How to replace the machine control board in a front-load washer

Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

Wear work gloves to protect your hands.

Have someone help you move the washer away from the wall.

Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 screws on the back of the washer that hold the top panel.

Pull the top panel toward the rear of the washer and lift it up and off.

Mark the location of dispenser hoses connected to the back of the dispenser housing with masking tape.

Release the spring clamps and pull the dispenser hoses off of the back of the dispenser housing.

Move the hoses to the side to access the front of the machine control board housing.

Release the tabs on the plastic cover using a slot screwdriver.

Remove the front cover of the housing to access the wires connected to the machine control board.

Take a digital photograph or otherwise document the location of wires connected to the back of the electronic control board.

Release any locking tabs on the wire harness connection plugs and then pull each wire plug out of the connections on the back of the control board.

Remove the mounting screw.

Slide the machine control board housing to the left to release it from the cabinet.

Remove the machine control board and set it aside for disposal.

Position the new machine control board in the mounting slots and slide it to the right to lock it in place.

Replace the mounting screw.

Using your digital photograph or documentation as a guide, connect all the wires to the new machine control board.

Position the housing on the front of the machine control board. Snap it into place, making sure all the locking tabs are engaged.

Properly connect the dispenser hoses on the back of the dispenser housing.

Push the panel down and forward to seat it on the washer frame.

Reinstall the screws to secure the back panel. Avoid overtightening.

Plug the washer into the electrical outlet. Return the washer to its original location.