This part is located behind the control panel. It helps determine the level of water in the washer. As the water fills the hose, while tub is filling, it will push the air against a diaphragm inside t...
First removed front washer access panel. Next: removed top panel torx screws and disconnected lid switch wiring connector Next: removed washer top/lid Next: removed inoperative lid switch (two phillips head screws) Next: installed new lid switch and screws Next: installed washer top and connected lid switch wire connector Next: installed control panel and screws Next: tested installation Next: installed front washer access panel Easy repair. FYI, Parts Select had best price and part arrived within two days of ordering! Highly recommend them for your parts.
I replaced the pressure switch which I ordered from A-1. It still did not work. I then took a small rigid wire and inserted it into the pressure box on the side of the tub. Then I squirted water thru the tube to clean out the hole where the tube from the pressure switch is hooked up. The washer then worked fine. The pressure switch I replaced was probably OK. This was a learning experiance which cost me $68.00. Still cheaper than a repairman
Unplugged washer. Removed 4 metal screws to open control panel. Unplugged wiring coupler to timer. Unscrewed ground wire. Used needle nose pliers to remove plastic cotter pin holding knobs to timer.Unscrewed single nut holding timer in place. Replaced with new timer. Reversed procedure.