Written by
Maya Ortiz Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
Whirlpool®
Code overviewat a glance.
The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.
Lid
Error codeLid
ApplianceWasher
Quick answer
The Lid message means the washer lid was left open. Closing it clears the display.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so Lid may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
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What this codemay mean.
A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.
Mean
The washer lid was left open.
Lid opened
If a Whirlpool top load washer shows Lid, the lid was left open. Closing it clears the display.
If the lid stayed open too long
Leave it open for more than 10 minutes and the cycle resets, and the water in the washer drains. When that has happened, start the cycle over. The manual says not to add more detergent, since the clothing should already be penetrated with water and detergent.
Related codes
LdL – an item in the load may be keeping the lid from locking.
A Lid message that will not clear with the lid closed is worth a call to (310) 448-6692 for Whirlpool washer repair in Los Angeles. Keep the model number and the code handy.
Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.
Safe
Important
Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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