Dishwasher Not Filling with Water? Inlet Valve W11535094 – Fix No-Fill Fast

If your dishwasher won't fill with water or stops mid-cycle, the inlet valve is the most common cause. In most Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and Maytag dishwashers, this is caused by a failed water inlet valve. When it fails, the dishwasher either gets no water at all, fills too slowly, or triggers a flood-protection shutoff mid-cycle. ⚡ Common failure point in Whirlpool-built dishwashers across KitchenAid and Maytag platforms. Part W11535094 is the genuine OEM replacement that restores proper water flow and pressure to your dishwasher.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Dishwasher powers on and the cycle starts normally
• ✔ Drain pump and wash motor function correctly
• ✔ Household water supply valve is fully open and water pressure is normal
• ✔ ONLY problem is the dishwasher not filling with water or filling too slowly

Not sure? Send us your model number — we'll confirm before you order.

🔧 Common Symptoms

• Dishwasher starts but no water enters the tub
• Dishwasher fills very slowly or partially
• Cycle stops early or resets due to low water detection
• Humming sound at start of cycle but no water flow

✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.

✔ In most cases, replacing this inlet valve restores normal fill operation immediately.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: W11535094
• Type: Water Inlet Valve — dual-coil solenoid, OEM specification
• Replaces: W11289893, W11407411, W11429970
• Brands: Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: MODERATE — 30–45 minutes. Disconnect power and shut off the water supply before servicing. Remove the lower access panel, disconnect the water supply line and wiring harness from the old valve, swap in the new W11535094, reconnect, and run a test fill cycle to confirm proper operation.

✓ Compatible Models

Confirmed compatible with KDFE104KBL0, KDFE104KPS0, KDFE104KWH0, KDFE204KBL0, KDFE204KBS0, KDFE204KPS0, KDFE204KWH0, KDFM404KBS0, KDFM404KPS0, KDPM604KBS0, KDPM604KPS0, KDPM704KPS0, KDPM804KBS0, KDPM804KPS0, KDTE104KPS0, KDTE204KBL0, KDTE204KBS0, KDTE204KPS0, KDTE204KWH0, KDTM404KBS0, KDTM404KPS0, KDTM604KBS0, KDTM604KPS0, KDTM704KPS0, KDTM804KBS0, KDTM804KPS0, MDB4949SKB0, MDB4949SKW0, MDB4949SKZ0, MDB7959SKZ0, MDB8959SKK0, MDB8959SKW0, MDB8959SKZ0, MDB9959SKZ0, MDB9979SKZ0, WDT750SAKB0, WDT750SAKV0, WDT750SAKW0, WDT750SAKZ0, WDTA50SAKB0, WDTA50SAKT0, WDTA50SAKV0, WDTA50SAKW0, WDTA50SAKZ0, WDTA80SAKZ0 plus additional Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and Maytag models. Contact us to verify your model number before ordering.

💡 Pro Tip

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages