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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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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Graym G - December 9, 2022
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Correct replacement part
Correct part, fast shipping, easy installation
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Barbara P - May 12, 2022
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The Lid Latch Assembly worked great!
The part was perfect and easy to assemble. The washer worked great.
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Paul F - May 19, 2021
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Great Part but not the right one.
The ordering process was easy, delivery was prompt, the part was relatively easy to install, but unfortunately it did not solve the problem. So with tax and shipping I am close to $100 into an old machine that doesn't work.
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Dwight M - March 17, 2021
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Washer
Lid switch
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Granville R - March 17, 2021
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Li not locking
Had other problems but fixed up li latch problem.
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Sydney M - December 16, 2020
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Repair was easy
The part was I good condition it came quickly and the appliance works great
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Don M - November 18, 2020
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Easy repair. Part worked and fit perfectly
Part was great.
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FRANK L - October 8, 2020
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Amana Lid Latch
The right part delivered quickly and with online instructions that make installation easy
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Shane J - February 20, 2020
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First time washer repair EASY
Part arrived super fast, replaced in 15 minutes, 8yr old washer runs like new.
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Shirley L - October 17, 2019
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Useless fixing part
My Maytag washer had flashing red light and the lid would unlock and washer wouldn't continue. I looked up the suggested part that says fix symptom 83% of time. Well, it caosted my over $90 with shipping and tax. The new part did not fix the problem, the red light still blinked. I wanted to return it for a refund But the Refund Policy is very tight, even though the part still look brand new and unscratched but they have the last call to refund or not refund and the worst part is, even if no refund, they will just keep your return! I already paid over $90 and I am not wasting another $12 shipping and got nothing back and even losing the useless new part that I paid $90 for! I have learnt my lessen and I will never buy any fixing part that cost over $30 and pour my money down the drain.
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Defective lid latch - Cabrio Washer
The instructions that came with the part were worthless. Essentially, unplug, put in new part, plug it back in. I spent a considerable amount of time on the internet and finally found a video showing how to open the top. Unlike other models, it is held down by clamps in the back rather than clips in the front. Once finding this information the installation was simple. Remove the clamps and the back of the console, slide the top forward and lift, remove and replace the lock and reassemble. You don't even have to remove the hoses.
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William from Wakefield, RI
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Lid would not register closed washer would not spin
Remove top of washer 5min R&R cable 20 min total time 25 min.
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william from HOLLEY, NY
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers
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Washer lid would not release
Unplug washer. Remove 4 screws from the small plates that hold top to body of washer. Remove cover plate from back of top. Lift top from base and support it on its back. Remove lid lock mechanism. Unplug connector from its socket at the back of the lid. In reverse order install the new lid latch,
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Michael from BURLINGTON, NJ
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Lid safety switch defective . Lid would not lock allowing washer operation.
Remove small screws on back of top on both sides, slide top forward. No need to remove water hoses. Lift top up to expose switch safety mechanism (black plastic) on front underside of top. Undo screws holding switch mechanism. remove plate cover from back of top and unplug wiring harness. Thread new wireing harness and plug through hole in top and plug in to plug receptor.
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Garry from CANON CITY, CO
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set
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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.
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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 refund and return the part. Was told absolutely not. The money back guarantee is a lie.
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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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Lid lock/latch stuck closed
Watched a video
Other Parts Used:
David from BELMONT, MI
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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washer wasn't spinning on final spin
First I found and reviewed videos on line to do the repair for my machine and when I actually did it the videos made it simple to do. Always look for videos of the installation for your machine or appliance and the job will go easy
Other Parts Used:
Terry from HANCOCK, MD
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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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.
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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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Model Cross Reference
This part works with the following models:
PartSelect Number: PS3497627
Manufacturer Part Number: W10404050
