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The lid strike engages the lid lock sensor to signal the control board that the lid is safely closed. A broken or missing strike means the washer receives no 'lid closed' signal and refuses to begin any cycle.
F5 E1 or flashing lid-lock indicator lights are triggered when the control board cannot confirm lid closure. Replacing a cracked or snapped strike resolves this error without replacing the entire lid lock assembly.
If the strike is damaged, the lid lock may intermittently lose contact during agitation or spin, causing the washer to halt mid-cycle as a safety precaution.
Top-load washers are designed to prevent spinning with an open lid. A broken strike prevents the lid lock from latching, so the machine skips spin and drain cycles entirely.
💡 Pro Tip: Is Your Lid Strike the Problem?
Your part is likely the culprit if you notice any of the following:
⚠️ Washer won't start or fill with water even though the lid appears fully closed
⚠️ Control panel shows a lid-lock error code (e.g., F5 E1) or the lid-lock indicator light flashes
⚠️ Washer stops mid-cycle as if it detects the lid is open
⚠️ Visible damage — the plastic strike is cracked, snapped off, or missing from the underside of the lid
🔍 Diagnostic tip: Close the lid slowly and listen for the lid-lock click. If you hear the lock motor activate but the cycle still won't start, the strike tab is likely broken or misaligned. Shine a flashlight under the lid to inspect the strike before ordering — it's the small white plastic tab that pokes through the lid panel.
📦 What's in the Box
✅ 1× Washer Lid Strike (W10837741 aftermarket replacement, white)
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