Why doesn't my dishwasher fill with water?

Question

I have an older Kenmore dishwasher and I've noticed that it does not fill up with water. When I start it, a small amount of water runs into the tub and it starts it's cycle but there is very little water inside so it doesn't clean the dishes. If I pour extra water in the tub, it does a great job cleaning the dishes. I disconnected the water supply line and opened the valve and it seems there is a lot of water pressure but i've opened the dishwasher door as it is filling and it is only a trickle coming in. What would cause the dishwasher to not fill up with water?

Answer 1

Replace the solenoid valve it's not fully opening.

Answer 2

Yes it could be the solenoid But also check hoses for kinks and that the valve under the sink is on.