Kitchen Large Electric Appliances - Maytag Dishwasher soapdish latch gasket installation?

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sket
06-09-05, 08:01 AM
After searching this forum and related links, I think my leaking Maytag dishwasher (DWU8860) problem is a result of a worn soap dish latch gasket. Assuming my assumption is correct (leak is at bottom of door and underneath at the access panel), how do I install this $2.50 part? Do I have to take the inside plastic panel on the front door off and, if so, how? (the "screws" look like tiny 6-pointed "stars" - sorry for my lack of technical terms). It sure would be easier to just seal the gasket area with silicone caulk or plumbers' putty -- is that an alternative? Thanks in advance for any help.

bambiblaster
06-09-05, 07:50 PM
Turn Off Power And Remove Those Screws All The Way Around And Lift Off Inside Plastic Panel... Should Be Ok From There... The Screws Are Torx....