The point of the lid switch is for the tub to stop spinning when the washer lid is opened. It is a safety precaution just in case someone decides to stick their hand inside the washer while the tub is spinning.
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Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Will Not Start | Lid or door won’t close | Will not drain | Will not agitate
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Eric S - June 18, 2024
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Easy repair
The right part for the right job took about 10 minutes works great
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Steven J T - December 13, 2022
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Part was as described and worked
Part worked great. However paying the extra cost for 2 day shipping was a joke.
Part was to be delivered in 2 days.
It was shipped by FED EX.
The part never arrived here until 9 days from order date.
Totally not worth the extra money paid for shipping.
This company should use a different shipping provider.
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David C - November 12, 2022
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Ez repair
The part came in a timely manner and was top quality.
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Rachelle R - November 4, 2022
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Just the right part
When Googling a possible reason for our washer not spinning we came across a video that seemed to be exactly the issue we were having (lid latch assembly). I then Googled for the part and your site came up, I'm glad we selected it. The part came when it was promised and was a fairly easy fix, we did discover that we needed to re-set the machine; another words, we had to tip the machine to get to the bottom and disconnect the plug to the motor and then plug it back in again, this actually reset the whole machine and it's working better than ever.
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Scott E - November 2, 2022
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right part for the job
Repair was easy, the only challenging part was unclipping the broken part from the machine. Fixed the issue and it works now.
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Clark C - September 6, 2021
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It works!
Got it quickly, and it was just what I needed. As my late barber used to say, "Beautimous!"
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PHILANDER M - August 27, 2021
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Delivery Mystery
Order part on Tuesday. Delivery took 8 days to arrive at my house by Fedex ground from Georgia. 8 days Really!!. Not prompt at all.
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Dawn M - July 30, 2021
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Lid latch for washer
We received the part in 8 days. My husband put it on immediately and it worked GREAT! Thank you so much.
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Marco M - March 17, 2021
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Piece of cake.
The part was exactly what I needed. It arrived promptly. Installation was very easy. I saved myself over $300.
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JOHN A - December 3, 2020
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easy to replace lid latch
worked as expected
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Washer would not agitate or spin and took over 2 hours to go through all cycles.
Started by replacing the lid latch assembly but this did not fix the problem. Parts Select representative suggested replacing the drive pulley clutch assembly. I order this and a new shift actuator. Had difficulty installing the new black shift actuator as it has a different electrical connection location from the original red part. The p
... Read morelug on the existing wiring harness would not reach the socket on the new black shift actuator. I had to remove the socket from the new black actuator casing so the plug would reach the socket. Washer is now working.
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Danny from HARRISBURG, PA
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
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Washer gets stuck on Rinse and not complete the cycle.
Found common diagnosis and instructions on internet. It is not difficult to replace. Unfortunately, this new latch assembly did not fix the problem.
Charles from SEALY, TX
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set
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Lid wouldn't lock
Removed 5 screws on back, released 2 retention clips on front, lifted top of washer to expose lock assembly, removed 2 screws holding lock assembly in place followed electrical line back to plug behind control panel plugged new lock in, and reassembled in reverse order. Done!
James from INDIAN LAKE, NY
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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Lid lock/latch stuck closed
Watched a video
David from BELMONT, MI
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Washer would not adgitate
I ordered a lid switch because the washer wouldn't agitate. Most reviews indicated that was the problem. While waiting for the part to arrive, I discovered the transmission to be of fault.I let parts select know that I no longer needed the part. Parts Select gave me an immediate refund no questions asked and before I returned the part to
... Read morethem. That is customer service!! I will use Parts Select for all my future purchases. I can trust a company that trusts its customers. Joe M. San Jose
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Joe from SAN JOSE, CA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Washer would go into the cycle to rinse dry.
Replacing the part was fairly easy. However it did not resolve the problem. The spin cycle did not activate,leaving my washer full of water. We ordered another Maytag Washer. Hopefully this one doesn't break down for a long time.
Daniel from WARMINSTER, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set
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Lid lock not working.
Followed instructions.
James from LIVONIA, LA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Socket set
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Wouldn't agitate
Removed lid panel changed lid lock switch. Took cap off removed 7/16 bolt changed out thrust spacer and agitater repair kit. Took about an hour.
My washer lid lock light kept blinking and the washer would not start
I followed the online video, removed the old part and replaced it with the new part. My washer is working perfectly. It took about an hour to reset.
Janice from GREENVILLE, NC
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers
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Washer wouldn't start - Flashing Lid Light
I checked out the reviews and the recommendation of these "professionals", replaced the part easy enough when it came in. However, it didn't solve the problem. Got an actual professional to come in and see what the problem was, and they determined that gear oil was being leaked and it wasn't worth replacing.
Tried to get a re
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Marc from HOPE MILLS, NC
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Amara
November 5, 2017
How do you replace the lid latch part?
For model number WTW5000DW0
Hi Amara, Thank you for the question. Here is a link to our video on how to replace the lid lock. It should be of some help.Good luck with the repair!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1DCXvPkWzM
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Cathy
October 1, 2017
My lid lock is not working causing the washer not to work. What could be causing this problem?
For model number MVWC425BW1
Hi Cathy, Thank you for the question. Sounds like the lid latch is defective and need to be replaced. Hope this helps!
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Ronald
August 25, 2017
How do I bypass damaged lid lock switch for a temporary test?
For model number 100.20022012
Hi Ronald,
Thank you for your question. First and foremost disconnect your water and the power from your appliance before starting. Locate where your switch actually fits on to your appliance and place a magnet between them. Now there will be a magnetic connection between the lid switch and solenoid. After you do that, put the lid of the washer back on and turn on the appliance. If the appliance turns off, disconnect power once more and reposition the magnet. Caution. If you are at all uncomfortable with doing something like this, I would strongly suggest contacting a repair technician to come and help you. I hope this helps. Good luck with your repair.
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RHONDA MURPHY
March 27, 2018
I installed a new lid lock and the washer won't start,won't let water in and the lid lock button stays red all the time.What can i do?
For model number WTW5640XW0
Hi Rhonda,
Thank you for your question. You may have a faulty lid switch. I would check it with a multimeter to see if it is working correctly. Also, try unplugging the washer for 10 minutes and this may reset the washer and clear the flashing light. If this does not work, press and hold the cycle signla button for 20 seconds and this should reset the washer and clear the flashing light. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Kristy
January 19, 2018
When I push the start button on my washer the sensing light comes on, then the lid lock lights up. The lid lock light is blinking and making a clicking noise and not latching. The washer will not start. Can you help?
Hello Kristy,
Thanks for your question. This may be due to a defective lid lock/latch assembly. You could try testing the part with a multimeter to see if it has electrical continuity, and if it does not show continuity, replace it.
I hope this helps.
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Sandy
November 15, 2017
My Kenmore top loading washing machine doesn't always latch so that i have difficulty getting it to start and show the red lid locked indicator. There are two plastic prongs on the lid that go into a receptacle on the washing machine body.....don't know whether they are just worn or what....please advise.....thanks, Sandy
For model number 11020022011
Hi Sandy, Thank you for the question.If the lid strike is still there and there is no damage, I suggest replacing the Lid Latch Assembly PartSelect Number PS3497627. Hope this helps!
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Patricia Harris
December 4, 2017
How do i get to the lid switch?
For model number MVWX700XL2
Hello Patricia, Thank you for your inquiry. I have included a link to a video on repairing the lid switch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u1DCXvPkWzM Hope this helps!
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Melanie
January 20, 2018
My washer will fill, agitate and drain but will not spin. The lid lock light flashes when it tries to advance to spin. Initially it would spin occasionally while in a wash cycle but now not at all. During test mode it would spin without a problem, however it has stopped during test mode as well. The lid will lock during the lid lock test. I replaced the shift actuator but it did not resolve the problem. I am getting error codes f7e1 and f7e7. Can you help?
For model number WTW4800BQ1
Hello Melanie,
Thanks for your question. The lid latch assembly is the most common reason why this issue would occur, and explains that error code. You may want to test the part with a multimeter and replace it if it shows no continuity.
I hope this helps.
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Fay
January 23, 2018
Will this part fix the following problem: I push the start button, it sounds like the lid latches, the fill light comes on and then there is a pause. The latch then unlatches but fill light stays on?
For model number WTW4800XQ1
Hello Fay,
Thanks for your question. We would advise testing the machine in diagnostic mode to see if any error codes may help, but there are a few common parts we can recommend in this situation. The lid latch assembly should be tested with a multimeter to see if it has continuity. Replace it if it does not show continuity. You may also want to examine the shift actuator and agitator cogs to see if anything is damaged to prevent the machine from spinning. Look at the drive belt for any signs of damage as well.
I hope this helps.
My washer does not advance its cycles i have to manually move the knob to the next cycle. Example washer fills then seems like it is going through the cycles but does not go through so i move knob to rinse and spin the move knob to final spin. Now it is not agitating at all so it fills drains and spins but t=does not agitate. How de we diagnose what it is that is wrong?
For model number RTW4640YQ1
Hello Debbie, thank you for your question. I would recommend checking the lid switch first. Remove power from the appliance and check the switch for continuity with a multi-meter. If the lid switch has continuity then you will need to look at the rest of the motor circuit including the electronic control board part number W10484681. I hope this helps!
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