Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeLdL
ApplianceWasher
On a top load Maytag washer, LdL says the lid is not locking. Maytag words it as the lid lock will not lock, or lid lock failure.
Two checks from Maytag
Look for an item directly beneath the lid. Something from the load can hold it from latching.
Inspect the area around the lid lock mechanism for detergent build-up.
When the code returns
Maytag’s advice is to schedule service if LdL shows up again after those checks.
Related codes
dLO: the lid is not locking, shown as dL on some displays.
dU: the reverse situation, where the lid cannot unlock.
F22: a front door lock issue on a front load washer.
Lid lock repair in San Francisco
A recurring LdL is the point to book a technician. Call (415) 649-2156 for Maytag washer repair in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Have the code, the model number and a note about what you found under the lid and around the lock ready when you ring.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so LdL may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
LdL means a top load washer's lid will not lock or the lid lock has failed.
Important safety warning. 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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