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This door strike is an authentic OEM replacement part that is compatible with various models of top-load washing machines. The door strike is located along the door frame, where it engages with the latch when the door is closed. It keeps the door securely shut so that the washer can start and prevents it from swinging open while the washer is running. It is a safety mechanism that prevents water leakage, injuries, and damage to the washer. If the door strike is damaged or worn down, it may be unable to lock the door properly and the washer may stop mid-cycle or fail to start altogether. Replace the door strike promptly to ensure the proper functioning of your washer.
This door strike is an authentic OEM replacement part that is compatible with various models of top-load washing machines. The door strike is located along the door frame, where it engages with the latch when the door is closed. It keeps the door securely shut so that the washer can start and prevents it from swinging open while the washer is running. It is a safety mechanism that prevents water leakage, injuries, and damage to the washer. If the door strike is damaged or worn down, it may be unable to lock the door properly and the washer may stop mid-cycle or fail to start altogether. Replace the door strike promptly to ensure the proper functioning of your washer.
What this part fixes:
  • Lid or door won’t close
  • Locking Issues
  • Will Not Start
Installation Instructions
John from AURORA, CO
Tab on door strike got broken off and washer would not operate without it.
Pushed in on door strike and rotated it counterclockwise, removed broken strike and installed new strike. NOTE: when removing the old strike (turning counterclockwise) it felt like it might break and/or was attached with an screw that I didn't see but it came right out.
This is a door striker, it is gray in color and is a part found on your washer. The purpose of the striker is to keep your washer door closed for usage. This piece will attach to your appliance lid and will activate the door switch when your lid is closed. The most common reasons for needing to replace this part are if your lid will not consistently open or close, and your washer will not consistently start. The only tool you will need to complete this installation is a Phillips screwdriver.
This is a door striker, it is gray in color and is a part found on your washer. The purpose of the striker is to keep your washer door closed for usage. This piece will attach to your appliance lid and will activate the door switch when your lid is closed. The most common reasons for needing to replace this part are if your lid will not consistently open or close, and your washer will not consistently start. The only tool you will need to complete this installation is a Phillips screwdriver.
What this part fixes:
  • Door latch failure
  • Door won’t close
  • Leaking
Installation Instructions
Joy from Columbia, MO
Broken Door Catch
This was one of the simpliest repairs I have ever done taking less than 5 minutes to complete. On the inner door I removed the two screws that hold the plastic catch in place. I then removed the broken catch and put the new catch in place. Finally I replaced the two screws that hold the catch in place and it was done.
This washer lid lock assembly is designed for top-load washing machines and ensures the lid remains securely closed during wash and spin cycles. It replaces worn or malfunctioning latches, helping prevent the machine from starting or pausing when the lid isn’t properly shut. The assembly includes the solenoid mechanism that engages the lock, contributing to safe and efficient operation. Compatible with a wide range of models, it’s an ideal solution for restoring reliable performance to your appliance.
This washer lid lock assembly is designed for top-load washing machines and ensures the lid remains securely closed during wash and spin cycles. It replaces worn or malfunctioning latches, helping prevent the machine from starting or pausing when the lid isn’t properly shut. The assembly includes the solenoid mechanism that engages the lock, contributing to safe and efficient operation. Compatible with a wide range of models, it’s an ideal solution for restoring reliable performance to your appliance.
What this part fixes:
  • Lid or door won’t close
  • Locking Issues
  • Will Not Start
Installation Instructions
David from MOUNT CALM, TX
The lid was closed to hard causing the door strike, lid lock bezel and assembly to break.
Changing the door strike was simple just a quarter turn and it pops off. Changing the assembly, remove the screws from the back side at the top, move to facing the front of the machine pull the top toward you about a half inch and it will open. From the back unplug the correct wire, remove assembly and then install in reverse. Good luck.
This magnetic door plunger, also known as the magnet holder, is built for your washer. When you order this part, you will receive the plastic housing and a spring that goes with it. The magnetic door plunger attaches to the inner door panel of the washer. It holds the door open when the washer is not running, and allows the door and tub seal to dry. This prevents mold and mildew from building up. Occasionally, the plastic tabs on the housing can break, and when this happens the part will need to be replaced. You may also notice that your washer lid or door will not close; this can also be a sign of a damaged magnetic door plunger.
This magnetic door plunger, also known as the magnet holder, is built for your washer. When you order this part, you will receive the plastic housing and a spring that goes with it. The magnetic door plunger attaches to the inner door panel of the washer. It holds the door open when the washer is not running, and allows the door and tub seal to dry. This prevents mold and mildew from building up. Occasionally, the plastic tabs on the housing can break, and when this happens the part will need to be replaced. You may also notice that your washer lid or door will not close; this can also be a sign of a damaged magnetic door plunger.
What this part fixes:
  • Leaking
  • Lid or door won’t close
  • Locking Issues
Installation Instructions
Omnitech from Warrenville, IL
Door would not close
There is a magnet at the bottom of the door which allows the door to be held ajar when the washer is not in use to allow the tub and gaskets to dry. A tab on the plastic housing which retains the magnet broke which allowed the housing to pull free of the door and stick itself to the machine preventing the door to close. Easy fix to replace the magnet was $18. Instructions were included in the box. Part number on the drawing was A165. PS3618292 Magnetic Door Plunger
This is lid lock designed for use within various washing machines. This lid lock, also known as a latch assembly, is used to secure the lid of your washing machine during the washing cycle. If your washing machine is experiencing issues starting or if the lid is not securing, this lid lock assembly likely needs to be replaced. This lid lock attaches underneath the top portion of your washer and its wire harness connects to the rear of the appliance. To replace this assembly, you will need a screwdriver, flathead screwdriver or putty knife, and wrench. This lid lock is an OEM part that is sold individually and does not come with any other parts or accessories.
This is lid lock designed for use within various washing machines. This lid lock, also known as a latch assembly, is used to secure the lid of your washing machine during the washing cycle. If your washing machine is experiencing issues starting or if the lid is not securing, this lid lock assembly likely needs to be replaced. This lid lock attaches underneath the top portion of your washer and its wire harness connects to the rear of the appliance. To replace this assembly, you will need a screwdriver, flathead screwdriver or putty knife, and wrench. This lid lock is an OEM part that is sold individually and does not come with any other parts or accessories.
What this part fixes:
  • Cycle Not Advancing
  • Lid or door won’t close
  • Locking Issues
Installation Instructions
John from BEAVER DAMS, NY
latch switch was not working
unfasten top from back, slide top forward and lift up, remove switch and cable (one piece), in stall new switch and cable, put top down and slide back, reinstall screws.
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This lid lock assembly is supplied by the original manufacturer for use in various models of top-load washing machines. The assembly includes the lid lock mechanism and the wiring harness. You can find it positioned on the underside of the washer lid. The lid lock assembly is designed to prevent the washer lid from opening during use. This is a safety mechanism that ensures that users do not accidentally come in contact with moving parts or are not injured by spilled water or detergent. If the lid lock assembly is faulty, the washer may be unable to start the cycle or it may stop in the middle of a cycle.
This lid lock assembly is supplied by the original manufacturer for use in various models of top-load washing machines. The assembly includes the lid lock mechanism and the wiring harness. You can find it positioned on the underside of the washer lid. The lid lock assembly is designed to prevent the washer lid from opening during use. This is a safety mechanism that ensures that users do not accidentally come in contact with moving parts or are not injured by spilled water or detergent. If the lid lock assembly is faulty, the washer may be unable to start the cycle or it may stop in the middle of a cycle.
What this part fixes:
  • Lid or door won’t close
  • Locking Issues
  • Will Not Start
Installation Instructions
Patricia R from BROOKHAVEN, MS
Lid would not lock, therefore, washer would not start.
I watched a YouTube video first. Followed instructions exactly and had washer going in 30 minutes!!!! Part that I ordered was an exact fit! Thanks to partselect.com!
The door lock assembly is a part for your washing machine and tells the washer that the door is closed and locked into place. If the switch has shorted out and not locking, it is no longer delivering the message to the machine and it will not latch into place. If you find that your door will not close, open, or start, it is more than likely an issue with the locker switch assembly. The switch is located behind the front panel. You will need to remove the gasket to reach the switch.
The door lock assembly is a part for your washing machine and tells the washer that the door is closed and locked into place. If the switch has shorted out and not locking, it is no longer delivering the message to the machine and it will not latch into place. If you find that your door will not close, open, or start, it is more than likely an issue with the locker switch assembly. The switch is located behind the front panel. You will need to remove the gasket to reach the switch.
What this part fixes:
  • Lid or door won’t close
  • Locking Issues
  • Will Not Start
Installation Instructions
Aaron from SAN ANTONIO, TX
Door locking mechanism
I received the locking device. I received an email from parts select with a repair video link. I watch the video and repeated the steps. Very easy and educational. Thank you for simplifying something I have limited experience doing.
This hook locker, commonly referred to as a door lock strike is specially designed for LG washers. It is a small, metal plate that is attached to the washer door. When the door is closed it engages with the door lock mechanism to keep the door securely shut while the washer is running. If it is damaged, worn down, or corroded, it will be unable to engage with the locking mechanism and prevent your washer from closing or staying shut. You may notice that your washer will not start or stops running mid-cycle. You will need to replace the door strike to fix the washer.
This hook locker, commonly referred to as a door lock strike is specially designed for LG washers. It is a small, metal plate that is attached to the washer door. When the door is closed it engages with the door lock mechanism to keep the door securely shut while the washer is running. If it is damaged, worn down, or corroded, it will be unable to engage with the locking mechanism and prevent your washer from closing or staying shut. You may notice that your washer will not start or stops running mid-cycle. You will need to replace the door strike to fix the washer.
What this part fixes:
  • Lid or door won’t close
  • Locking Issues
This door lock and switch assembly is manufactured to lock the door on your front load washer to prevent it from opening while it is running. You may need to replace the door lock and switch if the door does not open or lock. Your washer will not start if the door does not lock. This part is also known as a washing machine door lock assembly. As per the manufacturer, some models require a new wire harness and a door strike for this door lock assembly to work on the appliance. The original style lock would require the door lock kit.
This door lock and switch assembly is manufactured to lock the door on your front load washer to prevent it from opening while it is running. You may need to replace the door lock and switch if the door does not open or lock. Your washer will not start if the door does not lock. This part is also known as a washing machine door lock assembly. As per the manufacturer, some models require a new wire harness and a door strike for this door lock assembly to work on the appliance. The original style lock would require the door lock kit.
What this part fixes:
  • Leaking
  • Lid or door won’t close
  • Locking Issues
Installation Instructions
DOUG from KING FERRY, NY
Door on washer wouldn't lock or start
1. Unplug unit.
2. Unscrew 2 nuts holding top in place in rear of unit using phillips head screwdriver.
3.Slide top back and remove.
4. Open door of washer and unscrew 2 screws holding in door lock unit.
5.Pull out unit from the top and install new unit reconnecting the 3 wire connections.
This is a lid strike for various models of top-load washing machines. Lid strikes are designed to engage with the lid switch and communicate to the control board that the washer can start. If your washing machine is having issues starting, or if the lid strike for your washer is visibly damaged it will need to be replaced. Replacing this washing machine lid strike is simple and only requires a screwdriver. This lid strike is made almost entirely of durable white plastic and features two holes on either side for securing with screws. This lid strike is an OEM part and is not sold with any other parts or accessories, such as the necessary screws.
This is a lid strike for various models of top-load washing machines. Lid strikes are designed to engage with the lid switch and communicate to the control board that the washer can start. If your washing machine is having issues starting, or if the lid strike for your washer is visibly damaged it will need to be replaced. Replacing this washing machine lid strike is simple and only requires a screwdriver. This lid strike is made almost entirely of durable white plastic and features two holes on either side for securing with screws. This lid strike is an OEM part and is not sold with any other parts or accessories, such as the necessary screws.
What this part fixes:
  • Cycle Not Advancing
  • Lid or door won’t close
  • Locking Issues
Installation Instructions
Terry from KEYSTONE, IN
wanting to see this new energy efficient washer work, with the lid open
There are a lot of complaints, with these new energy efficient washers, no matter the brand, on the amount of water that is being used, and not properly washing your cloths, while in the wash cycle.
I got this new MayTag washer, and wanted to see it work, for myself, so I can try to correct the problem. But in order to see it work, and fill, the lid has to be open, to observe it working.
To do so, there is a part connected to the lid, called a "STRIKE", that when the lid is down, it activates the electronics, making the washer run.
So, I purchased this strike, to insert it in the washer, so I can observe the washer running, while the lid is open. Very easy, no tools required, just stick it in the slot, where the strike, on the lid goes, when the lid is closed.