Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Dishwasher Dish Rack Support Rail Replacement #WP3385089

Whirlpool Dishwasher Dish Rack Support Rail Replacement #WP3385089

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the dish rack support rail on Whirlpool dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the rail is if the dish rack will not roll smoothly.

All of the information in this rail replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool

Tools used: flat head screwdriver

Step By Step Instructions

1
To replace an upper dish rack support rail depress the tabs to release both front stop clips.
2
You can now slide the upper dish rack out.
3
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tab to release the rear stop clip on the rail you’re replacing.
4
Pull the clip up to remove and you can slide out the old support rail.
5
Prepare the new support rail for installation by transferring the spacer from the old rail to the new one.
6
Align the new rail on the rollers insert the rear stop clip from the top and press down to snap it into place.
7
Align the upper dish rack rollers on the support rails and slide the dish rack back.
8
Reposition the front stop clips and snap them into place.
9
Confirm that the rack moves freely and your dishwasher should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the dish rack support rail on Whirlpool dishwashers. The most common reason for replacing the rail is if the dish rack will not roll smoothly.

All of the information in this rail replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool

Tools used: flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace an upper dish rack support rail depress the tabs to release both front stop clips.
2
You can now slide the upper dish rack out.
3
Use a small flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tab to release the rear stop clip on the rail you’re replacing.
4
Pull the clip up to remove and you can slide out the old support rail.
5
Prepare the new support rail for installation by transferring the spacer from the old rail to the new one.
6
Align the new rail on the rollers insert the rear stop clip from the top and press down to snap it into place.
7
Align the upper dish rack rollers on the support rails and slide the dish rack back.
8
Reposition the front stop clips and snap them into place.
9
Confirm that the rack moves freely and your dishwasher should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

Dishwasher
Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$10.78
Total$0.00

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