How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP6012742 / WP8318084 Lid Switch

I called customer service to ask if there was a video that showed how to install a new lid switch, and promptly received a response, with a link to the video that showed how to open the top of the washing machine to gain access to the lid switch. I followed along with the video and replaced the broken switch with the new one which I received the day after ordering it. It took about 20 minutes, max, and was so simple to accomplish. 

I went to AppliancePartsPros.com, entered my brand and model. It took me to a troubleshooting page with the the parts to fix a particular problem. A $22 door switch saved me from spending a lot more on a repairman or new washer. Awesome service you provide!! THANK YOU! 

We replaced the lid hinges with new bushings as this is a very old machine and they were worn out affecting the position of the hinges and thereby affecting the lid switch. Also replaced the lid switch, which was a breeze with the help of the video. Thanks to the Covid 19, I was bored and fixed the problem because I had to stay home and do stuff that I was putting off. 

Installed a new one 

Replaced the lid switch first, but the timer was making an abnormal noise ( loud clicking sort of ). So I then changed the timer too. The repair was easy and in less than an hour those parts were replaced. The problem I had that took a long time to resolve was the knob on the timer.One of the tabs broke on the new timer when I tried to put the knob on....I ended up drilling a hole in it,installing a 3" #6 machine screw and a miniature nut that fit in the back that still allowed it ( the knob ) to be pulled out to start the cycles and be pushed in to select the cycle....I wish all knobs had a mechanical fastener to hold them in place...spent about 3 1/2 hours trying to figure out how and what would work to hold the knob in place....a few cuss words did no good...Jeff 

I replace the timer and the Lid switch. The old switch worked but taken a good look at some of the plastic where the contacts are held in place where melted. 

Parts arrived in just a few days. Watched a video on how to get access to the inside of the control panel on the washer and replace the know. Lid switch was also accessible so replaced it at the same time. Star to finish about 15 minutes plus about 5 minutes to watch the video. 

Replaced the lid switch. 

The washer needed a new lid switch. When the lid switch is broken, the washer acts as if the lid is open, so it fills with water, but does not advance to the next cycle. It is a very simple fix, even for someone like me, who has minimal experience fixing appliances. The lid switch is easy to get to, and only requires a Philips screwdriver and a 5/16 socket wrench. The video on this website shows exactly how to do it. 

Drilled out the hole holding the lid screw and replaced with a machine screw and nut. replaced the lid switch and installed the 2 new end caps.