All Installation Instructions for Maytag Dishwasher MDB4949SDM2

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Watch a few YouTube videos, they show very simple tricks to unlock the plastic parts before your installation

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Dishrack Adjuster and Wheel Assembly

Jeffrey from SKOKIE, IL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Top rack falling out due to broken wheel post

I followed the wonderful videos provided with the part and fixed the problem easily! I suggest making a separate instructional video on how to get the dishwasher out of the housing.

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Tub Wheel

Dishwasher Upper Wheel Gasket

Dishwasher Rack Track Stop

Door Balance Link Kit

Erin from Lyons, CO
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set

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Defective dishwasher heating element

Turned off water supply to the unit. Removed plastic cover at bottom front. I only had to disconnect the copper water line to slide the unit about 1/3 of the way out. I then was able to reach the wires, disconnect them and use a stubby box/open end wrench (5/8? don't remember for sure) to remove the plastic nuts. I then opened the door, removed the bottom basket and slipped the element right out. Installation of new part was reverse.

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Dishwasher Heating Element

Matthew from CHATHAM, VA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Wrench set

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Worn out detergent dispenser

Total repair time after watching videos was 53 minutes. I estimate I saved between $200 to $300 by doing this myself. If you have any DIY skills, don't hesitate to replace the detergent dispenser yourself.

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Detergent Dispenser

Greg from KENT, OH
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Door link broke at plastic connection end

First remove the front kick panel by removing 2 philips screws. Turn off the water supply, and then disconnect the supply line if not of the flexible kind. Mine was copper. Remove 2 screws holding dishwasher to counter top and pull machine out. Open door and attach replacement link by hooking the plastic end to the hinge hook on the door side and then place the string portion round the plastic pulleys and then attach the other end of the link to the end of the spring attached to the rear of the machine along the bottom side. Push dishwasher back into position, reattach supply line and re-install both screws attaching the machine to the counter top. Turn on the water supply and check for leaks. Place the kick plate into postion and secure using the 2 philips screws that were removed.

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Door Balance Link Kit

Richard from Mckinney, TX
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)

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Door falls when opened

Attached new link, then stretched the spring with pliers and routed link over the pulley. Replaced both links.

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Door Balance Link Kit

JOSEPH from LAMBERTVILLE, NJ
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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Broken plastic piece in door balance link kit

Watch video and followed instructions. Very easy!

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Door Balance Link Kit

Pauline from FERGUS FALLS, MN
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Wrench (Adjustable)

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Front Track stop missing

Snap new track stop into place. Took a few minutes to figure out top/bottom and inside/outside, but no issues

Parts Used:

Dishwasher Rack Track Stop

Tim from GLADSTONE, MO
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Someone had used the wrong type of power cord

Recently bought a whirlpool dishwasher, the dishwasher was converted to a portable dishwasher and they did not use the cord application power cord so they machine was blowing our breaker, instructions were very simple and installation was easy!

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