Written by
Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
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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
Content status
Verified
Quick answer
On a top load Whirlpool washer, Lid in the display points to an open lid.
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.
A display reading Lid on your Whirlpool top load washer simply tells you the washer lid was left open.
Steps from the owner’s manual
Shut the lid to clear the display.
If the lid had been open past 10 minutes, expect the cycle to reset and the water to drain out.
After a drain, begin the cycle again without adding extra detergent, because the laundry is already soaked with water and detergent.
Other lid messages
Compare with LdL and LdU, which deal with a lid that will not lock or unlock.
Service in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego areas
If Lid will not go away, contact our service center on (844) 968-2053. We serve the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. Mention the message and your washer’s model number.
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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