LG WM3050CW Control Panel Replacement

Written By: Bill Gilbert

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Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

15 - 30 minutes

Introduction

Use this guide to replace the control panel in your LG WM3050CW Washing Machine.

The control panel contains the buttons, dials, and control knob to adjust the wash settings. If you have a broken control knob or button, you can access it by following this guide.

Tools

Step 1

Before you begin your repair, perform the following:
Turn off the main water supply
Unplug your washer
Disconnect all water connections at the rear of your washer

Step 2

Use a Phillips driver to remove the two bottom 16.5 mm-long screws securing the top panel brackets.

Step 3

Slide the top panel 1-2 inches towards the rear of the device to disconnect its clips.

Step 4

Tilt the top panel upward to completely disconnect it from the chassis.
Remove the top panel.

Step 5

Pull the detergent drawer away from the chassis as far as it will go.

Step 6

Press down on the "Push" button to disengage the clips securing the detergent drawer.
Pull the drawer out of its slot on the chassis and remove it.

Step 7

Disconnect the three harness connectors for the control panel.
Always grip cables by their connectors and not the wires themselves.

Step 8

Use a Phillips driver to remove the 16.4 mm-long screw securing the control panel.

Step 9

Use a Phillips driver to remove the two 26.3 mm‑long screws securing the detergent dispenser.

Step 10

Insert a flathead screwdriver between the chassis and the top left corner of the control panel.
Twist the screwdriver to release the clips securing the control panel.
Repeat this procedure for the remaining clips along the control panel.

Step 11

Lift the control panel upward to completely separate it from the chassis.
Pull the control panel away from the chassis, making sure to thread the cables through its slot in the chassis.
Remove the control panel.