Maytag Cycle Interruption / Control or Sensor Issue

Dishwasher stops mid-cycle and will not advance; water remains in tub.

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

Door opening mid-cycle, Faulty door latch, Overheat from heater, Control board glitch, Float switch activation

Safety First: Disconnect power before testing components.

Steps:

Check door latch: Ensure the door is closing securely and the latch is not loose. Replace if intermittent.
Reset control: Turn off power at the breaker for 5 minutes, then restore and try a new cycle.
Check for leaks/overfill: Inspect the base for water triggering the float switch; dry and repair leaks if found.
Run diagnostics: Use the tech sheet to enter diagnostic mode and identify stored error codes that may indicate the failing component.

Medium 3/5

Door Latch Assembly

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