WPW10546503 Upper Rack Adjuster For Kitchenaid Dishwasher Replacement Parts | W10546503 Dishwasher Rack Parts For Kitchen Aid Dishwasher Parts Whirlpool Dishwasher Upper Rack KDTE334GPS0 KDTM354DSS4

This is the second repair on this appliance that is almost 7 years old. The first involved a seal that caused a leak that was unknown for some time, unfortunately. This time around it seems to have simply been two plastic attachments breaking on the upper rack, probably normal wear and tear after so long plus weight/pressure. We started searching and found a full replacement rack but you're talking several hundred dollars at that point. We narrowed it down to this item pretty quickly - this has the bottom attachments, so make sure to retain the upper assembly parts as you'll need those. I initially thought this was "everything" needed to reattach the upper rack, so make sure you look at what you're getting here. Overall I'd say it was a relatively easy install process, though I would note that no instructions were included...however, I saw the video on the product page so simply referred back to that. The video isn't perfect as it is zero audio at all, just fingers pointing at things as they go. I got it all ready to install but got hung up for quite some time getting it down into the back peg/locks for some reason...I ended up doing a disassemble just to verify it works. It does fit though, it either requires some extra force to snap it down or I feel like I had some success pushing in the release tab that was maybe getting caught...or maybe you need to depress the tab just to loosen it up a bit before sliding it in. After that I fought it one more time before winning the battle and finally getting the back two tabs to fit in as needed. Even with some of the difficulty, overall I'm very happy with an affordable repair and being able to avoid buying an entire new dishwasher just because of a broken plastic piece!

So a plastic part broke on our dishwasher and I envisioned scheduling an appliance repair. On a whim I looked for a part number and did a search for parts. I couldn't figure out how to order from appliance parts websites, so I tried on Amazon. I found a part that matched with the part number on the piece, ordered and received in just two days. I was concerned by some misspellings on the description page, but it worked out great. The video was essential for me to do the replacement; oddly though the "how to remove the old part" actually shows second in the video. Typically when I try a home repair I need to buy some tool or other and sometimes buy a second item after breaking a part with my first attempt; but replacing this part went great. It seemed to fit just like the original. My wife was impressed that I fixed it rather than waiting for the appliance guy!

Edit: This is my second purchase: My first review is below. I no longer recomend this as I only got about three years out of this product. The plasic degrades much faster than OEM. I did not get the life out of this that I like. Also, having to widen a slot on the plastic by using a drill and file was a PITA. The assembly will not slide properly without shaving down plastic. I will be looking for OEM after this one goes bad in three years. ####### first purchase review...5 stars. First, it is a bit of a challenge to assemble and two parts do not work without some easy modifications. But clearly, this is more sturdy than my original. I have a KitchenAid and a tab that holds the assembly to the metal slider broke. This kit matched my model number. First, when putting the new holder on the dish rack, one of the channels that the plastic part has to slide over the metal wire rack is too narrow. There are two channels and one is too skinny. It is easy to widen it with a drill bit that is the same size as the wire rack gauge. a nail file might work as well, or even a bit of whittling with a box cutter (be careful). Second, the plasitic tabs that engage with the metal slding rack are slightly thicker. This is VERY easy to fix by using a standard flat screwdriver to pry/widen the gap on the metal rack. Gentle pressure, and you can make the gap wider and then the new plastic tab will slide in easy. I do not recomend filing down the plastic tab as that would weaken it and possibly shorten its life span. This new replacemnt part is clearly a bit more sturdy, so I expect it to last the rest of the dishwasher's life.

Received next day, that was great. Parts seem to be good quality, time will tell. I did have one issue which is why I took away one star. The parts are identical minus one thing, see the first photo with the red highlight below. See the difference in the slot of the new part on top, that made it too tight to fit on my Kitchenaid dishwasher. Now see the second photo with the blue highlight, I was able to open up the slot a bit so it worked. Note that the plastic is quite hard so it took a very sharp knife to open up the slot. Only took minute but just something to keep in mind. Also, replacing the parts is a little bit fiddly so refer to the other side of the rack, of course the second side is much easier after the first one is done. Good luck.

My KitchenAid KDTE104ESS4 dishwasher has long suffered from at least 1 broken drawer tab for about a year, which has resulted in difficulty closing the dishwasher as the top tray obviously wouldn't line up with the water exhaust port as needed without physically man-handling the drawer. Eventually, the other tab finally broke - disabling the entire dishwasher (well, I could remove the top shelf and run it, but at half capacity and the top water port would have just jetted directly onto the inside of the door). Finally found these replacements, and had them shipped next-day. For less than $25 total, it was worth it. Took less than 20 minutes to install - just watched a random YouTube video once and saw that all of it easily pries apart. Didn't even use any tools - just a butter knife LOL! Replacement parts longevity and "new improved" design remains to be seen - I got about 6 years of life of existing service from the factory plastic gear before they snapped, so if it lasts longer than that, it's a win in my book. Seller even included a neat little dual sided metal sign that says "Clean" and "Dirty" on their respective sides, and a small stick on magnet to mount it. Nice! (not sure I'll use it, though). Anyway, go for it! Just be careful prying off the height adjustment locks - you'll need to reuse those.

Yes, fit my KA DW. Check your DW for the shape of the side tabs to make sure they are identical. Problem: plastic breaks from years of hot/cold cycles. Compare new part next to old part while still attached to rack. Some good old parts can be kept as emergency spaces. 'Dismantling' occurs in a specific order. Not difficult.

My "upgraded" rack adjuster frame lasted just under 2 years. The Whirlpool original part it replaced lasted a mere 6 years....which is why you see so many versions of this part for sale. After searching for a part that lasts longer I've reached the conclusion this is still the best option. At approximately 1/3 the cost of Whirlpool OEM, and that I'm not optimistic my 8 year old Kitchenaid dishwasher will last much beyond another two years I'm gonna bite the cheap $20-ish bullet and consider it a maintenance part. See the attached pics for where this part breaks most often (same for the Whirlpool OEM part). I mostly blame the Whirlpool designers -- too much stress for these small plastic tabs.

Perfect fit to my Kitchenaid dishwasher, installation is fairly easy - you just need to pay attention to all the tabs that are supposed to line up with tray wires and the openings in other parts. Delivery was overnight so the dishes did not have enough time to pile up in the sink - the part arrived before noon the day after it was ordered, installation took 10-15 minutes and the dishwasher was loaded and worked perfectly.

This product is so much cheaper than OEM. You basically get four pieces for a quarter of the price you can buy one. I’ve had my dog get stuck in my dishwasher with his collar while licking plates, and he just ripped the dishwasher apart so I don’t really wanna spend a ton of money when he is unpredictable like that. I think these parts hold up and they fit perfectly for the model they said in the description.

Complete kit. A bit tricky to install, but worked perfectly. Excellent quality

Parts are tight fit there is no play within the rack once installed guaranteed to break again soon. The supplier statement of this is an upgrade...loll it is not an upgrade i assure you not even close as a matter of fact it is a down grade if anything. Garbage product spen more money get an OEM part and save the hassel not worth it one bit. I highly suggest to stay away from this product and do not reccomend it at all !!

HARD TO FIT!!! Good price, arrived quickly, the videos on the listing are useful. Every thing seemed fine until trying to reinstall the rack. The clips at the back where the unit fits into the slides to move the rack in and out are slightly thicker than the originals and would not fit. Extreme frustration trying to put repaired rack back in. Finally had to disassemble one side to figure out the problem. Then extreme anxiety as I had to bend the slot it needed to fit into wider --- without breaking the slide; which is riveted into the dishwasher side. Had that snapped the machine would have been totaled. Try those pieces out BEFORE you replace the parts on the rack. If yours fits, fine. If not, return for another brand. Now seems fine.

No directions included so pay attention to the way the original one was on. One piece didn't go on well and it keeps popping off, however; the shelf slides much better now.