How to Replace W10563095 Push to Start Switch on Maytag Dryer — Step-by-Step

Your Maytag dryer won't start even though the display lights up? That's the classic sign of a failed push-to-start switch. I've replaced dozens of W10563095 switches on models like the MEDX655DW1 and MGDX6STBW0, and it's usually the same story — you press the button, hear nothing, and the drum just sits there. Good news: this is one of the easier control panel repairs you'll tackle.

What You Need Before Starting

This repair doesn't require special tools, just what you probably have in your toolbox already:

• 1/4" nut driver or socket
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat-head screwdriver (for prying clips)
• Work gloves (sharp metal edges on control panel)
• Masking tape and marker (for wire labeling)

Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Safety First

Unplug your dryer completely before starting this repair. Even though you're working on a low-voltage switch, the control board behind it runs on 120V and you don't want to accidentally short something out. If your dryer is gas, you don't need to shut off the gas line for this repair — the switch is electrical only.

Step 1: Remove the Control Panel

Open the dryer door and look at the top corners of the opening — you'll find two screws holding the control panel. Remove these screws, then gently pull the panel forward and up. It'll pivot on clips at the top. Don't yank it — there are wire harnesses attached to the back, so let it hang at about a 45-degree angle.

Step 2: Label and Disconnect Wire Harnesses

Before you disconnect anything, snap a photo with your phone. Trust me on this. Now use masking tape to label each wire harness connector — "Display Board," "Switch," whatever makes sense to you. The push-to-start switch typically has two or three wire connectors. Press the locking tabs and pull straight out. Don't twist or you'll break the clips.

Step 3: Remove the Old Switch from Control Panel Housing

The W10563095 switch snaps into the control panel housing from behind. Look for the mounting tabs on each side of the switch — usually two clips. Using your flat-head screwdriver, carefully pry these clips inward while pushing the switch forward from the front. It should pop right out. If it's stubborn, you're probably missing a clip. Check all four sides.

Step 4: Install the New W10563095 Switch

Line up your new switch with the mounting hole in the control panel. Push it in from the front until you hear the clips snap into place. Give it a gentle tug from the front — it shouldn't move at all. Now reconnect those wire harnesses you labeled earlier, making sure each one clicks fully into place. No half-connected wires here.

Step 5: Reassemble and Test

Tilt the control panel back into position, making sure no wires are pinched behind it. Replace the two screws at the top corners. Plug your dryer back in and run a quick test — load a setting, press the new start button, and the drum should fire right up. If the display works but the dryer still won't start, double-check your wire connections.

Testing After Installation

Don't just test once and call it done. Run the dryer through a complete cycle to make sure the switch isn't intermittent. Press it hard, press it soft, press it at different angles. A properly installed switch should respond consistently every time with a satisfying click and immediate drum rotation. If you're getting delayed starts or have to press it multiple times, reseat your wire connections.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this switch work on both electric and gas Maytag dryers?

Yes, the W10563095 fits both electric models like the MEDX655DW1 and gas models like the MGDX500BW0. The switch itself is identical — it's just sending a signal to the control board to start the cycle, regardless of your heat source.

The button feels loose after installation — is that normal?

No, it should snap in firmly with no wiggle room. If it's loose, the mounting clips aren't fully engaged. Remove it and reinstall, making sure you push until you hear distinct clicks on both sides. A loose switch will fail prematurely from the constant movement.

Can I use WPW10563095 or AP6023004 instead of W10563095?

Those are all the same switch, just different part number formats. WPW10563095 is Whirlpool's "WP" prefix version, and AP6023004 is an aftermarket reference number. They're 100% interchangeable — same mounting, same connectors, same function.