{"id":18926,"date":"2025-06-16T06:32:52","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T13:32:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=18926"},"modified":"2025-08-19T07:57:56","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T14:57:56","slug":"how-to-fix-whirlpool-front-load-washer-start-button-wp8181861","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/how-to-fix-whirlpool-front-load-washer-start-button-wp8181861\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Fix Whirlpool Front Load Washer Start Button WP8181861"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Struggling with a stubborn washing machine that just won&#8217;t start? It&#8217;s possible that the start button is the culprit, but don&#8217;t worry, there&#8217;s no need for a costly repair service. With our easy-to-follow guide and step-by-step how-to video below, you\u2019ll have your laundry routine back on track in no time!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='avia-video avia-video-16-9   av-lazyload-immediate  av-lazyload-video-embed  '   itemprop=\"video\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"  data-original_url='https:\/\/youtu.be\/uP9LOhkSVCQ' ><script type='text\/html' class='av-video-tmpl'><div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe title=\"How To: Whirlpool\/KitchenAid\/Maytag Start Button WP8181861\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uP9LOhkSVCQ?feature=oembed&autoplay=0&loop=0&controls=1&mute=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/script><div class='av-click-to-play-overlay'><div class=\"avia_playpause_icon\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><b>Looking for the right part?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Enter your appliance model number below to find the exact match and get your appliance running like new again!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[search]<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_textblock  avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class='wp-image-19222 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-19222 avia_image' src=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/20250606_0853_Colonial-Laundry-Room_simple_compose_01jx2mr48hensa820wzwtyz1r7-1500x630.png\" alt='' title='' height=\"630\" width=\"1500\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having trouble getting your front-load washing machine to start? If pushing the start button no longer kicks off the wash cycle, the button itself might need replacing. It&#8217;s a pretty simple DIY fix that you can handle in no time with some basic tools. Let&#8217;s get started!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Watch here: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/uP9LOhkSVCQ\"><b>How to replace the start button for a washer<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The information in this article may not apply to your specific appliance model. We recommend consulting your manufacturer&#8217;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><\/p>\n\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tools and materials needed<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torx T20 screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flat blade screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New OEM start button (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-pushbutton-wp8181861-ap6011743.html\"><b>part #WP8181861<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)-Take 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;\"> to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to locate the correct part for your appliance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety first!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your safety should always be the top priority when performing any appliance repair.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<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 attempting any maintenance or replacement work. This keeps you safe by preventing any risk of electric shock.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<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>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take your time and don\u2019t rush while working to prevent accidents and personal injuries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work in a well-lit area so you can clearly see and access appliance parts.<\/span><\/li>\n<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>\n<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>\n<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>\n<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>\n<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>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your appliance has any parts that hold water, 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>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the top panel<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The start button replacement process begins by taking off the washer&#8217;s top panel to access the internal components and control board:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using your Torx T20 screwdriver, remove the three screws securing the top panel above the rear access panel. These are located near the back of the machine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the screws out, slide the top panel back about an inch. You should then be able to lift it off cleanly. Set it aside without bending or creasing it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Detach the control panel<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Next, you will need to remove the whole control panel assembly from the body of the washing machine:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull out the dispenser drawer completely and press the tab on the left rail to release it. Set it aside.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using your Torx T20 driver, remove the single screw on the left side of the control panel. There is also a locking tab on the opposite right side &#8211; lift it vertically to disengage it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open the washer door and locate the bottom locking tab in the middle underside of the control panel. Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the slot and rotate it 90 degrees to release the tab.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can now lift the control panel up and away from the front frame of the washing machine. Move slowly and carefully so as not to damage any of the wiring.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the control panel assembly<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the control panel detached, it&#8217;s time to remove it and disconnect the underlying electronic components:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Locate the ribbon connector that joins the main control board and control panel interface. This wire harness should have a locking tab &#8211; press that, then gently unplug the ribbon connector.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The control panel wire harness is secured with several plastic retainer clips. One by one, gently pull these clips away to loosen the harness.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep pulling the harness so it passes through the front frame opening from which you removed the control panel. You may need to carefully twist or turn the wire bundle to fit it through.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replace the faulty start button<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now comes the actual start button replacement! With the control panel assembly on a steady surface, swapping out the button is fast and simple:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The knob stem must be taken off to access the underlying interface module. Insert a flat blade screwdriver on the edges of the knob and gently pry it loose. Set it aside.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The circular button interface is held to the control panel via eight locking tabs around its circumference. Slide a flat blade around it to unlock and press these tabs simultaneously. The interface should then come loose.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the back of the interface unit, rotate the start button 1\/4 turn clockwise to detach it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discard the faulty button.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press your new replacement start button into the slot and twist it counterclockwise to secure it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the fresh start button installed, simply line up the interface unit with the control panel holes and firmly press around the edges to re-lock the eight perimeter tabs in place.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reinstall control panel<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;re in the home stretch now! Just a few more steps to button things up:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide the flexible ribbon connector on the end of the wire harness through the opening in the top brace above the wash tub. Center it roughly from left to right.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping all wires clear of pinches or snags, carefully situate the control panel so the screw holes, tabs, and slots line up correctly. Then press firmly so the side locking tabs snap securely back into place.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug the ribbon connector on the end of the control panel wire harness back into its slot on the main logic board. Make sure the locking tab clicks to signify a solid connection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide the dispenser drawer and rails back into position above the control panel. You should hear a click when it&#8217;s fully engaged.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finish up<\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reinstall the single control panel screw on the left<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide on the top panel and screw it securely in place with three Torx T20 fasteners<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reconnect the washing machine to electrical power and turn on the water valves<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the start button to power on and listen for any unusual sounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Run a test cycle with no clothes to verify the proper function<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More information<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for stopping by! We hope this guide helped you replace the start button on your Whirlpool front load washer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you run into any issues, just give us a call at 1-877-477-7278 or start a chat with a pro on our website so we can help you through it. We\u2019ve got many more troubleshooting and repair guides on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/\"><b>our DIY blog<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and YouTube channel, and, of course, all the parts you need to do it yourself at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><b>.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to connect with 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>Twitter<\/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;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div   data-autoplay=''  data-interval='5'  data-animation='fade'  data-show_slide_delay='90'  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