This part is found in your washer. The pin on the lid pushes on the lever of the lid switch to tell the machine that the lid is closed. This part includes the green grounding wire. If your machine is having trouble starting, is not agitating, spinning, or is not draining properly, this could be because the lid switch has broken. You will need a 5/16-inch nut driver for this repair. The package will contain one lid switch. You will need to access the back of the washer, and remove the two Phillips screws that hold the top back panel in place. Slide the panel forward to release. Use your nut driver to loosen the screw that holds the ground wire in place. Lift the lid of the washer to release the old lid switch.
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Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Will Not Start | Will not agitate | Will not drain | Burning smell
This part works with the following products:
Washer.
This part works with the following products:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Roper.
Part# WP8318084 replaces these:
AP6012742, 8318084, WP8318084VP
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Rick H - January 7, 2024
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Washer lid sensor
The part was well wrapped and received on time. It was easy to install and the washer is now working fine.
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Norma S - June 10, 2023
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Easy repair
The part came early and was very easy to install. Everything is working fine.
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Lloyd S - May 18, 2023
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Perfect part
The part I ordered was perfect. It came fast and my old washing machine has never run better
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Charles M - April 29, 2023
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William H - March 29, 2023
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Marilyn S - January 14, 2023
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Perfect part!
Pleased that the washer lid switch was the exact part I needed. I thought it was a timer until I read what it could be on your website. I had a little problem getting the top loose since my machine is older but just took a little patience. It's all back together and if something else goes out I will definitely be back.
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Jinny D - November 11, 2022
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Exactly what we needed!
The part was perfect, and we are back in working order. Thank you!
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David F B - October 6, 2022
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Perfect part for 25+ year old washer.
The part was a perfect fit. Look up was easy on website using model #
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Kent F - September 18, 2022
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Solved the problem
Fast shipping Very easy installation - just flip up the control console, unplug the old switch, remove the ground wire, and install the new one.
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Linda H - September 8, 2022
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Easy to replace
Choosing which part to get was easy due to the comments on the website which described the same issue I was having and which part was purchased to fix the problem. The order came in quickly and I was then able to easily remove the old part and replace it with the new part.
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Washer wouldn't start at times unless the lid was gently "slammed" shut.
First unplug the washing machine. Then used a putty knife pushed under the endcap area to release the clips holding the top console down, then lifted the front of the console and tipped it back. Held it in that position with a short piece of wood.
The lid switch was visible right there on the left. Then unplugged the s
... Read morewitch, removed the metal screw holding the ground wire, pressed the locking tab on the switch, lifted the washer lid about 3 or 4 inches, and removed the switch. Installation was the reverse procedure. Total time about 10 to 15 minutes.
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David from WAUSAU, WI
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Really Easy
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15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver
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found water filled and will not spin or empty
Took an educated guess it was the lid switch and after playing with the switch got it to work. Ordered new switch. The hard part was to find the model number and thanks to customer service sticking with we. we found the info and was able to come up with a part number. Re placing the switch is very easy but I had to remove the cast after t
... Read morerying to open the machine the wrong way. So a little body work. I also found the frame was cracked and with a fender washer on the other side of the front feet was able to fix that. Washer run great a lot is a lot quieter.THANKS!!
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Michael from Pocono Summit, PA
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Really Easy
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15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver
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My husband did it. He popped the top control section off by sliding the knife under each side to lift it off.
The switch just snapped out of the holding section and the new part was snapped back into its place. He put the top section back on and it worked! Being a woman not knowing anything about repairing machines, I thought it went very well. I just googled my problem with the washer, it sent me to this site saying what they thought was the pro
... Read moreblem, I live chatted with someone and they confirmed the solution. I ordered the part and it came in 2 days and my husband fixed it. And now I have a working washer again. Thank you for your site. Anne
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Anne from IRA, MI
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15 - 30 mins
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washer would not enter spin cycles.
Went on-line for help.found parts select website.referred to your service videos.discovered solution to problem.bought proper part.arrived in excellent condition.watched another video for how to install the part.completed repair in about one hour.washer operating back to normal again. this site is a one stop answer/parts shop. thank you .
Gene from N PROVIDENCE, RI
Difficulty Level:
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30 - 60 mins
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Screw drivers, Socket set
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Washer would not start adjutating unless I opened and closed the lid a few times.
Unplugged the main power. Removed the 2 screws in the back and top of the control panel. Pulled control panel forward and tipped towards me to remove from top of washer. Removed the ground wire screw with a socket/ratchet. Removed the switch by pressing the tap inwards. The tab was brittle and broke. Replaced the switch, ground wire
... Read morewith screw and the control panel. I notice that the 2 screws which secure the switch lever/hinge to the lid were loose. These 2 loose screws were actually the problem in the first place. The loose lever was not making good contact with the switch. I think the switch was actually fine but since I broke the tab on the switch I needed to replace it anyhow. Plugged in power cord and washed a load.
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Larry from WILLMAR, MN
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set
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Washer would not start consistently when lid was closed. Water filled, but cycle would not start
Unplug the washer. Used flat blade screwdriver under each end of the control housing on top of the machine. This popped the spring clips and allowed the control housing to be lifted up and rotated out of the way. Once out of the way, lift clip on wiring harness to lid switch, then pull the harness off. Use nutdriver to remove screw ho
... Read morelding ground wire in place. Open lid of the machine. Pinch tab on back of the lid switch and rotate the switch up and out of the machine. Insert the new switch in the same manner, making sure that the machine lid remains open until the switch snaps into place. Attach ground wire using screw removed earlier and nutdriver. Clip wiring harness back in place. Close the lid and then rotate the control housing downward, and press on both ends to re-engage the spring clips which hold it down.
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Jessica from Jewett, NY
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Less than 15 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Bad lid sensor
Ordered and replaced the sensor. Fairly simple. Washer runs good now. Thank you!
Michael from ATLANTA, GA
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Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
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washer would fill but not agitate. lifting and closing lid would eventually get it started. lid switch bad
unplug washer. -remove two phillips head screws and two nut head screws holding control panel. -lift up control panel. -remove nut head screw on ground wire of switch. -release and remove switch. - put in new switch. - connect ground wire. -replace control panel and screws. -plug in washer. (depending on location of your washer move i
... Read moret to gain access to screws on back of control panel.- once done move washer back.)
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Nels from SOUTH HAVEN, MI
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Less than 15 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Want spin
As per partsselect.
Kenneth from Jackson, TN
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15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Two problems - washer stopped and had to open and close lid several times to restart. Problem 2 - could not get inlet valve to take in hot water.
1. Read a repair manual that I bought several years ago for this model. Pictures and notes for removing control panel and back cover of washer were very helpful. Replacing the lid switch was easy as long as you have the lid open when locking it down. The control valve was easy and I swapped out wires one
... Read moreat a time to make sure I didn't swap hot for cold. I then removed valve and locked down new one. Reversing the control panel and back skin were easy with a second set of hands to hold the back panel in place while installing two bottom screws. The parts resolved the problems.
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John
September 21, 2017
Thanks for your quick reply to my question of how to access the lid switch. Unfortunately my unit does not have the two screws in the back of the control panel. Mine is a performa series unit purchased in 2008.
For model number MTW5740TQ0
Hi John,
Thank you for getting back to us. Before beginning any repair, please unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet or turn the circuit breaker off. First, pull the washer away from the wall to access the backside. Once removed from the wall you will need to loosen the Philips head screws holding the back panel in place. You will need to slide the top panel forward to release it from the mounting tabs. Rotate back the top panel which will expose the existing lid switch. Use a nut driver to remove the screw holding the ground wire in place. Lift up the top lid which will move an arm inside that connects to the switch by moving that arm it will allow you to remove the switch. Squeeze on the release tab to remove the switch and disconnect the wiring harness that goes to the lid switch. Reconnect the new switch to the wiring harness. Lift up the lid again and position the new switch and push it down so it clips into place. Lower the lid and connect the ground wire and screw it in place. With the switch installed, take the top panel and roll it back down into position and align the top panels mounting tabs then lock it into place. Use a Phillips head screw driver to tighten the remaining 2 screws into place. Reconnect the power cord or turn the circuit breaker back on and the washer should be ready to use. I hope this helps with the repair.
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John
September 21, 2017
How do i access lid switch?
For model number MTW5740TQ0
Hi John,
Thank you for your inquiry. There is a repair story that one of our customers provided on how they installed the part. The customer advised, "I removed the two screws on the back of the control panel. The control panel then flips back. The switch is on the left side. To remove the switch, I first detached the wire to the control panel and unscrewed the grounding wire. The new switch drops right in. I had a little trouble getting it in until I realized the washer lid had to be open. A little awkward but once it's in you can shut the lid and then I reattached the wire from the control panel and screwed in the grounding wire. Pretty easy. $20 for the part (with shipping) and 15 minutes. Way cheaper than a repairman." I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Hiram
September 1, 2017
The lid switch in my washer got burned so what i did was, connect directly, the Green and gray cables, it was working ok, but now, sometimes it works ok, and sometimes won't do anything, except fill itself with water, do you guys think if i buy the lid switch it will work ok once again??
Hi Hiram,
Thank you for your inquiry. I believe that yes it should. Bypassing your lid switch can sometimes just be a temporary thing and may not work for very long. Reinstalling a working switch may fix the issue that you are having if nothing else went wrong. Good luck with your repair.
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Barbara
August 27, 2017
My washer will start okay but through mid cycle will just stop. If I lift the lid and close again. It will start again.
For model number RTW4440VQ2
Hi Barbara,
Thank you for the question. Sounds like you have a defective lid switch and we recommend replacing the switch to fix the issue.
Good luck with the repair.
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Dominic
August 12, 2017
My washer will not advance itself through the cycles unless i manually push it in, and turn it to the next cycle. Does it sound like the lid switch, or the dial itself? Thank you in advance
Hi Dominic,
Thank you for your inquiry. If your timer is not advancing the lid switch is the most common part that will fix the issue. Some other parts you may have to look at as well are the timer, the water level control, the timer knob and skirt, the drain pump and the water inlet valve. For the electrical parts, I would use a multimeter to check the continuity on each of them. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Nimish
February 14, 2018
My washer will not advance itself through the cycles unless I manually bang on the lid. Does it sound like the lid switch, or the timer itself? Thank you in advance
For model number KAWS750LQ3
Hi Nimish, Thank you for the question. This sounds like an issue with the lid switch assembly. You can also try to manually turn or tap the knob to the timer to see if that triggers it to proceed. If this starts the cycle again, it would be the timer. Hope this helps!
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Rich
January 21, 2019
My washer goes through the wash cycle fine, but it stops when it gets to the rinse cycle. However, if i manually advance it a click, it will then continue through the rinse and finish out the cycle. I wondered if it was a problem with the lid switch, but i thought that wouldn't work at all on the rinse/spin cycle if the lid switch were faulty. Can you help me diagnose the problem?
For model number LSC5000PQ2
Hello Rich, Thank you for the question. If you can manually turn the knob and have the rinse cycle start, the lid switch is fine. This sounds like a defective timer not advancing, PartSelect Number PS11746307. I suggest replacing the Timer. Hope this helps, good luck with this repair!
The lid switch and plug for the switch melted together can i buy just the plug end with short wire leads. I have another switch but still need the plug.
For model number LSQ9010PW5
Hi Rocky,
Thank you for your question. Depending on which part is melted, you will either need to replace your switch or the whole wiring harness that your door lock switch connects to. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.
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Toni
January 9, 2018
Hi, I looked on line for reason my Whirlpool ultimate care ii model top loader #lsb6200pq0 will not agitate, spin or drain. The answer I found on line is that my lid switch is probably bad and will need a new one. It's been rather difficult to find the correct part. Some are just a switch with a ground wire others are switch with wire harness and ground wire. My question is if I go and purchase this switch which I believe to be the correct on, and it's not can iI return it? Thank for your help.
For model number LSB6200PQ0
Hi Toni, Thank you for the question. Please see the link below for our return policy. Also in checking the model number provided I can verify the PartSelect Number: PS11745957 is the correct lid switch for your appliance. Hope this helps!
https://www.partselect.com/Thirty-Day-Returns.htm
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Stephen
March 10, 2018
When filling, water starts filling, then stops, starts and stops several times before it's done filling. I don't do anything to start it again. Goes on and off by itself.
For model number LSB6300PW4
Hello Stephen, Thank you for your inquiry. We would recommend checking the following parts to fix your issue: water level switch, water inlet valve, lid switch, temperature switch, and timer. You can test the parts with a multimeter. Hope this helps!
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