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How to Replace a Dishwasher Door Latch Interlock - Bosch

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Make and Model of Dishwasher Used in This Video

Bosch SMD6ZCX60G

Part Used in This Video

Bosch Dishwasher Door Latch Interlock

1. Remove old door latch interlock and door opening module

The door latch interlock on this Bosch model is found here, connected to the door opening module. On some other makes and models, the door latch interlock just needs some screws removed to replace it.

where to find door latch interlock

A little tip, check the underside of the door latch. The door may not be locking due to the latch being disengaged, as shown here. If this has accidentally happened, the door won't lock correctly.

check to make sure the latch hasn't accidentally been engaged

Pull it forward into the correct position as shown and see if the door now locks. If it doesn’t, you’ll likely need to replace the door latch interlock.

pull the latch forward to reengage

On this Bosch dishwasher, the door latch interlock is held in place by two metal tabs. Pull these away with your pliers.

pull metal tabs back

Pull the little plastic connector away with your flathead screwdriver as shown.

Pull little plastic tabs out

Pull the other plastic connector away as well.

pull other plastic tab away

Lift the magnetic tab up.

Lift magnetic tab up

The door latch interlock can then be lifted up with your flathead screwdriver and removed from the dishwasher.

lift door latch up and out

2. Remove door latch interlock from door opening module

To remove the door latch from the door opening module, use a blunt knife to unclip the door latch.

with blunt knife, remove door latch interlock from module

Then, with your flat head screwdriver, insert it into the holes on either side of the door latch and push the plastic clip in towards the door opening module. You should see the silver spring move.

move plastic clip forward and towards door opening module

Wiggle the door latch down and away to remove. It can be a little tight, so be careful.

wiggle door latch down and away

3. Install new door latch interlock

Unpackage your new dishwasher door latch interlock.

unpackage new door latch interlock

Press in the white plastic connector on the door control model.

Press in the white plastic connector

Clip the new door latch inner lock to the door opening module.

clip door latch interlock to door opening module

4. Attach to dishwasher

Slide it in and under the tab on the left side first, and then click it into place.

slide in place and under metal tabs

Pull the metal tabs back over the door latch to secure it in place.

bend metal tabs back

Test to make sure the door locks correctly.

test to make sure the new latch locks correctly

And that’s it, your new dishwasher door latch interlock is all set to go.

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