Parts for SHU55042 — Whirlpool Dishwasher

We found 129 parts confirmed to fit the Whirlpool Dishwasher SHU55042.

Compatibility table

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Common failure areas on this model

The confirmed parts above group into a handful of failure areas. Here is what each points to and how to check it before you order anything.

General hardware and mounting parts

Symptom: A small mechanical or mounting part has failed, cracked, or gone missing.

Check: Compare the physical shape and mounting points to the original piece, and confirm the exact part number against your model plate before ordering.

Parts in this group on SHU55042: 719964 (Bumper), 303202 (Door Liner), 303069 (Guard), 301054 (Hose), 719949 (Impeller), 303003 (Insert), 301811 (Motor), 301858 (Motor), 9420162 (Nut), 303144 (Plate), 301672 (Switch), 303111 (Brace), 301219 (Connection Block), 301861 (Door Liner), 717141 (Heater), 300230 (Lever), 301536 (Relay), 303070 (Screen), 303075 (Switch), 711284 (Washer), 713080 (Washer), 718750 (Washer), 713799 (Nut), 718829 (Nut), 300246 (Screen), 300237 (St3290a), 717563 (Strn Relief), 300453 (Valve), 717289 (Washer), 717624 (Washer), 98086 (Blade), 300796 (E-Ring), 302823 (Ck ring (a) p12r/p12ra), 302818 (Skil Cord, 230-volt).

Storage, trim and cosmetic hardware

Symptom: A cracked shelf, broken door bin, worn hinge, or missing trim piece -- cosmetic and storage wear rather than a functional breakdown.

Check: Match the physical dimensions and mounting tabs of the old part before ordering; these pieces are often model-specific even between visually similar models.

Parts in this group on SHU55042: 718222 (Housing), 303011 (Panel), 301458 (Screw), 302866 (Spacer), 718629 (Tube), 302816 (Cap), 300084 (Coverplate), 301971 (Panel), 300516 (Refrigerator Screw), 301582 (Screw), 718592 (Spring), 717096 (Support), 716401 (Dishwasher Door Spring Retainer), 301558 (Housing), 301656 (Bracket), 719342 (Bracket), 718178 (Screw).

Heat control (thermostats, fuses, heating element)

Symptom: Dishes don't dry at the end of the cycle, or a heated-dry setting doesn't seem to do anything.

Check: With the dishwasher unplugged, check continuity across the heating element or thermostat with a multimeter -- no continuity means it has failed.

Parts in this group on SHU55042: 302104 (Thermostat).

Controls, timers and wiring

Symptom: A cycle that stops partway through, an error code or blinking light, or the unit not starting at all.

Check: Look for burn marks or a burnt smell near the board or terminals, and check whether buttons and knobs respond -- a unit that powers on but won't cycle often traces back to this group.

Parts in this group on SHU55042: 302846 (Timer).

Door and drum seals

Symptom: Water leaking out from around the door during or after a cycle.

Check: Check the door gasket for tears, flattening, or a section pulled loose from its channel, and confirm it seats evenly all the way around when the door is closed.

Parts in this group on SHU55042: 301619 (Gasket), 301663 (Door Gasket), 301662 (Gasket), 719966 (Gasket).

Drive system (belts, pulleys, motors)

Symptom: A dish rack, spray arm, or wash-motor component isn't turning or sliding the way it should.

Check: Check that the part in question turns or slides freely by hand, and look for a cracked, worn, or seized point where it should pivot or roll.

Parts in this group on SHU55042: 300109 (Dishwasher Detergent Dispenser Actuator).

Filtration and spray system

Symptom: Dishes come out with food residue, spots, or a cloudy film, or you notice leftover debris in the tub bottom after a cycle.

Check: Remove and rinse the filter assembly under the tub, and check that the spray arm spins freely and its jets aren't clogged -- these are the first things to check before assuming a pump has failed.

Parts in this group on SHU55042: 302767 (Spray Arm), 302113 (FILTER, AMBER).

Before you buy

Match SHU55042 exactly against the model and serial plate on the appliance itself before ordering anything — a single mismatched character can point to a different production run with different parts. Then check the part number printed or stamped on the part you are replacing against the part numbers in the table above; the printed number is the most reliable way to confirm fitment when a model has gone through multiple production runs. RepairKitHub does not sell parts directly — every part link above routes to an Amazon search for that part number so you can compare current listings and sellers yourself.

How to confirm this is your model

On most dishwashers, the model and serial plate sits on the edge of the door or the tub rim. Match every character exactly, including letters and dashes at the end — appliance model numbers often have similar prefixes but different suffixes for different production runs.

Neighbouring Whirlpool Dishwasher models

These model numbers sort next to this one in the catalog and are usually the same product family.

• SHU60020 — 21 parts
• SHU70010 — 17 parts
• SHU70041 — 19 parts
• SHU70050 — 20 parts
• SHU70051 — 22 parts
• SHU55040 — 18 parts
• SHU55010 — 17 parts
• SHU50043 — 19 parts
• SHU50041 — 21 parts
• SHU45020 — 21 parts

Other models with this exact parts list

Each model below is confirmed to share the identical compatible-parts list with this one.

• SHU75042 — 21 parts

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