and slid the Dishwasher out from under the counter. One of the links had a broken cord and the spring had snapped to the very back of the space and was a bit hard to find. I used the good side as a guide to see how to thread the cord correctly. I did not replace the wheels since they appeared to be in good shape and looked like they might be a bit more difficult to replace than just the cord. For a second I thought I had ordered the wrong part because the new cord's attachment point at the hinge did not look exactly like the originals but the new design worked just like the original. I did need one other person to help stretch the spring and hold the door in the best position so I could attach the cord to the hinge. It's working perfectly now and I saved the wheels in case I need them later.
Parts Used:
Door Balance Link Kit
  • Joellen from Castro Valley, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
12 of 12 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Door Pops open when running
I changed the Springs,Cables,Hinges (both) also changed both latches one on the door and the striker on the top of the tub. Problem still exists. Call worldpool today they never heard of this issue but if you google kitchenaid Dishwasher door pops open you get all kinds of hits.. You guys were great no problem with the parts..
Parts Used:
Strike Plate Door Latch
  • Robert from Coral Springs, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
15 of 21 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Unit started only intermittently and then finally fail to start at all.
Unplugged unit from power source.Removed the screws fastening the interior panel to the door. Removed latch assembly from the door after disconnecting two wires to the microswitch. Removed microswitch from the latch assembly, then installed same microswitch in new latch assembly. Re-connected wires and re-installed latch assembly. Re-installed interior panel with screws. Re-connected unit to power source. Tested unit. Has started reliably ever since.
Parts Used:
Door Latch
  • Joseph from Gilroy, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
13 of 15 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
No lights on control panel
Remove front door panel, replace B-metal fuse.
Parts Used:
Bi-Metal Fuse
  • Alex from Costa Mesa, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
13 of 16 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Upper Spinner in Dishwasher
The upper spinner was laying in the top washer basket. I went online but no help was avaiable. Went to store where we purchased dishwasher and they gave me part number to order but not online I had to call to order. Part arrived in about three days. I took two screws loose on the top of dishwasher removed broke retainer to put new retainer in but I drop it into dishwasher so you have to me very careful
so I tried to order just the retainer but is not sold by it self. Had to order whole new kit. Other than that it is easy dishwasher runs like a new one.
Parts Used:
Spinner Kit
  • Larry from Abington, MD
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
12 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
cap fell close to the heating element and was damaged and needed to be replaced
too simple to describe
Parts Used:
Rinse Aid Cap
  • ronald from los angeles, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
13 of 16 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Soap Door Latch Pin Broken
Needed to replace whole soap dispenser unit. Had to take front door apart cause the hex screws are on the inside. (10 Screws) then doors falls off onto floor if not careful. Spring loaded inner door wants to go up and outside door wants to fall off pulling on wiring. Unplug wiring to solinoid,(plug has locking release lever that needs to be pulled on) remove 6 hex screws, and dispenser comes out. Install new unit with 6 screws, plug in, and get help holding door parts together while installing the 10 screws. You are now finished. Pros are you get the complete unit, and not a bunch of parts. Cons are no diagrams or instructions/no new 6 hex head screws-reuse old ones. . . . . . Do not use soap powder/causes damage to latch parts/use only liquid soaps. . .
Parts Used:
Detergent and Rinse Dispenser with Cap
  • daniel from corte madera, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
13 of 16 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
No Power
The first thing I did to repair my diswasher was call a repair company. They wanted $175.00 just to look at it, so I scheduled an appointment. Then, I did an internet search for dishwasher repair. I learned about bi-metal fuses, and how to check them. I found my bi-metal fuse was bad, so I ordered a new one through parts select. My part arrived in two days. I installed it easily, and the dishwasher worked. Finally, I canceled the repair appointment.
Parts Used:
Bi-Metal Fuse
  • Rodger from Wilmette, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
13 of 17 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
motor was very loud...........bearings in motor were beyond repair
Replace motor/pump assembly
Parts Used:
Circulation Pump and Motor
  • Mark from Plymouth, WI
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    More than 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
17 of 29 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Water not draining from the dishwasher
I watched the video and this was the easiest repair ever. Took longer to disconnect and reinstall than it did to change out the pump. Highly recommended watching the video
Parts Used:
Dishwasher Drain Pump
  • Frederick from BIG PRAIRIE, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
11 of 11 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
Replace old leaky door seal with replacement part
I peeled off the old seal and replaced with the new seal. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, however the new seal made the door not stay closed as the friction catch at the top was no strong enough to overcome the tension of the door closed with the new seal.

There were explicit instructions on the way the seal was to work with the sealed edge spreading into the tub area as the door closed. I was very careful to follow those instructions and made sure to seat the seal carefully. After I reinstalled the seal three times to see if I could get it to seat properly, as a last ditch effort I reversed the seal to the opposite way the instructions indicated and it worked with the door closing properly and the seal didn't leak.

Based on looking at the old seal and how it was originally installed, I actually think the seal was out of spec for the unit. However, if it isn't leaking that is what it's all about so we will see how long it holds.
Parts Used:
Door Gasket
  • Bob from Lake Forest, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
11 of 12 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
All Lights Were Flashing
Shut off circut breaker. . . Removed 6 screws. . . Lifted cover over control board. . . Removed old control board. . Installed new board. . Replaced cover and the 6 screws. . Turned on circut breaker. . . Turned washer on. . . . It worked. Thank you for the quick delivery!
Parts Used:
Electronic Control Board
  • HENRY from SALEM, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
15 of 24 people found this instruction helpful.
Was this instruction helpful to you?
Thank you for voting!
All Instructions for the KUDS03FSSS4
61 - 75 of 819