{"id":18974,"date":"2025-06-17T08:25:59","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T15:25:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=18974"},"modified":"2026-07-14T12:40:15","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T19:40:15","slug":"whirlpool-washer-lid-wont-stay-open-replace-the-lid-hinge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/whirlpool-washer-lid-wont-stay-open-replace-the-lid-hinge\/","title":{"rendered":"Whirlpool Washer Lid Won\u2019t Stay Open? Replace the Lid Hinge"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is your Whirlpool washer lid loose or won\u2019t stay up? 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That could mean your Whirlpool washer\u2019s lid hinge is worn out. This small but important part keeps the lid secure, allowing the machine to run properly. Whether you have a gas or electric model, we\u2019ll walk you through testing and replacing it so you can skip the repair bill!<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need any replacement parts for your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/parts-for-whirlpool-wtw8500dc0.html\"><b>Whirlpool washer<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can enter your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-find-your-appliances-model-number\/\"><b>model number<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to order them. Most orders arrive in just two business days, and we have thousands of free guides to show you how to install your new parts.<\/span>\n\nWe recommend consulting your manufacturer's documentation or<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/repair-help\/\"> <b>contact us<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with any questions.<\/span><\/em>\r\n\r\n[lwptoc numeration=\"none\"]\r\n<p style=\"font-size:14.5px;margin:14px 0;font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,sans-serif\"><a href=\"#app-safety-notes\">Full safety notes below<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you need<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1\/4\" nut driver<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phillips head screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">T15 Torx driver<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety precautions<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When working on any appliance, remember to keep safety first. Here are some tips to keep in mind:<\/span>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always power off and unplug your appliance or switch off the circuit breaker before you attempt any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by eliminating any risk of electric shock.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the appliance has recently been used, give it plenty of time to cool down before working on it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your time while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries. Rushing is the enemy of precision.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work in a well-lit area so you can see and access appliance parts.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your workspace free of clutter and other obstacles. Keep children and pets away from the work area.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never work on internal parts with wet hands. Make sure the work area is completely dry.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions related to your appliance or replacement part.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be gentle when handling or removing parts. Excessive force might damage the appliance or cause personal injury.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear insulated work gloves to protect your hands from sharp metal parts and debris.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When working with wires, avoid touching any exposed wires or terminals. If you need to touch a wire, use a non-conductive tool or wear insulating gloves to prevent electrical shock.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always take photos or make a note of wiring terminals or other connections before disconnecting them to make reassembly easier.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider wearing safety glasses and\/or a dust mask when working with chemicals, dust or a large amount of debris to prevent irritation or injury.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn off the water supply at the outlet before beginning repairs. Keep towels ready to catch any residual water in the system when removing parts.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to test and replace the Whirlpool washer\u2019s lid hinge<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow these steps to remove the faulty lid hinge and install a new one so the washer lid stays up properly.<\/span>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1. Access the lid hinge<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unplug the washer from the electrical outlet or turn off the power at the breaker.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull the washer out slightly to create a working space.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gather necessary tools: \u00bc\u201d nut driver, putty knife, T15 Torx driver, Phillips head screwdriver, and \u00bc\u201d hex head driver.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the \u00bc\u201d nut driver to remove the screws securing the rear panel over the console and set the screws aside.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insert a putty knife into the front corners of the console to release the spring clips.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift the console upwards to detach it from the washer.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Locate and remove the two screws that hold the main top to the back.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide the main top forward, then lift it up slightly before sliding it back to release it fully.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support the main top to prevent it from falling.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2. Remove the faulty hinge<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise the washer lid.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a T15 Torx driver to remove the two hinge pin screws on both sides.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift the lid off the hinge pin.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the Phillips head screw from the main top below where the console was.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift the main top and remove the \u00bc\u201d hex head screw securing the hinge mounting bracket.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the faulty hinge.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3. Install the new hinge<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Position the new hinge in place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure the hinge with the \u00bc\u201d hex head screw.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower the main top back into position.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reinsert the Phillips head screw to secure the main top.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place the hinge pins back into their slots.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide the lid onto the hinge pins.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure the hinge pins by tightening the screws.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 4. Reassemble the washer<\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Align the console properly and snap it back into place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reinstall the rear panel and secure it with the \u00bc\u201d screws removed earlier.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure the main top to the rear panel using the two screws.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug the washer back in or turn the power back on at the breaker.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open and close the lid to confirm it stays up and operates correctly.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need more help?<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for following along! We hope this guide made testing and replacing the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lid hinge <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">in your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whirlpool washer <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a breeze<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you still need parts, bring your model number on over to <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/appliancepartspros.com\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where you\u2019ll find millions of parts in stock and fast shipping\u2014most arrive in only two days! If you have questions, you can reach us at 1 (877) 477-7278 or chat with us online. Make sure to swing by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/\"><b>our DIY blog<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@appliancepartspros\/videos\"><b>YouTube channel<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for more repair tips. And don\u2019t miss out\u2014follow us on <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/facebook.com\/appliancepartspros\"><b>Facebook<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/applpartspros\"><b>X<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/instagram.com\/appliancepartspros?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==\"><b>Instagram<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see our latest and greatest!<\/span>\n\n<em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The information in this article may not apply to your specific appliance model.\n\n<div id=\"app-safety-notes\" style=\"border:1px solid #E6E6E6;border-radius:8px;overflow:hidden;margin:22px 0;font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,sans-serif\"><div style=\"background:#1C437C;color:#fff;padding:9px 16px;font-weight:700;font-size:15px\">\u26a1&nbsp;Electrical safety \u2014 before you start<\/div><ul style=\"margin:0;padding:14px 20px 14px 38px;font-size:15px;line-height:1.6;color:#1A1A1A;background:#fff\"><li style=\"margin:6px 0\"><b>Disconnect power<\/b> before you start \u2014 unplug it or switch off the breaker, and <b>confirm it's dead<\/b>.<\/li><li style=\"margin:6px 0\">Follow your <b>local electrical code<\/b>.<\/li><li style=\"margin:6px 0\">Anything involving <b>household wiring, outlets, or the breaker panel<\/b> itself is <b>licensed-electrician territory<\/b>.<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n[\/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_blog blog_type='posts' categories='9' link='category' blog_style='blog-grid' content_length='content' contents='title_read_more' date_filter='' date_filter_start='' date_filter_end='' date_filter_format='yy\/mm\/dd' offset='0' conditional='' bloglist_width='' columns='3' preview_mode='auto' image_size='portfolio' items='3' paginate='yes' lazy_loading='disabled' alb_description='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-mbusp7xq']\r\n\r\n[av_social_share title='Share this entry' buttons='' share_facebook='' share_twitter='' share_whatsapp='' share_pinterest='' share_reddit='' share_linkedin='' share_tumblr='' share_vk='' share_mail='' share_yelp='' yelp_link='https:\/\/www.yelp.com' style='' av-desktop-hide='' av-medium-hide='' av-small-hide='' av-mini-hide='' alb_description='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-oi23cu']\r\n\r\n","_aviaLayoutBuilder_active":"active","footnotes":""},"categories":[84,9],"tags":[11751,11743,11747,11749,7496,11748,11744,8643,11746,11745],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\r\n<title>Whirlpool Washer Lid Won\u2019t Stay Open? 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