Whirlpool · Dishwasher part

Dishwasher Upper Rack Adjuster WPW10546503

4.7 · 467 buyer ratings on the source catalog

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This component allows for vertical adjustment of the dishwasher's upper dishrack. It enables users to accommodate larger dishes in the lower rack by raising or lowering the upper rack efficiently.Technical SpecificationsDimensions: Approximately 5 x 5 x 2 inchesMaterial: Durable plastic and metal components

Reference price$16.53–$48.76

Catalog price as of 2026-05; not a live Amazon price.

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Part number
WPW10546503
Brand
Whirlpool
Made for
Dishwasher
Fits
440 models
Also sold as
Ikea, Jenn-Air, Kenmore, Kenmore Elite, KitchenAid, Maytag
Install difficulty
Medium
  • Fitment checked against 440 models
  • Purchase, shipping and returns handled by Amazon
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Does it fit your appliance?

Find it on the data plate inside the door or lid. It is not the serial number.

About this part

WPW10546503 is a Whirlpool replacement part (dishwasher upper rack adjuster) for dishwashers. Our fitment data lists 440 models that use it.

The Dishwasher Dishrack Adjuster WPW10546503 is an essential replacement for the previous model W10546503. This updated adjuster helps in maintaining optimal performance and longevity of your dishwasher by ensuring secure positioning of the upper rack. By facilitating easy height adjustments, it allows users to optimize space according to dish size needs, solving common issues such as inadequate space for larger items. For best results, ensure your dishwasher is empty and disconnected from power during installation. Regular inspection and maintenance of adjusters are recommended to prevent misalignment and wear over time.

How to confirm it has failed

Symptom: A dish rack that binds, drags, or comes off its rail track when you pull it in or out, or a rack with a cracked, loose, or missing wheel or tine.

Check: Pull the rack fully out and check each wheel or roller for a crack or a missing axle pin, and check that tines aren't snapped off or pushed out of alignment along the row.

Models that use this part

Showing 60 of 440 confirmed models, models with their own parts page first.
ModelBrandApplianceParts on file
KDTM404EBS2WhirlpoolDishwasher198
KUDE48FXWH0KitchenAidDishwasher186
KDFE104DWH0WhirlpoolDishwasher180
KUDE48FXBL1KitchenAidDishwasher180
KDFE104DSS1WhirlpoolDishwasher178
KUDE48FXWH5KitchenAidDishwasher175
KDFE204ESS1WhirlpoolDishwasher171
BLB14DRANA0WhirlpoolDishwasher168
JDTSS243GX0WhirlpoolDishwasher165
KDFE204EWH2WhirlpoolDishwasher163
KDTE104EWH2WhirlpoolDishwasher156
KUDE60FXSS3KitchenAidDishwasher141
KDTM404EWH0WhirlpoolDishwasher140
KDTM404EBL0WhirlpoolDishwasher137
KUDE48FXWH4WhirlpoolDishwasher137
KDTM404ESS0WhirlpoolDishwasher135
KUDE48FXBL4WhirlpoolDishwasher135
2214799N512WhirlpoolDishwasher132
KDTM404EWH1WhirlpoolDishwasher132
2214793N512WhirlpoolDishwasher129
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ModelBrandApplianceParts on file
KDTM804EBS2WhirlpoolDishwasher128
JDTSS245GX0WhirlpoolDishwasher127
KDTM704EBS2WhirlpoolDishwasher127
KDTM404EWH2WhirlpoolDishwasher123
2214715N710WhirlpoolDishwasher121
JDB9800CWP2WhirlpoolDishwasher121
KDTM804EBS1WhirlpoolDishwasher117
2214792N512WhirlpoolDishwasher115
KDTM354ESS0WhirlpoolDishwasher114
GLB14BBANA0WhirlpoolDishwasher113
KDTM404ESS2WhirlpoolDishwasher113
KDTM804ESS0WhirlpoolDishwasher113
JDTSS246GP0WhirlpoolDishwasher112
KDPE334GPS0WhirlpoolDishwasher112
KDTM804ESS2WhirlpoolDishwasher111
KDTM804EBS0WhirlpoolDishwasher110
JDB9800CWS3WhirlpoolDishwasher109
KDTM404EBL1WhirlpoolDishwasher109
KDTM404EBS0WhirlpoolDishwasher109
KDTM404EBS1WhirlpoolDishwasher109
KDTM404ESS1WhirlpoolDishwasher107
KDTM704EBS0WhirlpoolDishwasher107
KUDE60FXWH4KitchenAidDishwasher107
66514812N610WhirlpoolDishwasher106
JDB9800CWP1WhirlpoolDishwasher106
JDB9800CWP3WhirlpoolDishwasher106
KDTE334DSS0WhirlpoolDishwasher106
KDTM804ESS1WhirlpoolDishwasher106
JDB9800CWX2WhirlpoolDishwasher105
JDTSS244GS0WhirlpoolDishwasher105
KDTM404EBL2WhirlpoolDishwasher105
KDTM404EBL3WhirlpoolDishwasher105
KUDE60FXBL4KitchenAidDishwasher105
KUDE60FXSS5KitchenAidDishwasher105
KDTE254ESS2WhirlpoolDishwasher104
KDTE704DWH0WhirlpoolDishwasher104
KDTM404ESS3WhirlpoolDishwasher104
KDTM404EWH3WhirlpoolDishwasher104
KDTM704ESS2WhirlpoolDishwasher104
KDTM704ESS3WhirlpoolDishwasher104

Installation

Installation difficulty on the source catalog: Medium.

A technician's video showing how to replace part WPW10546503. Plays from YouTube when you click.

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Frequently asked questions

Which models does WPW10546503 fit?

Our fitment data lists 440 models that use WPW10546503, including KDTM404EBS2, KUDE48FXWH0, KDFE104DWH0. Enter your model number in the fit checker on this page to confirm.

Is WPW10546503 hard to install?

The source catalog rates installation as medium. This page includes a replacement video. Unplug the appliance before you start.

How much does WPW10546503 cost?

Catalog prices on file range $16.53–$48.76 (as of 2026-05). The current Amazon price can differ, so check it before you order.