How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP6006429 / WP22004189 Timer (Washer Cycle Control)

I found Appliance Parts Pro on line and watched their video on how to replace the timer control which advances the washer through the cycles. I ordered and received the part in a very prompt time frame. The install went very smoothly. Had more trouble removing and reinstalling a bi-fold door that needed to be removed to work on the machine. Would turn to Appliance Parts Pro again for the savings you realize by doing repairs yourself. 

Replaced the timer. My husband followed the video directions right on the page that had the timer available for purchase! 

Took a chance, thinking it must be in the timer as all other cycles worked. Reviewed the fix it video (excellent), searched for the part, found Appliance Parts Pro was the best deal in price. Quick delivery and once the part came (2days) slipped it right in from help of video. Excellent Service - Part - and money savings. My Wife thinks I am the man! 

I ordered a new timer and it took 10 minutes or less to replace. 

Replaced the timer on the washing machine 

Replaced the Timer with the invaluable and superb support from APP's site. 

The timer wouldn't continue to the next cycle, I guess because it got shorted out during a thunderstorm. I replaced the old timer and everything was back to normal. 

Motivation: a $322.00 repairman estimate! Question: do I pay the repair guy, buy a new washer, or attempt something that I've never done before. Decision: Do it myself! Tools used: a screw driver, needle nosed pliers, and a star tipped screw driver (if that's what it's called. I just happened to have one.) The repair itself was easy. Finding a "how to" video showing the repair for my particular washer/timer was futile. However, the video here gave me a general idea of what to do. I just improvised from there. I'd like to thank AppliancePartsPros for their help and parts availability. 

Replaced timer. 

Replaced timer. Actually my brother who is in a wheelchair did the actual work at replacing the part. It took a little longer for the project because of that issue and the fact that the video was not exactly fitting to our model of washer, although very helpful.