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Customer Questions and Answers for Door Latch Assembly by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18035658
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8183270

The Door Latch Assembly is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. This assembly secures the washer door during operation, ensuring it remains closed and the washer operates safely. It also signals the washer to begin the wash cycle when the door is properly latched.

Over time, door latch assemblies can wear out or become damaged due to frequent use, exposure to moisture, or accidental impacts. A faulty latch may prevent the washer from starting or cause it to stop mid-cycle.

Symptoms of a bad door latch assembly include:

  • The washer not starting or responding
  • The door not locking or unlocking properly
  • Error codes related to door latch issues
  • The washer stopping mid-cycle

This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.

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For Whirlpool Door Latch Assembly (Part Number: OEM18035658)

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John, it would be recommended that the door is inspected to ensure it is able to shut fully in place so that the lock strike can go into the lock properly. If this checks good, the next step would be to inspect the wiring to ensure a wire is not pinched, broken, or loose at a connection. The most likely failure after this would be the lock assembly WP8183270 while the least likely would be the main control WPW10271604.

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Steve, The door lock assembly would be the most likely cause for this issue. You can test the door lock assembly using the tech sheet inside the unit by going to the door lock test on page 16.

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Steve for Model Number MHWE950WW02

Machine will not turn on... no lights or indicators at all. Power source has been checked and is fine. My question is, if the door latch is faulty will it prevent the machine from powering on? I know how to test the latch if I remove it but if it does not interrupt the power if its faulty then I would assume i should be checking the main control panel. Its a stackable unit so it is easier to access the door latch and check before removing the dryer to take the top panel off. Thanks.

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Steve, The door latch assembly will have no effect on the display working. This would either be a control panel or a main control board.

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Kevin, the error F70 is going to indicate a communication issue from the main control WP8183258 to the user interface W10319816. You will want to check the wiring to ensure that the wires are securely in place. If they are, then if the drum does not rotate when engaged then the main control has failed.

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Hello Donnie. If you look on page 16 of the book, you will see where the testing information is for the lock assembly. You will use a meter and perform these test and if the lock is good, then check the harness and board. Thank you.

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Hello Debra, please recheck the error code you've supplied as it does not appear to be valid for this dryer. You can give us a call at 877-477-7278 for further assistance with this unit. Thanks!

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Hello Josh, You should put the unit into the diagnostic mode and pull the fault codes. If no fault codes are present, replace the control board W10445518.

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Hello Rod. If you pull the unlock tab on the bottom of the latch assembly, you should be able to release it. If not, then you will need to replace it.

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