If your dishwasher finishes a cycle but leaves standing water in the bottom of the tub, the drain pump has likely failed. In most Bosch, Thermador, Gaggenau, and Kenmore Elite dishwashers, this is caused by a failed drain pump assembly. When it fails, water cannot be evacuated from the tub, preventing cycle completion, causing odors, and rendering the dishwasher completely unusable. ⚡ Common failure point in Bosch-built dishwashers. Part 00642239 is the genuine OEM replacement that restores full drainage and normal cycle operation immediately.
This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:
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✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.
✔ In most cases, replacing this drain pump restores normal operation immediately.
Skill Level: Moderate — 45–60 minutes. Disconnect power and water supply before servicing. Remove the kickplate and lower access panel to reach the pump in the base of the unit. Disconnect the wiring harness and drain hose clamps, unscrew the mounting bracket, swap the pump assembly, and reconnect all connections before testing.
Confirmed compatible with Bosch SHE3AR72UC, SHE55M12UC, SHX3AR75UC, SHX5AV55UC, SHX5ER55UC plus additional Bosch, Thermador, Gaggenau, and Kenmore Elite models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.
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