How to Troubleshoot & Replace Whirlpool AP6016542 / WPW10185992 Dryer Timer Control

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Part Number: AP6016542 / WPW10185992

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Very Easy

15-30 minutes

Michael Van D Santa Clarita , CA March 28, 2023

Broken stem on timer.

Installed new timer. Problem solved.

Do-It-Yourself Rating:
Repair Time Estimate:: Less than 15 minutes
Tools:: Nut Drivers

Kenneth S Melbourne , FL February 04, 2023

Appliance: Model WHIRLPOOL # WED4915EW1

The dryer needed a timer

Replaced it.

Do-It-Yourself Rating:
Repair Time Estimate:: Less than 15 minutes
Tools:: Nut Drivers

Rhonda G Solon , IA September 09, 2022

Appliance: Model MAYTAG MEDC464HWO

The dryer would run, but did not heat.

We ordered a new timer.

Do-It-Yourself Rating:
Repair Time Estimate:: 30-60 minutes
Tools:: Pliers, Screwdrivers

Ahmed K Sandy Springs , GA September 29, 2021

Appliance: Whirlpool Electric Dryer WED5000DW2

Timer wasn’t working.

Take the bad one out and replace it with the good one.

Do-It-Yourself Rating:
Repair Time Estimate:: Less than 15 minutes
Tools:: Socket Set

Delia W Rialto , CA August 28, 2021

A real easy job.Take off the three screws on the top back plate. Remove the five plugs to the center control device. Remove the two screws holding it in place. Put new piece in. That easy. The outer noob comes apart so I could remove the broken piece.