Whirlpool Top Load Washer Error Code LdL: Meaning & How to Fix It

By the ErrorCodePro Editorial Team · Last reviewed October 20, 2026

Whirlpool top load washer error code LdL means: The lid isn't locking. An item in the load may be in the way. [1] Keep using it? Not until the cause is fixed. Start with the owner checks below, beginning with: check under the lid.

Quick facts

Code	LdL
Also shown as	dL, dLO
Brand / appliance	Whirlpool top load washer (top load washers)
System	Door / lock
Official meaning	The lid isn't locking. An item in the load may be in the way. [1]
Keep using it?	Not until the cause is fixed
DIY-safe?	Owner checks only (listed below)
Support	Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538

On this page: Meaning · Steps · Parts · When to call a technician · Related codes · FAQ

What error code LdL means on a Whirlpool top load washer

The lid isn't locking. An item in the load may be in the way. [1]

This is a door / lock code. Codes and wording can vary by model, so check your owner's manual for your model number.

How to fix Whirlpool top load washer error code LdL (safe owner checks)

Safety first: disconnect power before you remove any panel or reach into the sump or drum. Do not touch wiring, the control board or the motor. If you see water near electrical parts, stop and call a technician. These steps are based on Whirlpool's published guidance [1], rewritten for clarity.

Check under the lid. Look for items directly under the lid.
Clean the lock. Clear detergent build-up around the lid lock.

Parts that may be involved

Exact parts depend on your model number. This page lists part types only, never part numbers.

No specific part is implied by the manufacturer's guidance for this code.

When to call a technician

LdL comes back again: schedule service
Anything involving wiring, the control board, the motor or the water valve electrics
The appliance is under warranty: contact Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538 first

Frequently asked questions

What does error code LdL mean on a Whirlpool top load washer?

Whirlpool lists LdL as follows: The lid isn't locking. An item in the load may be in the way.

Is it safe to keep using the top load washer with LdL?

Not until the cause is fixed.

Can I fix Whirlpool top load washer error LdL myself?

Only with the owner checks on this page, starting with: check under the lid. If it persists, call a technician or Whirlpool: 1-866-698-2538.

Is dL the same as LdL?

Yes. Whirlpool's documentation lists dL, dLO with the same meaning as LdL; the display format depends on the model.

Sources

Whirlpool Product Help: LdL - Error Code (official)
Whirlpool Product Help: dLO - Error Code (official)

Last reviewed: October 20, 2026. ErrorCodePro is not affiliated with Whirlpool.