DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the control panel housing on a Whirlpool front-load washer. The most common reason for replacing the control panel housing is if it is damaged.
This control panel replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag
Tools needed: quarter-inch socket or nut driver, flat-head screwdriver, pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the control panel housing on your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
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Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the rear screws securing the top panel.
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Slide the top panel back and lift up to detach.
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Pull the detergent dispenser drawer out and depress the tab to release it.
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Use a t-20 torx bit to unthread the screws in the dispenser housing.
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Unthread the control panel housing mounting screws.
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Lift up the tabs to detach the housing.
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Disconnect the wire connecter and use a flat-head screwdriver and pliers to release the wire retainer.
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Use the quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws to release the control panel assembly from the old housing.
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Prepare the new control panel housing for installation by positioning the control panel assembly then secure it with the screws.
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Reconnect the wire connecter and snap in the wire retainer.
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Insert the lower housing tabs into the slots in the front panel and snap the housing into place.
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Thread the mounting screws on top.
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Replace the dispenser housing screws.
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Using a flat-head screwdriver, depress the locking tabs to release the old dispenser drawer cover.
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Align the new cover and snap it into place.
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Slide the dispenser drawer into the housing.
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Realign the top panel and slide it into position.
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With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.