W11670519 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Washer Lid Lock Latch Assembly
The W11670519 is a genuine Whirlpool OEM lid lock latch assembly for Maytag top-load washers on the Cabrio-style MVW platform. Unlike a simple mechanical lid switch, this is a true electronic lid lock: a 3-wire connector feeds the assembly, which both senses whether the lid is closed and physically locks it shut once a cycle with spin is underway. The control won't allow the washer to spin — and on many cycles won't even let it start — until this assembly confirms the lid is closed and locked, which is why a failing latch produces such a wide range of symptoms: a washer that won't start, a lid that won't lock or won't release, cycles that stall or interrupt partway through, or a washer that fills and agitates but refuses to spin.
Built from high-strength, wear-resistant ABS and PP plastic with a precision locking mechanism, this assembly is designed to prevent the lid from popping open mid-spin, which protects against water leakage and the safety hazard of an open lid on a spinning basket. Common failure modes include a locking mechanism that has worn out and can no longer engage or release reliably, a broken internal switch that stops signaling lid status to the control board, and simple wear from years of daily cycling. It directly replaces W11368616, AP7214714, PD00085482, 4981394, PS17215992, and EAP17215992. As a genuine OEM part, the W11670519 is manufactured by Whirlpool to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance.
Quick Answer
The W11670519 Genuine OEM Whirlpool Washer Lid Lock Latch Assembly fixes Maytag top-load washers on the Cabrio-style MVW platform where the washer won't start, the lid won't lock or won't release, the washer fills and agitates but won't spin, the cycle stalls or interrupts, or the lid clicks repeatedly without locking. 3-wire electronic lid lock, ABS/PP construction. Replaces W11368616, AP7214714, PD00085482, 4981394, PS17215992, EAP17215992. This is a locking latch assembly, not a simple lid switch — it's a different design from the direct-drive and GE-platform lid switches elsewhere in our catalog.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Washer won't start even though the lid is closed
- Lid won't lock, or locks but won't release when the cycle ends
- Washer fills and agitates normally but won't spin
- Persistent clicking sound from the lid area without the lid actually locking
- Cycle stalling or interrupting partway through
- Lid feels loose or doesn't seat and lock the way it used to
- Error code related to the lid lock displayed on the control panel
- Water leakage risk from a lid that isn't sealing and locking properly during spin
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This washer lid lock latch assembly directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
W11670519, W11368616, AP7214714, AWP46151, PD00085482, 4981394, PS17215992, EAP17215992
W11368616 was an earlier number for this same assembly. If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This lid lock latch assembly is compatible with select Maytag top-load washers on the Cabrio-style MVW platform, including model numbers such as:
- MVW4505MW0, MVW4505MW1, MVW4505MW2
- MVW5035MW1, MVW5035MW2
- MVW5430MW1, MVW5430MW2, MVW5430PBK0, MVW5430PBK1
- MVW5435PBK0, MVW5435PBK1, MVW5435PW0, MVW5435PW1
Note: This is an electronic locking latch assembly for the Maytag Cabrio-style MVW platform, and it is a different design from the simpler lid switches used on other Whirlpool platforms — including our 8318084 (direct-drive top-load), 3355806 (Whirlpool thin-twin), WH12X955 (GE combo/spacemaker), and WH01X29528 (GE front-load door lock) listings. None of those are interchangeable with this assembly. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure which lid lock or switch your washer needs.
Key Features
- Genuine Whirlpool OEM part — factory-specified locking mechanism and switch design
- Electronic lid lock — both senses lid position and physically locks the lid during spin cycles
- Resolves "won't start," "lid won't lock or release," "fills but won't spin," and "cycle interruptions" symptoms caused by latch failure
- 3-wire connector for a direct plug-and-play electrical connection
- Constructed from high-strength ABS and PP plastic for wear and aging resistance
- Precision-designed locking mechanism helps prevent accidental lid opening during spin
- Direct drop-in replacement — no modification required
- Replaces W11368616, AP7214714, PD00085482, 4981394, PS17215992, and EAP17215992
- Genuine OEM replacement — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance
Product Specifications
| Part Number | W11670519 |
| Part Type | Washer Lid Lock Latch Assembly |
| Condition | Genuine OEM |
| Brand | Whirlpool / Maytag |
| Application | Maytag Cabrio-Style Top-Load Washers (MVW Platform) |
| Electrical Connection | 3-wire connector |
| Material | High-strength ABS and PP plastic |
| Function | Senses lid closure and physically locks the lid during spin |
| Supersedes | W11368616 |
| Quantity | 1 lid lock assembly |
| Compatible Brands | Whirlpool, Maytag |
Installation Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
My washer fills and agitates but won't spin. Is this the lid lock?
Yes, this is one of the most common symptoms of a failing lid lock latch on this platform. The control requires confirmation that the lid is closed and locked before it will allow the higher-speed, higher-torque spin cycle to run, even if it's willing to run the gentler fill and agitate steps without full confirmation. If your washer gets partway through a cycle and simply refuses to spin, this assembly is a strong suspect.
The lid keeps clicking but never actually locks. What does that mean?
A repeated clicking sound without the lid actually locking usually points to a worn or failing internal locking mechanism inside this assembly — it's attempting to engage but can't complete the lock reliably. This is a textbook symptom that this part has worn out and needs replacement.
My washer's lid is locked shut and won't open. How do I even get it open to do this repair?
With the washer unplugged, you can usually manually release the lock: insert a small flathead screwdriver into the latch opening where the mechanism engages through the lid, and gently slide it back to disengage the lock. Once the lid is open, prop it so it can't fall shut and re-lock while you continue the repair.
Is this the same part as the lid switches used on other Whirlpool washers?
No. This is an electronic locking latch assembly specific to the Maytag Cabrio-style MVW platform, and it works differently from the simpler mechanical lid switches used on other Whirlpool-family platforms, including the direct-drive top-load switch, the Whirlpool thin-twin switch, and various GE-platform switches we also carry. These parts are not interchangeable with each other — always match the assembly to your specific washer platform.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is a genuine OEM part, manufactured by Whirlpool to factory specifications — guaranteed fit, materials, and performance. It includes the same 3-wire electrical connection, locking mechanism, and ABS/PP construction as the lid lock latch assembly originally installed in your Maytag Cabrio-style washer.
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