Mar 29
How to Replace a Dishwasher Spray Arm
Top Rack Dishes Coming Out Dirty? Fix the Spray Arm.
The upper spray arm is the washing machine for your top rack. When it clogs or cracks, top dishes stay dirty. Bottom rack? Fine.
Fix order:
Remove arm (quarter-turn or pull-down depending on brand)
Soak in white vinegar 30 min if mineral-clogged
Replace if cracked or hub is worn
Common parts: Whirlpool W10082853 ($18–35) • Bosch 00611475 ($20–40) • Samsung DD82-01040A ($25–45)
Takes 20 minutes. Genuinely satisfying. Full guide: ServiceMag
