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Customer Questions and Answers for Washer Lid Switch by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18038235
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8318084

Washer won't start, agitate, or spin? A faulty lid switch is the likely cause. This safety switch is easy to replace in under 5 minutes with basic tools.

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For Whirlpool Washer Lid Switch (Part Number: OEM18038235)

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Eric, If you could get the wires out of the connector with the terminals on it you could just replace the connector WP2172937. If unable to do this then yes you would need the harness 3957014

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Emilia, Yes, it could be the lid switch WP8318084 at fault. The lid switch has to produce a "closed" circuit to the timer in order to reverse the motor direction and drain and spin the basket. The lid switch is a good place to start.

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Hello LaKesha, This can be caused by a defective lid latch mechanism W10404050 or a defective circuit in the machine control W10393490. The lid latch is the first suspect.

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Terri, This issue sounds like it would be caused by a sticking contact in the timer. After the agitation the unit would go into the drain, if the contact is stuck it will send power to both sides of the winding of the motor and will cause the motor to buzz and click off. By moving the timer it would allow the contact to free up and operate but sounds like a new timer is needed. The part number for the timer is WP8577356.

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Cari, The more common indicators of a faulty lid switch WP8318084 on your style washer is, the machine will fill and wash, but won't drain and spin. In your case you also want to check and make sure the lid hinge on the left side, is not loose, or the plastic sleeve is not worn out or damaged. The left side hinge activates the lid switch lever, if it's loose or out of alignment it may not activate the switch properly.

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