Whirlpool Top Load Washer Lid Switch Assembly WP8318084, Replaces 8318084

Washer lid switch assembly that detects whether the lid is open or closed and prevents the washer from spinning and agitating while the lid is open.

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Common Symptoms

• Washer will not start
• Washer will not agitate
• Washer stops during the cycle
• Timer does not advance
• Washer will not drain
• Washer may require repeated lid movement to start

Check Before Replacing

• Disconnect electrical power before inspecting the part or wiring.
• Confirm the washer lid closes fully and that the lid strike or actuator properly engages the switch lever.
• With power disconnected, inspect the lid-switch wiring harness and connector for looseness, damage, or corrosion.
• If the washer’s service information specifies a continuity test, test the switch only with the appliance de-energized and compare the result with the model-specific specification.
• Do not bypass or defeat the lid-safety switch.

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Part Details

Key Features

• Whirlpool genuine OEM lid switch assembly
• For top-load washers
• Detects lid position
• Prevents spinning and agitation while the lid is open
• Includes a green grounding wire
• Listed as a direct-drive washer lid switch assembly

Installation Notes

• Disconnect power before installation.
• Installation requires access to the lid-switch wiring and mounting area; the exact access procedure varies by washer model.
• Disconnect the wiring harness before removing the old switch.
• Transfer and secure the grounding connection as specified for the washer model.
• After installation, reassemble all panels and verify that the lid closes and engages the switch normally before operating the washer.

Verified Compatible Models

2DLSQ7533JQ3, 2DLSQ8000JQ3, 2DLXR7244MQ1, 3RGSC9455JQ3, 3RLBR8543JQ2, 3RLSQ8000JQ3, 3SLSR6233MQ0, 3XGSC9455JQ3, 3XLBR5432JQ2, 3XLBR8543JQ2, 3XLSQ7533JQ2, 6ALBR6245MW0, 6ALSC8255MW0, 6ALSQ8000MW0, 6ALSR7244MW0, 7MBP11973MQ1, 7MBPL9764MQ1, 7MLBR4121PQ0, 7MLBR5102MQ1, 7MLBR6103MT1, 7MLBR6103MT2, 7MLBR6103PQ0, 7MLBR6103PT0, 7MLBR7333MT1, 7MLBR7333MT2, 7MLBR7333PT0, 7MLBR8444MQ1, 7MLBR8444MQ2, 7MLBR8444MT1, 7MLBR8444MT2, 7MLBR8444PQ0, 7MLBR8444PT0, 7MLSC9545JQ6, 7MLSC9900PW0, 7MLSD8900PW0, 7MLSE7534PT0, 7MLSF7600PQ0, 7MLSF7600PT0, 7MLSQ8000JQ6, 7MLSQ8543JQ6, 7MLSQ8543JT6, 7MLSQ8545PQ0, 7MLSQ8545PT0, 7MLSQ8545PW0, 7MLSQ9549PQ0, 7MLSR5132JQ5, 7MLSR6232JQ5, 7MLSR6232JT5, 7MLSR6332KQ3, 7MLSR7103MQ1

Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.