GE Laundry Center Washer Lid Lock Assembly WW03F00016 — Fixes Washer Won't Start or Spin

🇺🇸 Matching U.S. Part Number: WW03F00016

GE laundry centre washer won't start, won't spin, or clicking repeatedly? In select GE and Mabe laundry centres, a defective lid-lock assembly may contribute to a washer that will not start, will not spin, stops during a cycle, repeatedly clicks or displays a lid-lock-related fault. ⚡ A failed lid lock is one possible cause — inspect the lid strike, wiring, connector and applicable control circuits before replacing the lock. Part WW03F00016 is the genuine GE/Mabe lid-lock assembly that detects lid closure and locks the lid during applicable cycle portions on compatible models. It replaces discontinued GE service numbers WG04F02366 and WH44X10288.

❓ Is This the Right Part?

This is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:

• ✔ Washer powers on and the control panel responds normally
• ✔ Lid strike is intact, properly aligned and not cracked or bent
• ✔ Wiring harness and connector at the lid lock are undamaged and fully seated
• ✔ Control board and motor have been checked and ruled out
• ✔ ONLY problem is washer will not start, will not spin, stops mid-cycle, or displays a lid-lock-related fault

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🔧 Common Symptoms

• Washer will not start — lid lock error or fault code displayed
• Washer stops mid-cycle and will not resume
• Washer fills with water but will not advance to agitation or spin
• Lid lock clicking repeatedly without engaging
• Lid lock indicator light flashing continuously
• Washer starts briefly then immediately shuts off

✔ If these symptoms match, inspect the lid strike, wiring and connector before replacing the lock assembly.

✔ May restore washer operation when diagnosis confirms that the original lid lock is defective.

📦 Part Details

• Part Number: WW03F00016
• Condition: Genuine OEM — New
• Manufacturer: GE Appliances / Mabe
• Type: Top-load washer lid-lock and safety-interlock assembly — detects lid closure and locks the lid during applicable portions of the wash and spin cycles
• Replaces: WG04F02366, WH44X10288
• Brands: GE Appliances, Mabe
• Installation note: Confirm the complete laundry-centre model before ordering. Cabinet access varies by model. Disconnect electrical power before servicing.

⚙️ Installation

Skill Level: Moderate. Disconnect electrical power before beginning. Access varies by laundry-centre model — most require releasing the top panel clips or removing the cabinet front. Disconnect the wiring harness from the old lid lock, remove the mounting hardware, and install the new assembly. Reconnect the harness, reassemble the cabinet, restore power and run a test cycle to confirm the repair.

✓ Verified Compatible Models

GTUP240GM1WW, GTUP240GM6WW, GTUP270GM0WW, GTUP270GM5WW, GUD24GSSJ0WW, GUD27GSSJ0WW

Additional Supported Models

GTUN275EM0WW, GTUN275EM1WW, GTUN275EM2WW, GTUN275GM0WW, GTUN275GM1WW, GTUN275GM2WW, GTUP240EM0WW, GTUP240EM1WW, GTUP240EM2WW, GTUP240EM3WW, GTUP240EM4WW, GTUP240EM5WW, GTUP240EM6WW, GTUP240GM0WW, GTUP240GM1WW, GTUP240GM2WW

Part-Number Cross-Reference

• Current number: WW03F00016
• Verified superseded numbers: WG04F02366, WH44X10288
• Supersession chain: WG04F02366 / WH44X10288 → WW03F00016
• Canadian part number: WW03F00016
• Brand / OEM: GE Appliances / Mabe

Note: WH12M294 appears in older model catalogues as a lid-lock number but a confirmed directional supersession to WW03F00016 was not established — retained as a reference tag only. 228C2426P001 is the Mabe production or engineering number associated with WW03F00016 — not a retail service number.

💡 Pro Tip

✓ Model-Specific Repair Pages