KitchenAid Control Lock / Start Sequence / Door Switch Issue

Dishwasher will not start; lights may be on but pressing Start does nothing; no error code displayed.

Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Control lock (child lock) enabled, door not fully latched, failed door switch, unresponsive control panel

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Do not attempt internal repairs with power on.

Basic checks:

Ensure the door is fully closed and latched; listen for a click.
Check if the Control Lock indicator is lit; if so, press and hold the designated lock key (often 3–5 seconds) to unlock.
Try a different cycle and press Start within 4 seconds of closing the door (per KitchenAid instructions).

If still no start:

Turn off power, then inspect the door latch and switch as in F5E1/F5E2.
If the latch and switch are good, the user interface or main control may be faulty and require replacement.

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Door Latch Assembly

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