How to bypass a washing machine lid lock and a four wire lid switch on a kenmore washer

If you want to touch the insulated portion of the jumper wire, touch it with your fingers.

The electrical circuit on your washer is complete when the lid is closed.Before you investigate other possible causes, you need to check the lid switch.The best way to test the lid switch is with a meter.If you don't have a meter, you can use a jumper wire to fake the connection to the washer wiring harness.

Plug the washer power cord into the wall outlet.The control panel is on the top of the washer.Each end cap of the panel has a screw on the lower front.The screws should be removed with aPhillips-head screwdriver.