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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Washer Lid Lock Assembly Replacement #W10619844
Whirlpool Washer Lid Lock Assembly Replacement #W10619844
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$80.94Estimated Savings
$112.5003:27
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the lid lock assembly on Whirlpool top-load washing machines. The most common reasons for replacing the lid lock are when the washer lid or door won’t lock or the washer won’t start at all.
All of the information in this lid lock replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore
Tools used: wrench, screwdriver, scissors, putty knife, nutdriver, snap ring pliers
All of the information in this lid lock replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore
Tools used: wrench, screwdriver, scissors, putty knife, nutdriver, snap ring pliers
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to use tape to secure the washer lid.
3
Now, loosen the screws at the back of the control panel and rotate the panel up.
4
Depress the tab to release the user interface connector and set the control panel aside.
5
Detach the lid lock connector from the control module and cut any zip ties securing the wires.
6
Your next step is to use a putty knife to release the retaining clips securing the main top.
7
The clips are located approximately six and a half inches in from each side of the washer.
8
Rotate the main top upward and support it.
9
Next, remove the screws securing the old lid lock.
10
Now, use a screwdriver to help pry the wire harness from the retaining clips.
11
Use needle nose pliers to detach the small plastic retainer from the main top and pull the old lid lock assembly free.
12
Install the new lid lock assembly by feeding the wire harness through the main top.
13
Snap the new plastic retainer into place.
14
Position the lid lock and secure it with the mounting screws.
15
Secure the lid lock wire harness under the retaining clips.
16
Remove the support, rotate the main top down, and snap it into place.
17
Connect the lid lock assembly wire harness to the control module and secure any loose wires with a zip tie.
18
Remove the tape securing the lid.
19
Reconnect the user interface connector and reposition the control panel.
20
Tighten the mounting screws.
21
You're now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the lid lock assembly on Whirlpool top-load washing machines. The most common reasons for replacing the lid lock are when the washer lid or door won’t lock or the washer won’t start at all.
All of the information in this lid lock replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore
Tools used: wrench, screwdriver, scissors, putty knife, nutdriver, snap ring pliers
All of the information in this lid lock replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore
Tools used: wrench, screwdriver, scissors, putty knife, nutdriver, snap ring pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
Your first step is to use tape to secure the washer lid.
3
Now, loosen the screws at the back of the control panel and rotate the panel up.
4
Depress the tab to release the user interface connector and set the control panel aside.
5
Detach the lid lock connector from the control module and cut any zip ties securing the wires.
6
Your next step is to use a putty knife to release the retaining clips securing the main top.
7
The clips are located approximately six and a half inches in from each side of the washer.
8
Rotate the main top upward and support it.
9
Next, remove the screws securing the old lid lock.
10
Now, use a screwdriver to help pry the wire harness from the retaining clips.
11
Use needle nose pliers to detach the small plastic retainer from the main top and pull the old lid lock assembly free.
12
Install the new lid lock assembly by feeding the wire harness through the main top.
13
Snap the new plastic retainer into place.
14
Position the lid lock and secure it with the mounting screws.
15
Secure the lid lock wire harness under the retaining clips.
16
Remove the support, rotate the main top down, and snap it into place.
17
Connect the lid lock assembly wire harness to the control module and secure any loose wires with a zip tie.
18
Remove the tape securing the lid.
19
Reconnect the user interface connector and reposition the control panel.
20
Tighten the mounting screws.
21
You're now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.
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$80.94
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