Fixing a Broken Kenmore / Whirlpool Lid Switch for Free

[@newsfixstation]

Bill, you are a lifesaver. I am a woman and I did it myself with your help! Thanks for saving me parts and labor. God Bless!

[@FatherTyme01]

Bill Newberry, this was an eye opener. Simply awesome. I was about to not only not buy a new piece, but was about to just chuck the ENTIRE washer to the dumpster. Not only did you also save me from buying a new piece but also a whole new washer costing me hundreds. You sir, are a gentleman and a scholar...

[@wendyhunter5913]

Thanks so much for posting this, Bill. I was able to fix my old switch with a zip tie as you described. I appreciate your taking the time to help folks everywhere to do simple repairs around the house.

[@andre3000111]

❤

[@driveredyee]

I searched how to repair washer lid switch and came across your video. Your fix was RIGHT ON! I didn't have a plastic tie wrap, so I used plastic electrical tape and wound it around a few times. It may not hold forever, but at least it works for now. My wife will be disappointed that she's not getting a new washer any more!

[@ConnectWithGreg]

Great quick, informative, money-saving video. My mom's switch just broke today, so I'm researching this now to try a fix for her tomorrow. I think your video will help me get her back up and running more quickly with no out-of-pocket expense. Thank you. :)

[@SamArgiro]

Replaced hot water heater last week, and while taking apart our lcd tv to see if I could fix that I heard a shriek from our laundry room from my wife. I suspected this switch, took it out and followed this video. WORKED LIKE A CHARM! Thank you so much brother. Washing machine and sanity two for one.

[@DutchDave63]

Thanks. That did the trick for my Kenmore 70 series. Easy fix. KZbin has helped me fix this, the pressure switch, and the motor coupler over the past few years. You should set up a PayPal link for donations for your advice. I'd toss you some cash to save me time and money.

[@marguerite340]

WOW! This fixed my washer problem. It wouldn't spin and I had water in it for weeks. Bugging family and friends to wash clothes at their houses.Came on KZbin to find what could be the problem. Most said replace the washer lid switch. I knew replacing this would take me a lot of time and since I have an older washer I was afraid finding a new switch would be hard to do. I don't know why I didn't see your video before this, but I literally just did this method in 5 minutes at no cost (I had zip ties on hand already). I cannot thank you enough-I have never been happier to be able to do laundry!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!

[@MaxwellDworkin]

Brilliant. You saved me tonight! Wife had all her work scrubs in laundry when it went down. Almost had a nice Sunday night blown. Instead, heroic performance! 15min fix! Thank you!!

[@BillNewberry]

+Maxwell Dworkin Awesome! I bet you didn't even miss any football either!

[@sheriweisser2709]

+Maxwell Dworkin HA! My wife was washing her work scrubs when ours went out as well!!! Bill Newberry - Thank you for posting this. I'm searching my garage for a zip tie now!

[@meand51]

I Big Shout Out to You.... I am a single mother and on a very fixed income... finding this video last night saved me a lot of money. I appreciate it so much.... was quoted it would cost from $100-150 to fix which included the part. You are a blessing! Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!!

[@michaelalexander5254]

You just saved me a $25 part replacement order! Thank you so much, this is a genius repair.

[@robinritchie]

We were ready to send our 15-year-old Whirlpool washer to the landfill, when I came across this video. Amazing that a $500 apppliance can depend on a 10-cent switch. Thanks to you, Bill, we saved money and avoided creating unnecessary waste. Awesome!

[@kevinadams3337]

BILL!!!, YOU DA MAN!!!!!!! Thanks much! I have now fixed a dryer and a washer, two things i never thought i'd wind up doing myself. Thanks again!

[@rachelmadcow7595]

Thank you Bill! Great tip - you saved me $36. On my Kenmore Series 90 the lid switch also has a small metal plate that curves around the switch held on by a press fit pin - it was only necessary to pry that up gently and then I could wrap the zip tie around the switch. Also I used 2 small zip ties zipped together in order to allow that metal plate to fit back on without interference from the larger zip tie.

[@NYNick49]

I left the plate off. Zip tie is too wide, and interferes. In case of a problem I will sub out the zip tie for two thin ones. Good info....thanks!

[@dainiusberzanskis]

Sunday morning washing clothes getting ready to hang because it's sunny out. Washer won't rinse and spin. Watched this video, found a tie wrap, unscrewed the switch pulled it out without taking washer apart. Tightened the tie wrap as instructed, reinstalled the switch, slammed the lid and away we go. One twist I plan to spray the switch with contact cleaner kinda dirty contacts. Big Thanks!!!!

[@BillNewberry]

+Dainius Berzanskis Awesome! Way to go!

[@dennisshatto1955]

Your fix didn't work for me as my switch is made differently, not glued. I used electrical spray and it worked.

[@pattydiaz144]

I forgot to share the fact that I was online looking to buy a NEW machine, thinking that mine had seen better days. Decided to look up the problem, it directed me to KZbin..and there you were!! Thanks again

[@jacknguyen6139]

Thx for the easy fix. Its 330am and I was about to destroy my laundry room. but thx to you, I still have a laundry room and washing machine

[@digikiwam]

Man, YOU ROCK. This saved me from a week of trips to the laundromat. Price of a zip tie - 5 cents. Save my sanity and gas - priceless. Wish we could donate to you. Keep the tips coming.

[@dougrobblee]

thank you, thank you, thank you - mine is a Kenmore 80 series washer and it stopped, mid wash, on a Sunday, and . . . . because of you, the rest is a delightful history - thanks again Bill

[@garyblackshare945]

I was prepared to buy a new switch and was dreading the install because all the instructions told me I had to remove my whole cabinet. I took the switch off, put a cable tie on the switch and the damned thing worked perfectly ! You save me many hours of labor and the cost of a new switch ! Many thanks ! All of us novice repairmen need more tips like this ! Thank you so much !! Gary Blackshare

[@ianfinlayson7853]

You just saved the day, I will now have clean underwear for the weekend. ***Note it can be done without taking the washer apart. I did it with laundry in.

[@ginasalzarulo8025]

Bill, your video just saved me from buying a new washer! I ordered a new lid switch from a local appliance store (they got me for $38!) I attempted to replace it myself, but had a hell of a time trying to remove the grounding wire from my old lid switch (stupid rusty screw). I was about to give up on it, & came across your video. Grabbed a zip tie, & fixed it in less than 5 minutes! I wish I saw your video before I went & wasted my money on buying a part I didn’t even use. I can’t even return it, because I removed it from the plastic bag it came in. Thank you so much for your very useful DIY videos!

[@pattydiaz144]

WooHoo...just fixed my washer!! Yippie yahooey!! You just saved me some big bucks!! Thank You sooo much!!

[@JFKBusDriver]

Bill, After the washer filled the timer stopped. I thought it was the timer as it always made a buzzing sound for the past 9 years. After watching your video, I checked the lid switch and sure enough the switch came apart just like in your video.I applied your zip tie fix and reinstalled. Everything works as it did before.Thankfully, there was enough wire slack to allow the switch to be pulled into view after I removed the 2 screws.The entire fix took 5 minutes. Bill, you're the BEST! Thanks!

[@irishcoffeytwo]

Thanks, Bill! This not only worked but it was kinda fun to do. Almost made me feel like I was mechanically inclined.

[@BillNewberry]

Nice Job! Thanks for the great comment and thanks for watching

[@ChelseyButtrey]

Thank you so much! I had a full load of laundry in the wash completely soaked. I came back to see if it was done and the button quite working. My hubs was at work so I had to figure it out myself so I could get my laundry done! I couldn't pull the piece all the way out, so i was blindly putting on the zip tie. It works now. Thank you!

[@mtaur100]

Man! You're as smart as a mad scientist! Thanks for the tip!

[@garykaufert7890]

This worked exactly as you described. I used this trick to help save an 81 year old lady that lives nearby $150. She doesn't really know what the internet is much less KZbin but she now knows of you and your generosity. We both thank you very much.

[@royalmessengerfairytalepar3465]

Best video ever it worked like a charm! Thank you so much it saved us a lot of money!

[@BillNewberry]

Royal Messenger Fairytale Party Awesome!

[@nineteenfrankie]

Hi Bill, My washer had stopped working and I saw this video and checked and realized that the lid switch was not clicking and I used a zip tie just as your AWESOME video tip instructed and VOÌLA!!! It worked!! Thank you, Bill!!

[@yellowroseangel]

Wish you would show how to get to switch!

[@JohnJones-oy3md]

8.5 years later in 2021 and this worked a treat. I used what I had in the house, some 3mm Kapton tape and wrapped it around the housing just behind the hinge point. Several layers, pulling tightly as I wrapped it. Could also probably use electrical tape - just be sure to add enough layers to keep it from creeping apart again. Thanks for the tip! edit - Just read that Bill died in 2016. Truly sad, but kind of nice knowing he's still helping people long after his passing.

[@2maywjeat]

....dude just saved my marriage.

[@simpleman3256]

Hahahaha, me too bro!

[@lukegross4271]

fo sho

[@timsnyder316]

Lol I'm hero of the day today!!

[@shubethune5748]

after or before ?

[@kungfuhusler]

😂😂😂😭😭☠️☠️

[@tashaperry7585]

Thanks a million!!! I am house sitting while my parents are on vacation for two weeks and the washer stopped working the day after they left. It would not drain, rinse or spin. I figured out what was the problem online. I couldn't afford to buy a new lid switch, but I also couldn't just leave the load of laundry sitting in the washer for two weeks. I didn't know what I was going to do until I saw your video on how to fix it for free. I'm so happy that I was able to do it myself, with your help!

[@Dryhumpington]

Just had similar problem with mine. Instead I just opened up the console unhooked the harness that leads to the lid switch and jumped the wires with automotive wire, closed the console back up and it works again. Although this could be a dangerous solution if you live with children, morons, or pet monkeys since the machine will not stop the drain/spin cycle when the lid is opened.

[@greggosse4506]

Thank you Bill. Worked exactly as you described. Shared the video with my wife to show I did not mess with anything electric. Thank you for helping.

[@alliowens2023]

just use wire nut and tie two wires togother throw the switch away

[@iamthepapi6622]

I have a Maytag washer with two yellow two white one black and one blue wire. How do I bypass this damn thing?

[@eatridesleep1]

Thank you SO very much!! I had a load of heavy laundry in when it wouldn't spin/drain. My lid switch is already rigged - screw brackets broke, I clamp the paddle with locking pliers that all rest between lid and top edge - so I thought it just went. Testing it I could hear the click but saw a spark. Which is sometimes good and sometimes not! Saw your video, noticed it was gaping on one side plus sticky - maybe the glue - grabbed zip tie, and it totally worked! So awesome of you to share this!!

[@keithwilson6060]

Okay, but you didn't tell us HOW to get to the switch. That's my only problem.

[@K3KCT]

"you didn't tell us"... He assumes, quite naturally, that you've done the necessary homework up to that point, and if you haven't, then maybe you should just hire someone to come in and clean your arse for you, you big, ungrateful mummy's boy. Excellent fix - now that's what I call a helpful You Tube video!

[@K3KCT]

Lol. And Merry Christmas to you, too..

[@cadelusk5121]

Aragorn Stellar you pull back the top by unscrewing the two screws that screw into the base amd pushing the panel housing back. there should be two copper clips that you are going to press down to remove. the front Chasse comes off and then you can get to your switch.

[@darcybrandt893]

K3CT

[@darcybrandt893]

Aragorn Stellar

[@danseals5326]

Thanks Bill,, you just saved me a TON,,, with a 15+ year old Kenmore,, I thought I just prob need to get a new washer. With this video, I played with the switch while washer was on. Sure enough, it went into regular drain and spin mode. I took the housing off, loosen the switch and sure enough, just like in your video here, mine had came apart too. I took the zip tie, put around it, screwed it back in, washer back together and now, working like new. I was about to either order a $40 new lid switch, which would have repaired it, but I would had to wait on the part,, etc... Now, I'm back in business....... Yes, the internet CAN be bad, but in these cases, people sharing tips and all, saves others money. thanks again, Dan

[@richardmcdowall6083]

Thought I was going to have to order and wait for a new lid switch but watched your video and used a zip tie on my broken lid switch and guess what.... Has worked like a charm...your a gem... Thank you!!

[@donniemiller7984]

You are THE MAN!!! Zip tied my switch and was continuing my wash in under 5 minutes. Thanks for sharing such a money and time saving tip.

[@wendyranby985]

Hi Bill. My husband fixed our washer after watching your video. Early in the day he phoned 2 local service guys and they wanted $250 to replace the lid switch, a lot of money on a 10+ year old Kenmore washer that up until now worked great. The repair took 1/2 hour and we are now up and running again. Thanks again!

[@BillNewberry]

Awesome! Glad I could help. Thanks for Watching!

[@johnmuldoon2113]

Bill - Thank you so much for the informative and helpful video. Just as you stated, the lid switch on my washer separated, causing the washer to not properly run through its cycles. Following your instructions, I used a zip tie to reconnect the two halves.....and it began to click when depressed again. I re-installed it, put the cover back on the washer, and resumed the load of wash that was already underway when the failure occurred. The whole process took less than 20 minutes. I just returned from a two-week business trip, and coming home to washer that wasn't working properly was not how I had planned to spend my weekend. Thanks to your awesome tip, I will be enjoying my weekend, and will have clean clothes when I leave for my next trip on Monday.

[@BillNewberry]

John Muldoon Awesome! Nice Job on your Repair!

[@charlottepetroski3803]

I need a "Love" button! Your fix worked on my washer... it is now happily spinning away and I won't have to spend my day off trying to track down a replacement switch! Thank you!!

[@quepasamichael]

Oh man you saved the day! I lost my job 10 months ago and was dreadding the cost of a washer repair bill or worse having to purchase a new washer. The zip tie trick worked perfectly. Many thanks Mr Newberry!

[@mikenwuf5753]

HI Bill, You indeed are da man! Just fixed my switch using your advice, took 10 minutes and didn't even have to remove the switch completely, everything works great, thanks so much for the advice.

[@katundramaddox9255]

WOW! OMG! What a money saver! You are awesome! I paid $2.00 for some zip ties versus $200.00 for a repairman to come out to service my machine. Thanks so much!

[@davidmoquin4276]

You saved my life. I have a twenty year old whirlpool washer. I tested the lid switch it was broken using your idea of a wire tie worked perfect thank you.

[@uah3080]

I had the problem last night with a washer full of dirty jeans. Went to Google and found you after a bit. Took out two screws pulled out the switch and attached a tie per your video. It worked instantly. Great job great video!! We are in a new age of people not having to be ripped off by service calls for these built in failure modes.

[@amandagrogan2616]

You are amazing! My husbands laundry is in the washer when it stopped tonight. After troubleshooting, I found your video "installed" zip clip and voila! Wife of the year! Thanks!!

[@annemclean749]

Thank you so, so much. Removed two screws, slid switch out from the top edge of the tub, zip tied it together, screwed everything back in place and SPIN!!!! So quick and easy, took longer to find a zip tie than to do the repair.

[@CJR915]

hoping to try this tomorrow after unplugging the machine. Water still in my machine. fingers crossed!!

[@sgpapa]

THANK YOU!!!! this was exactly what i needed. i had to watch a few other you tubes to see how to access the switch, but the housing was split apart, just as you said. Also, my switch had an awkward metal part in the way, but I used two zip ties and my machine is running! no repair costs. THANKmYOU!!!

[@loverofmuttsmum1937]

Hi Bill. THANKS SO MUCH for this video! I'm a single mom with very low income. Have no $ whatsoever for repairs. I watched your video and thanks to you I was able to fix the thing ALL BY MYSELF! Thanks for saving me!

[@khsavage]

THIS IS THE FIRST THING YOU SHOULD TRY!!! If your lid switch isn't working, it may well have just come unglued! Not having a zip tie, I just used a very strong twist tie and secured it well. I had to pop off the metal guard to do it but it's now back together and working perfectly. Don't replace the lid switch if you don't have to! Thank you SO SO MUCH Bill! You're the best! (I love a problem-solving mind.)

[@ckkme]

My wife just pulled off this repair by herself while I was out of town on business. Thanks for saving my money! She says with your directions it was quick and easy.

[@72bslade]

You. Are. The. Greatest! Your tip worked perfectly! Washer fixed in 5 minutes...we were ready to go get a new one. A thousand Thank You's!!!

[@walterurbina1283]

This worked perfectly! My washer gave out this morning and went into panic mode. I came across your video and checked the switch. Sure enough, it wasn't broken, only came apart. THANK YOU!!

[@BillNewberry]

***** Awesome, I'm glad you were able to fix it!

[@michaeldelessio4838]

Bill, great tip. You just saved me (and my new landlord) over $100 ($45 for the part, and at least $50 for the Sears service call). And it took me maybe 10 minutes. Machine is working like a champ. Thanks!

[@tinawilliams3051]

Worked perfectly. I especially likes how your video was clear, to the point, understandable, without too much foul language. Saved our day and pocket book.

[@BillNewberry]

Thanks for the great comment!

[@blg8505]

OMG, I did NOT want to have to bug my landlord to come out in the middle of this whole coronavirus quarantine thing when the washer wouldn't start! Full load of laundry with detergent and hot water, but wouldn't agitate or drain after I shut the lid. Google sent me straight to your video and I fiddled with the lid switch sight unseen and it worked. Took a couple minutes to figure out how to zip tie it blind (without taking the switch mechanism out of the machine), but once I got it sufficiently tight, the washer started up again! You should be blessed 1000x over! Thank you!

[@scottcornwell1148]

Thank you so much! Our washer stopped spinning and emptying Saturday (Christmas weekend), and I figured it out to be the lid switch. There was no place in town to get a new switch, and we had a load of laundry in the washer full of water. I just removed the switch and found the exact problem you explained. I then used a zip tie to close it, as you instructed. Put it all back together, and it works perfectly! Great advice!

[@eugieb]

Bill - YOU ROCK! I just saved bundles, thanks to your good advice. 5 minutes. Done! Plus, I didn't have to call a repair person. so happy. thank you thank you.

[@BillNewberry]

Eugenie B You are very welcome! Thanks for Watching!

[@dpaddpad3225]

Sept.10. 2014, no drain or spin. Checked this you tube; discovered there was no click sound on the lid switch of the whirlpool. I followed your instructions, and worked accordingly. THANK YOU!!!!! I did it in 5 minutes. Thanks!

[@NYCcat]

WOW....what an honest technician. My GE lid lock switch broke 😭. It's the worst machine I've ever owned. My machine is not even 2 years old and it's the 3rd time it's broken down. I'm hoping the technician shows up tomorrow. God bless you for your honesty!!

[@andrewranicki1718]

I very VERY rarely leave comments, I just wanted to say thank you though! I went downstairs to throw a load in so I'd have clothes for work tomorrow. I start the machine and nothing happens! I notice the switch is all loose and out of place. I start to get upset because I'll have to wait a day or two for a service tech to come out here. Then I do a quick google search, watch your video, and 10 minutes later I have clothes being washed! Thanks a bunch!

[@sorakirei]

THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! My washer filled up but then stopped. I was in a panic. Couldn't get a repair guy today, and no one had the part in stock. Your video saved the day!!!

[@tiffanymunson5663]

Thank you so so so so so much, I was just doing laundry, and the machine stopped spinning, I manually had to dine out all of the water, and looked everywhere for what was wrong and couldn't find it. So I googled it and your video came up. I fixed it in under 2 minutes, after trying to figure it out myself for 30. May God bless you, and you have my sincerest thanks! (:

[@sophiagonzales50]

I am so very grateful for this mans video! I was able to fix my broken washer in 5 minutes without any help from my husband. A screwdriver and zip tie was all I needed. My bank account and I thank you very much!

[@BillNewberry]

+Sophia Gonzales (Sophie) Awesome! Great job on your repair!

[@stephendean73]

You're THEE MAN!! I had two issues with my washing machine, watched your videos and got it repaired with ease. I can't thank you enough!

[@BillNewberry]

Steve-o D Awesome! Great Job on your Repair!

[@Jeremy102579]

Thanks for the video man. My washer stopped its cycle today and never drained or spun. After researching I first tested the lid switch and it was bad. After removing it, it looked like it was broken exactly like the one in your video. After zip tieing it, it tested good. Fixed my problem.....Can't thank you enough Bill !

[@alanhalleck4518]

Awesome Solution! Kenmore Series 90 Washer is 14years old and just figured it was time to buy a new W/D set.The washer filled with water but no spin, no drain, no sound or no hum.Used the zip tie on the lid switch and now all is good!Thank you for sharing your knowledge!Alan H.

[@JackMulliken]

Woke up today to a washer full of water. After some troubleshooting, I determined it was this switch. Thank you for this video. I had it up and running in less than 30 minutes. Thank you for this helpful tip!

[@stephpeters1236]

Hi Bill, Major Kudos to you! I'm a 57 yr old woman and I was able to fix my Kenmore with your tip to repair a broken lid switch. Thank you!

[@martylavine9607]

Awesome tip ... machine broke down as I was leaving for a week-long camping trip. Came back with wet, stinky clothes, cranked up the computer, found your tip and fixed my machine before I even unpacked! I was able to unscrew the switch and slide it out from under the rim enough to get the zip-tie around it; the entire repair took less than 5 minutes.

[@BillNewberry]

marty lavine Nice!

[@darkenigma75]

Man, you just saved my ass tonight. Almost 1030 at night and washer didnt drain on my stacked unit. Appreciate you sharing your gifts.

[@jamiealvey284]

THANK YOU! Just found my towels soaking in the tub and could tell the switch wasn't working. I then found this video, got my zip ties, unplugged the machine, and fixed this in about 2 minutes, all without having to take anything apart. I used two zip ties to make one longer tie, and this was easier for me to blindly slide on and tighten. I'm now going to text every man I know to offer my washing machine repair skills.

[@dalemaley]

Great video. I started to dis-assemble the washer to change the switch, and the youtube video I used did not match my Kenmore washer config. I searched for a better youtube video and found yours, awesome trick!! In 10 minutes I had my wife's washing machine running again!! Thanks

[@TonyisepiC]

Thanks Bill, worked like a charm. Your little trick saved me a bunch of time. If anyone is thinking about trying this, you may not need to completely take the cover off of your washer. All I did was unscrew my switch and the cable had enough slack without unhooking it.

[@CoolSean1117]

This video is perfectly awesome for people like me who don't do many home repairs. It was simple and to the point. I had to bypass a couple others just to get a clear explanation of how this part functions and how to fix or bandaid it. Thanks a million!!

[@sreggird60]

I am a disabled veteran on limited income. This saved me on a Sunday when nothing is open. Probably happened when the lid was slammed down too many times. I'm due a new washing machine since mine is older than I've been retired from the Air Force but now I can wash clothes. You rock.

[@BillNewberry]

+sreggird60 Awesome!

[@barbkachele5545]

Ditto to all appreciative comments. People like yourself are a blessing to the rest of us for sharing your knowledge. Just when we think our day has gone bad, YOU SAVE IT! Yeah! Thank you

[@BillNewberry]

barb kachele Thanks for the Great Comment! Thanks!

[@michaelgrauable]

Exactly the problem with my washing machine. Clear instructions and straight to the point... had it fixed in less than 5 minutes. Although I used a bunch of electrical tape instead of zip ties. Thanks so much!

[@elanileesantiago9791]

Hi Bill.....want to thank you very much. I'm a stay at home mom that was cleaning up after my active 4 year old. This trick worked perfectly. You are the MAN!!!!!

[@lariepintea5742]

Thank you so much. Fixed my in laws machine. Mother in law is going in for knee replacement tomorrow and all the bedding needs washed. Relieved alot of stress here.

[@TheAllang123]

You just saved me a day of work, buying and installing another washer, plus the money. If you’re ever in Vancouver BC, I owe you a beer. Thanks!!

[@GatorGuy696969]

You just saved me a visit to the 24 hour laundry mat. Switch broke after my clothes were in the washer full of water. Need the clothes for a meeting tomorrow. It is now just past midnight and my washer is working again. Sweet vid! Thanks!

[@charlespridgen4227]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. We live in a rural area about 8 mi. west of town. The repairman wanted to charge $89 just to show up at the house. This tutorial saved me a lot of money

[@justinh.8019]

This solved the problem I had with the washer lid switch suddenly failing on a Kenmore 80 series. Parts are harder to find in Canada, and would have taken a few days to come by shipping. We got a messy little boy and a petting zoo worth of animals at home. Saved us money and the headache of trips to the laundromat. Much Thanks!!!!

[@pinningformichigan8120]

Thank you so much. I was able to fix my lid switch problem for less than a couple of bucks. My husband's buddy was telling him it was time for a new machine. Glad I found your video, keep up the good work!

[@centagg520]

Thanks Bill. Fixed daughters Kenmore washer with zip-tie, just like you showed. Switch was busted open just like in the video. Appreciate it. Was able to pull switch out just enough without removing cabinet. Enjoy your videos.

[@bdcalvert88]

You nailed it. I revived out ancient Kenmore in an afternoon because of your excellent tutorial.

[@kbroils]

8 years later and this video is helping people and making life a little bit easier! Thank you so much for this!

[@rkordus8662]

Thanks for the tip Bill. Saved me a lot of money - my wife wanted to replace both the washer & dryer because of the lid switch problem. I' not a Mr.Fixit,but with you tip and another video on how to remove the housing, it looked like I knew what I was doing. Thanks again.

[@laticiawright2267]

I thank you a thousand times over. I'm a single mother (of 2) and I'm a Homeowner. I was able to fix it easy. Now I don't know if the sides is on right. but dang gone its up and running. THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@edith435]

thank you times one million for this video. We just fixed our lid switch using this method. Cannot express how relieved I am that the washer is working again!!!

[@brianrogers4051]

This fix saved more then a few bucks, it saved the time of ordering the part and the time replacing it, I was able to zip it together with out taking everything apart. Thanks for the tip!

[@0dinn7]

I knew the switch was broken and did a search for one but found this video instead. You saved me from having to get a new switch and also allowed me to get my clothes finished on a Saturday night when I couldn't have got parts anyway. Took less than 5 minutes. Thanks for taking the time to post this!

[@chrisclark6348]

after getting a price of $45 for a replacement switch, I decided to look up a possible repair solution. Your video was awesome, thanks for the assistance!

[@christopherzindash8286]

Bill, you are a genius! I just figured out how to do this without your video. I was standing on my garage, trying to figure out how to hold the plastic part together. I tried Electrical tape but not sturdy enough. then tried to use a hose clamp. Too rigid. Then, I saw a bag of cable ties hanging on my peg wall! Voila! If I had only watched a few more videos I would have seen this one. But, thanks for verifying that my fix is going to work!! Thanks again, Bill! Guys like you keep posting stuff and help us consumers out so we can save a few bucks and get more use out of our trusty ol' washers!

[@yorp8993]

Great advice. Help save me from getting a new washer. Wife had one picked online when I got home from work and was ready to order. Wife drained the washer twice, it had been finicky and finally quit working. Fixed that night, doing laundry now. Thanks!