Maytag Washer Door Lock Replacement

Your maytag bravos top loading washing machine comes equipped with a lid lock that locks the washing machine lid in the closed position during the.

Maytag washer door lock replacement.

If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. Whirlpool w10443885 washer door lock genuine original equipment manufacturer oem part for whirlpool maytag amana crosley 4 6 out of 5 stars 163 61 96 61. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.

Scan the included wiring diagram until you find the wires labelled lid switch and lock switch the majority of washing machine lid lock switches are powered by 3 or 4 wires each of which performs a different function. Door locked at the end of the cycle. Here we will show you how to diagnose and replace a bad lid switch on a maytag whirlpool kenmore washer. Top load washer lid will not lock.

If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed. The washer won t start if the control detects that the washer door is open and it won t spin if the control detects that the door is unlocked. If the door lock assembly clicks but the door doesn t lock it s likely that the door lock assembly is broken.

How to replace the lid lock on a maytag bravos. Were you using a fresh hold cycle available on some models. To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches. Inspect the door lock for damage.

Examine your washer s tech sheet to determine which wires to cut. Made for maytag appliances our replacement parts are built tough for lasting dependability and help you make repairs quickly so you can get back to cooking and cleaning with the power and performance you expect. This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.