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MDB4949SHZ1 Maytag Dishwasher - Overview

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Lower Dishrack Wheel – Part Number: W10195416
Lower Dishrack Wheel
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PartSelect #: PS3406971
Manufacturer #: W10195416
This OEM gray Dishwasher Lower Dishrack Wheel Assembly is a plastic kit that allows the rack to slide in and out of the dishwasher easily. If it breaks or becomes damaged. sliding will feel difficult....
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Rack Track Stop – Part Number: WP8565925
Rack Track Stop
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PartSelect #: PS11746591
Manufacturer #: WP8565925
The rack track stop on your dishwasher is designed to stop the dish rack at the appropriate place when opening and closing the rack. If your dishwasher is not cleaning your dishes properly, the rack s...
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Door Balance Link Kit – Part Number: 8194001
Door Balance Link Kit
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PartSelect #: PS972325
Manufacturer #: 8194001
This part is a door balance link kit, also sometimes known as door cable or door spring cable kit, that helps support the door as it opens and closes by connecting to the dishwasher door hinges. The k...
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Mounting Bracket – Part Number: WP8269145
Mounting Bracket
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PartSelect #: PS11745496
Manufacturer #: WP8269145
The mounting bracket is sold individually, without screws. This part secures the upper side of the dishwasher to the underside of the counter or cabinet to prevent the dishwasher from moving, shaking,...
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Dishwasher Drain Pump – Part Number: WPW10348269
Dishwasher Drain Pump
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PartSelect #: PS11753379
Manufacturer #: WPW10348269
This drain pump is used in dishwashers to remove water from the dishwasher tub. If the impeller in the dishwasher is damaged or the motor has been shorted out and will not drain, it is possible the bo...
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Dishwasher Door Seal – Part Number: W11177741
Dishwasher Door Seal
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PartSelect #: PS12348515
Manufacturer #: W11177741
Door seal seals the gap between the opening to the dishwasher tub and the outer edge of the door.
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Retainer Clip - Black – Part Number: WPW10503548
Retainer Clip - Black
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PartSelect #: PS11755736
Manufacturer #: WPW10503548
This part is used to hold the access panel in place. Sold individually.
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Hose Clamp – Part Number: WP596669
Hose Clamp
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PartSelect #: PS11743008
Manufacturer #: WP596669
This hose clamp is used in a wide variety of household appliances. Most often it is found in washers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, garbage disposals, or air conditioners. This ...
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Dishwasher Heating Element – Part Number: W10703867
Dishwasher Heating Element
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PartSelect #: PS9494999
Manufacturer #: W10703867
The heating element is not designed to heat the water that enters it, but is designed to maintain the heat of the water that enters the dishwasher. It is located on the bottom of the dishwasher.
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Dishrack Adjuster and Wheel Assembly – Part Number: WPW10571738
Dishrack Adjuster and Wheel Assembly
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PartSelect #: PS11756470
Manufacturer #: WPW10571738
This dishrack adjuster and wheel assembly is for dishwashers and lets you adjust the dishrack height and attaches the track wheels to the dishrack.
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Seal – Part Number: W10864081
Seal
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PartSelect #: PS11731683
Manufacturer #: W10864081
This is a seal, but you may also know it as a door gasket and it is for your dishwasher. The seal forms a watertight barrier between the door and the dishwasher tub, deterring water from escaping duri...
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Water Inlet Valve – Part Number: WPW10327249
Water Inlet Valve
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PartSelect #: PS11752927
Manufacturer #: WPW10327249
This water inlet valve should be located behind the lower kickplate panel in either the right or left corner. The attaching solenoids on the valve open and close according to the desired amount of water needed.
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Andy
April 19, 2023
Hello, my dishwasher works fine when it does run. However every few times I use it will only start and run for about 2-3 minutes, drain and shut off with no lights on. It will normally work when I restart it, though sometimes it will do it twice in a row. Any ideas?
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Hi Andy, thank you for reaching out. The issue is probably due to the control board, part number PS12583931. We hope this helps!

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Nathan
December 11, 2023
I need the dishwasher door and the computer part's and control's inside the door... please and thank you
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Hi Nathan, thank you for getting in touch. We have found that the door for your model comes as two separate parts and not an assembly. The inner door is part number PS11765868, and the outer door panel is part number PS12584465. Also, the control board listed for your model is part number PS12583931, and the control panel is part number PS12731162. Please submit a new question if you have any follow-ups!

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Lois
2 days ago
My dishwasher was working fine and I went to run it last night and it will not work. Any suggestions?
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Hi Lois, thank you for contacting us. Based on our research, the issue is most probably with the control board, part number PS12583931. It manages the functions of the dishwasher such as washing, draining and drying. You may need to replace it to fix the issue. Glad to be of help!

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Sharon
December 30, 2021
Lower washarm is not attached to tub piece of unit. I need to know how to properly attach the washarm. I see the tabs on both pieces. I see a "lock" on the washarm piece and 2 vertical stops on the tub piece.
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Hello Sharon, Thank you for the question. You will need to line the arm up and rotate the Tabs until it is Locked into place. If it does not lock, it may need to be replaced. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Victoria
May 23, 2023
My dishwasher appears to be functioning and cleaning normally but there is a smell that remains on the dishes. We have tried baking soda and vinegar, empty cycle with afresh or a regular dish pod, and thoroughly cleaning the lower filter as well as visually inspecting the sprayer arms and assembly. Nothing was particularly dirty so I wonder if the chopper blade and mesh in the motor is clogged/dirty. Because it is inaccessible without uninstalling the dishwasher, are there other areas we should clean first? Any tips or ideas is greatly appreciated!
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Hi Victoria, thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model and would suggest making sure the circulation pump motor, part number PS11723102, is clean. A dirty motor may cause the dishes to smell bad. We would also suggest checking the gasket seal, part number PS16875904, and making sure it is not moldy. With all of the moisture and heat that your dishwasher produces, the gasket can become a breeding ground for mold and mildew. Removing the door seal and cleaning it from the inside may help. Glad to be of assistance!

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Replaced Hinge Link
Pulled dishwasher from under counter, attached link to spring, hooked spring back into frame/chassis, threaded link through pulleys, attached other end of link onto door, reinstalled dishwasher under counter. All's well. Note-I purchased an extra link anticipating that the other one will fail. They're cheap enough.
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Door Balance Link Kit
  • Scott from Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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dishwasher not draining after wash cycle
Caviat: The actual repair is less than 15 minutes, but I spent a lot of time playing with it before I figured out it was that easy and fast. You don't need to remove the dishwasher from the counter to do this. And it will probably help to look at the new part closely so you can understand where the retainer clip is to press it and release the old pump.

First remove the water from the dishwasher pan that would not drain with a wet/dry vac. Otherwise the water will all drain on the floor when you remove the pump. Then remove the two screws on the kickplate on the front of the unit below the door. Remove the kickplate/maintainence access cover. The drain pump is on the right about 8 inches in. Using two hands you grasp the drain pump with your right hand and use the left hand to push the retaining clip down. Then the drain pump will rotate 1/4 turn counterclockwise and can be removed without pulling the dishwasher out. There is likely to be some water leak out that was traped in the pump housing that you can not reach with the vac. Disconnect the wire. Connect the wire to the new pump, put it in place and 1/4 turn clockwise to install it. Replace the kickplate and you're done.
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Dishwasher Drain Pump
  • Andrew from Alexandria, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
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  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
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Door spring link broken
1. Open the dishwasher and remove the two plastic grommets about halfway down on either side of the opening. Then remove the two screws under the grommets.

2. Remove the kick plate under the door. May have to lower unit by turning the feet using the adjustable wrench.

3. Make sure you have enough slack in the water input line and electrical wiring that you can pull the dishwasher out about 12 inches or more.

4. There is a spring and nylon rope link on both sides of the unit. Probably just one link is broken, but the replacement comes with two, so you can replace both or save one as a spare. Look at the good side and it should be pretty self explanatory how it attaches. I found it easiest to first thread the link around the lower pulley, then attach the link to the spring, then spring to the rear support, then the link to the door.

5. Reverse (2 to 1) to reinstall the dishwasher.
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Door Balance Link Kit
  • Sean from Ramona, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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