KitchenAid Dishwasher Error Code 5-1
Door switch stuck open
Door switch stuck open - door was not latched within 3 seconds of pressing Start/Resume, or loose connection in door switch circuit and/or door switch contacts stuck open.
First step from the service manual
1. Check strike plate and door closure force. Verify door seal is seated properly. Check for interference between dish racks and door. Try bending strike plate down for better engagement. 2. Unplug dishwasher or disconnect power. 3. Check door switch contacts and all connections in the door switch circuit with meter while opening and closing the door latch.
The complete diagnostic procedure includes additional test steps, resistance specifications, wiring diagram references, and component test points.
Get the full diagnostic procedure for 5-1.
- Step-by-step tests with expected resistance, voltage, and continuity values
- Wiring diagram references and connector pinouts from the OEM service manual
- Verified part numbers when replacement is required
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