Replacing the control panel on a whirlpool dishwasher

Push this button to switch off the control panel. If pressed when a program is running it cancels the. program ongoing draining water for 1 minute.

This generally means the control panel is no longer working and must be replaced. That's the entire plastic assembly at the top of the door, in which the buttons reside. Disconnect power first, remove screws inside the door which hold the panel in place. Unplug power connectors, remove circuit board control board. Find dishwasher model number and search parts for that model. The part is pricey, more than $100 last time I replaced mine. Install control board into new panel, make power connection. Reassemble door. Good to go.

Stuck button on keypad replace keypad

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I had no lights on my control panel, eventhough power was good.
I replaced the control panel ($265 part), it worked for 2 weeks, then I now have the same problem.
Frustrated, I am probably going to buy new from a different manufacturer.
Whirlpool/maytag does not warranty electronic parts if you do it yourself.

If the model number you listed this question under is correct, there is a thermal fuse (also known as a bi-metal) located inside the control panel of the dishwasher. The part number for the thermal fuse replacement is W10258275.

If you type in your model number you can utilize the exploded view parts diagrams at pcappliancerepair.com, appliancepartspros.com or searspartdirect.com to assist you in locating the part. The fuse is listed as item 6 under the "Control Panel Parts" section.


To replace the fuse, follow these steps:

1. Make sure the dishwasher is unplugged or the breaker is turned off.

2. Open the door and remove only the top screws directly behind the control panel.

3. Remove the protective cover from back of the control panel to expose the main control board.

The thermal fuse should be mounted to the control board. If you remove it and take a resistance check, it should read close to 0 ohms, if good. If bad, replace as necessary.


If you have any questions about this repair, or require additional assistance, please let me know. I hope this helps you.

I had no lights on my control panel, eventhough power was good.
I replaced the control panel ($265 part), it worked for 2 weeks, then I now have the same problem.
Frustrated, I am probably going to buy new from a different manufacturer.
Whirlpool/maytag does not warranty electronic parts if you do it yourself.

I had this same problem, ordered the replacement control panel from whirlpool. The new panel worked for two weeks, then stopped working again. OUCH!
The replacement part costs $264.34 and has no warranty if you do it yourself.
I think I am now going shopping for something other than a Whirlpool or Maytag machine. They have terrible customer service.

I replaced the heater element on mine and that fixed the problem.

on must hirlpool the top console has control on front upper side,,if so you must remove console and bottom panel,,because your panel will be thicker you must get 1 inch counter screws remove diswasher orginal panel than add you bottom,,,,if it dishwasher that has control bottons on top side of doorplace panel over hold door the remove 4 inner panel screws and replace with 1 and a half in screws ,and mount straight through