The lid lock is pivotal in stopping the washer from running some cycles when the lid is open. Consequently, you should urgently address any Whirlpool Cabrio washer lid lock problems to ensure the lid lock is always locking.
Some common Whirlpool Cabrio washer lid lock issues include the lid not locking or unlocking, the lid lock clicking, flashing, or not working, or the washer staying stuck on the lid lock.
So, at least five issues are touching on the lid lock that you should be aware of and troubleshoot. Ideally, that’s going to be our focus.
But first, I’ll explain what a lid lock does to help you understand why it’s important to troubleshoot any related issue that may arise.
Here we go!
In a rush? Below is a quick guide to troubleshooting common Whirlpool Cabrio washer lid lock issues.
Quick Fixes to Common Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Lid Lock Issues
| – | Lid Lock Problem | Likely Cause | Quick Fix |
| 1. | Lid Won’t Lock | Lid obstruction, misaligned or damaged lid, broken lid hinge, faulty lid lock assembly, or defective control board | Clear obstruction on the lid, if any, and replace a misaligned/damaged lid, broken lid hinge, faulty lid lock assembly, or defective control board. |
| 2. | Lid Won’t Unlock | Static charges, faulty lid lock assembly, damaged door strike, defective actuator motor, or drain pump fault | Reset the washer; if it doesn’t work, replace a defective/damaged lid switch assembly, door strike, actuator, motor, or drain pump. |
| 3. | Lid Lock Keeps Clicking | Static charges, an out-of-position lid lock or damaged lid lock assembly, door latch strike, or control board | Reset the washer and single the washer lid into position. If the lid lock assembly, door latch, strike, or control board is defective, replace it. |
| 4. | Lid Lock Flashing | The wrong setting, unlatched lid, water filling or drainage issue, off-position lid lock, or faulty lid switch | Check the setting to ensure the lid is latched, the washer is filling up and draining correctly, and the lid lock is out of position, and replace a faulty lid switch. |
| 5. | Lid Lock Not Working | Obstructed, misaligned, or broken strike, or faulty lid switch or electronic control board | Unobstruct the lid strike and replace it if it’s misaligned or broken. Replace a faulty lid switch or electronic control board. |
| 6. | Washer Stuck On Lid Lock | A faulty lid switch, lid strike, actuator motor, or drain pump | Replace a defective lid switch, lid strike, actuator motor, or drain pump |
What Does the Lid Lock Do On a Washer?
The lid lock prevents a washer from running some wash cycles once the lid is open. So, it’s essentially a safety feature that stops kids from running the washer, reaching their hands into it, and harming themselves.
Some of the cycles that the lid lock may interfere with once it’s engaged are the Spin Cycle, Hot Cycle, and Load Cycle. The Hot Cycle, for example, could cause scalding if someone gets their hands on the drum while the cycle is running, whereas the Spin Cycle could inflict pain and injuries on your hand.
In that case, a Whirlpool Cabrio washer lid lock bypass is not advisable as you need the lid lock for your safety, and that’s why you should fix it as soon as there’s an issue.
Common Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Lid Lock Problems and Their Troubleshooting
Below are six problems prevalent in the Whirlpool Cabrio washer lid lock that you can troubleshoot:
1. Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Lid Won’t Lock (Error Code LDL, DLO, or DL)
The lid should lock when you engage the lid lock. If that doesn’t happen, your Cabrio washer may fail to start or develop other issues. You can tell the lid won’t lock if you see the error code LDL, DLO, or DL.
Here are the most likely reasons your Whirlpool Cabrio washer lid won’t lock:
- Lid obstruction – Dirt, debris, or something else could impede the lid from shutting. So, you’ve to inspect it, especially around the lid strike.
- Misaligned or damaged lid – It could be that the washer lid is disfigured, misaligned, or just damaged in some other way. And if so, it won’t engage.
- Broken lid hinge – The lid lock will also fail to engage and lock the lid if the lid hinge is damaged. You can thus examine it for breakages.
- Faulty lid lock assembly – If something is wrong with the lid switch assembly, the lid switch will fail to activate the lid lock, stopping the washer’s lid from latching.
- Defective control board – Lastly, the lid won’t lock if the main control board fails. That’s because the main control board controls all core washer functions, including the lid lock.
Fix
Inspect the lid, especially the lid strike, for obstruction and clean the area. If the lid is misaligned or appears damaged, replace it. Also, replace a broken lid hinge. Then, test the lid switch for continuity and replace the lid lock assembly (View on Amazon) if it fails to show any. If none of the above fixes work, replace the main control board.
2. Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Lid Won’t Unlock (Error Code DN, LDU, or F83)
Sometimes, a Whirlpool Cabrio would lock but won’t unlock. That points to an issue, and you can tell it from the error code DN, LDU, or F83.
Overall, the lid won’t unlock due to any of these issues:
- Static charges – All electric appliances occasionally suffer static charges (where they freeze). When they do, the lid won’t unlock if it is already locked, but the issue is usually fixable with a power reset.
- Faulty lid lock assembly – A defective lid lock assembly or lid switch won’t just stop the lid from latching and unlatching. So, you ought to inspect it here too.
- Damaged door strike – The door strike (or lid strike) activates the lid switch, which engages the lid lock. So, if the door strike fails (perhaps damaged), the lid switch won’t trigger the door lock to unlock.
- Defective actuator motor – If there’s an issue with the actuator motor, the washer won’t move cycle; the lid may fail to unlock even if the washer spins.
- Drain pump fault – If the drain pump doesn’t pump out wastewater, the washer sensors may read that as a fault, and in response, the sensors may stop the lid from unlocking.
Fix
First, reset the washer, and here’s how to perform a quick Whirlpool Cabrio washer lid lock reset:
- Disconnect (plug out) the washer from the power outlet
- Wait for at least 5 minutes before reconnecting (plugging it back)
- Select a new wash cycle and run it
If the reset doesn’t work, which rules out static charges, test the lid lock switch with a multimeter and replace it if it lacks continuity. Inspect the door strike for damage and replace it if the actuator motor won’t run, replace it too, and do the same for a non-operational drain pump.
3. Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Lid Lock Keeps Clicking
Your Cabrio washer’s lid lock won’t click unless something is wrong. If it does that and doesn’t start, it’s most likely due to one of these issues:
- Static charges – Electrostatic charges won’t just stop the lid from unlocking. But to show that the lid lock is struggling, it may keep clicking.
- Out-of-position lid lock – If the lid lock is out of position, perhaps due to forcefully slamming the lid, the lid lock may keep clicking.
- Damaged lid lock assembly, door latch, strike, or control board – Lastly, you can expect the lid lock not to stop clicking if the lid lock assembly, door latch, lid strike, or control board fails.
Fix
Reset the washer as shared earlier to address any possible static charges issue. While at it, jiggle the washer’s lid slightly to slide it into position. If that doesn’t work, test the lid switch with a multimeter and replace the entire lid switch assembly if the switch lacks continuity.
Replace the door latch or strike if damaged, but replace the main control board if none of the issues apply.
4. Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Lid Lock Flashing
A Whirlpool Cabrio washer will flash the lid lock when something is amiss. That is essentially an error code which could be as a result of any of these issues:
- Wrong setting – If you opt for the wrong setting, such as the control lock, the lid lock will continuously flash.
- Unlatched lid – A Whirlpool Cabrio washer will also flash the lid lock if the lid is not firmly latched.
- Water-filling problem – If anything stops the washer from filling up with water, the lid lock will flash. It could be that the water supply is off, the inlet hose is obstructed, or another reason.
- Drainage fault – Your Cabrio washer will signal you when there’s an issue with the drainage. One signal is the lid lock flashing, which means you should check the drainage.
- Off-position lid lock – Expect the lid lock to blink if it’s out of position, most likely due to poorly slamming the door.
- Faulty lid switch – Lastly, the lid lock will flash repeatedly if the lid switch is defective.
Fix
Cancel the control lock or any other wrong settings and pick the correct wash setting. Check the lid for any obstruction if it won’t latch properly and clear it (the obstacle).
Ensure your washer is getting water and draining properly. If the lid lock is out of position, tweak it slightly to force it into place. The last option is to replace the lid switch, especially if it won’t pass the continuity test.
5. Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Lid Lock Not Working
If the washer’s lid lock doesn’t engage, the lid lock won’t lock or unlock, which points to a serious problem. It could be any of the following:
- Obstructed, misaligned, or broken strike – If the lid strike is dirt-obstructed, misaligned, or broken, it’ll stop the lid lock from engaging.
- Faulty lid switch – Expect the lid lock to become unresponsive if the lid switch fails. The switch enables it to engage.
- Faulty electronic control board – Being the washer’s brain and controlling must components, including the lid, the lid lock will fail if the control board fails.
Fix
Clear any obstruction from the door strike and replace it if it’s disfigured. Test the lid switch with a multimeter and replace it if it’s lacking continuity. Replace the electronic control board as a last resort.
6. Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Stuck On Lid Lock
A Whirlpool Cabrio washer will only stay on the lid lock when something is wrong, and it often points to a defective:
- Lid switch
- Lid/door strike
- Actuator motor
- Drain pump
Fix
Test the lid switch with a multimeter to see if it has continuity, and replace it if it doesn’t. Replace the door strike, actuator motor, or drain pump if any damage appears.
Concluding Thought
Now you know the six common Whirlpool Cabrio washer lid lock problems and their likely causes. We are talking about the lid not locking or unlocking, the lid lock clicking or flashing, the lid lock being unresponsive, and the washer staying on the lid lock.
Those are issues to fix DIY, and the above guide will be helpful.
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