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This warning indicator is controlled by the BCM - body control module . You cant turn it off , you need to fix the faulty input switch that signals the BCM that the door is open .
Body Control Module
The various body control module (BCM) input and output circuits are described in the corresponding functional areas indicated on the BCM electrical schematics. The BCM functions include the following:
• Battery rundown protection--Inadvertent power--Refer to Interior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems.
• BTSI/automatic transmission shift lock control--Refer to Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Description and Operation in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
• Bulb check--Refer to Instrument Cluster Description and Operation in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
• Chimes--Refer to Audible Warnings Description and Operation in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
- Check gages
- Content theft deterrent
- Door ajar warning
- Headlamps ON
- Key-in-ignition
- Oil reset
- Park brake warning
- Seat belt not fastened
- Turn signal ON
- Vehicle theft deterrent
• Door lock interface--Refer to Power Door Locks Description and Operation in Doors.
• Exterior and interior lighting control--Refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems.
- Automatic lighting control
- Backup lamps
- Daytime running lights (DRL)
- Fog lamps
- High/low beam head lamps
- Park brake lights
- Turn hazard lamps
• Gage control--Refer to Instrument Cluster Description and Operation in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
• Heated seats--Refer to Heated Seats Description and Operation in Seats.
• Horn interface--Refer to Horns System Description and Operation in Horns.
• Instrument cluster indicator control--Refer to Instrument Cluster Description and Operation in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
• Interior lighting--Refer to Interior Lighting Systems Description and Operation in Lighting Systems.
• Key-in-ignition sensing--Refer to Audible Warnings Description and Operation in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
• Parking brake state sensing--Refer to Brake Warning System Description and Operation in Hydraulic Brakes.
• Retained accessory power (RAP)--Refer to Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Description and Operation in Retained Accessory Power.
• Rear compartment interface--Refer to Power Door Locks Description and Operation in Doors.
• Rear defogger--Refer to Rear Window Defogger Description and Operation in Stationary Windows.
• Remote function control--Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry.
• RFA communication link--Refer to Keyless Entry System Description and Operation in Keyless Entry.
• Seat belt use sensing--Refer to Seat Belt System Description and Operation in Seat Belts.
• Theft deterrent vehicle/content--Refer to Theft Systems Description and Operation in Theft Deterrent.
• Washer solvent level sensing--Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation in Wipers/Washer Systems.
• Wiper/washer--Refer to Wiper/Washer System Description and Operation in Wipers/Washer Systems.
Press any of the buttons on the control panel to see if the buttons are operational or check to see if the "Control Locked" indicator light is lit. If the control panel is operational, you may mistakenly lock the door.
Press and hold the "End of Cycle Signal" button for approximately three seconds until the "Control Locked" indicator light shuts off. The control panel is now unlocked, and the washer is ready for use.
Lock the washer again by pressing and holding the "End of Cycle Signal" button until the "Control Locked" indicator light turns on.
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Press any of the buttons on the control panel to see if the
buttons are operational or check to see if the "Control Locked"
indicator light is lit. If the control panel is operational, you may
mistakenly lock the door.
2
Press and hold the "End of Cycle Signal" button for
approximately three seconds until the "Control Locked" indicator light
shuts off. The control panel is now unlocked, and the washer is ready
for use.
3
Lock the washer again by pressing and holding the "End of
Cycle Signal" button until the "Control Locked" indicator light turns
on.
If you are referring to the Control Lock on a Whirlpool Duet, Kenmore Elite, or Maytag Epic series front loader, this is built-in a safety feature that enables the consumer to lock the control panel to prevent children from manipulating the controls and accidentally starting the appliance.
With the lock on, the control panel is disabled and you cannot use any of the controls, except the button to unlock it. It can inadvertently be set following a power outage, leaning against the control panel, or pressing and holding the wrong button. This is usually not an indication of a malfunction.
The following link explains how to lock/unlock this feature:
These instructions are also printed on the front panel of the appliance and in the owner's manual.
If this does not correct your problem, then you may have a more significant problem other than a simple operator control button issue (such as an operator console problem or main control board issue). NOTE: Each one of these washers come with a technical data sheet inside.
To access, you will need to remove the lower toe panel under the door. The access screws are located under the bottom front edge of the panel. You may have to prop the two front feet of the washer up for better access ( a 2x4 works well for this). With the screws removed, the panel should drop down, then come off. If the tech sheet isn't directly behind the panel, it will be affixed to one of the interior cabinet walls.
The tech sheet lists all error code definitions, troubleshooting data, diagnostics procedures and wiring diagrams. I mention the tech sheet because you may need it to troubleshoot if you cannot get the control panel to unlock.
Read through the information provided and if you have questions, please post back and let me know. I hope you find this information helpful.
A fault code of "F" then "1" flashes when there is a primary control failure. You will need to replace the machine/motor control assembly. Page 14 and 16, in the manual link below will help you with this.
F then 2 flashes when in: Diagnostics Test mode if a stuck key is detected. Standby mode if there is a user interface mismatch. DISPLAY (Saved Code) EXPLANATION AND RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE
Console and Indicators This test is performed when any of the following situations occurs during the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test:
None of the indicators light up No beep sound is heard Some buttons do not light indicators None of the indicators light up: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the P11 connector is inserted all the way into the machine/motor control. 2. Visually check that the user interface assembly is properly inserted in the console assembly 3. If both visual checks pass, replace the user interface assembly. 4. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 5. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair. 6. If indicators still do not light, the machine/ motor control has failed: Unplug washer or disconnect power. Replace the machine/motor control assembly. Plug in washer or reconnect power. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
No beep sound is heard: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the P5 connector is inserted all the way into the machine/motor control. If visual check passes, replace the user interface assembly. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair. 4. If replacing the user interface assembly failed: Unplug washer or disconnect power. Replace the machine/motor control assembly. Plug in washer or reconnect power. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
Some buttons do not light indicators: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the console electronics and housing assembly is properly inserted into the front console. If visual check passes, replace the user interface assembly. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
To Access/replace the CCU:
#1
Unplug the Whirlpool Cabrio power cord from the wall outlet. Turn off the water supply to the washing machine. Pull the washer away from the wall so that you can access the screws behind the control console. Remove the hex head screws securing the control console to the washer with a nut driver. The screws are on the lower rear edge of the control console. #2
Lift the control console up, and rotate the console forward so that the face of the console is resting on the top of the washer. Locate the interface board cable connector to the right of the plastic tube on the back of the console. Pull the end of the connector straight out of the control console. The primary machine control is the box that the plastic tube connects. #3
Place small pieces of masking tape around the nine wires connecting to the primary machine console. Label the wire locations onto the masking tape with a pencil. Grasp each wire at the connector with your fingers, and pull the wires away from the primary control. Pull the plastic tube out of the primary control. #4
Locate the nut toward the bottom of the primary control. Remove the nut with a nut driver. Lift the front of the primary control slightly, and slide it down to disengage the retaining clips. Pull the primary control out of the control console. Insert the new primary control into the control console. Slide the primary control up to engage the lower clips. Secure the primary control to the console with the single hex head screw. #5
Push each of the wire connectors into their respective positions on the primary control until they lock into place. Push the plastic tube hose over the port on the right side of the primary control. Remove the small pieces of masking tape from the wires. #6
Position the control console back upright on the top of the washer. Secure the control console to the washer with the three hex head retaining screws. Slide the washer back against the wall. Turn on the water supply and plug the washer into the wall outlet.
A fault code of "F" then "1" flashes when there is a primary control failure. You will need to replace the machine/motor control assembly. Page 14 and 16, in the manual link below will help you with this.
F then 2 flashes when in: Diagnostics Test mode if a stuck key is detected. Standby mode if there is a user interface mismatch. DISPLAY (Saved Code) EXPLANATION AND RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE
Console and Indicators This test is performed when any of the following situations occurs during the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test:
None of the indicators light up No beep sound is heard Some buttons do not light indicators None of the indicators light up: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the P11 connector is inserted all the way into the machine/motor control. 2. Visually check that the user interface assembly is properly inserted in the console assembly 3. If both visual checks pass, replace the user interface assembly. 4. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 5. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair. 6. If indicators still do not light, the machine/ motor control has failed: Unplug washer or disconnect power. Replace the machine/motor control assembly. Plug in washer or reconnect power. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
No beep sound is heard: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the P5 connector is inserted all the way into the machine/motor control. If visual check passes, replace the user interface assembly. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair. 4. If replacing the user interface assembly failed: Unplug washer or disconnect power. Replace the machine/motor control assembly. Plug in washer or reconnect power. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
Some buttons do not light indicators: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the console electronics and housing assembly is properly inserted into the front console. If visual check passes, replace the user interface assembly. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
To Access/replace the CCU:
#1
Unplug the Whirlpool Cabrio power cord from the wall outlet. Turn off the water supply to the washing machine. Pull the washer away from the wall so that you can access the screws behind the control console. Remove the hex head screws securing the control console to the washer with a nut driver. The screws are on the lower rear edge of the control console. #2
Lift the control console up, and rotate the console forward so that the face of the console is resting on the top of the washer. Locate the interface board cable connector to the right of the plastic tube on the back of the console. Pull the end of the connector straight out of the control console. The primary machine control is the box that the plastic tube connects. #3
Place small pieces of masking tape around the nine wires connecting to the primary machine console. Label the wire locations onto the masking tape with a pencil. Grasp each wire at the connector with your fingers, and pull the wires away from the primary control. Pull the plastic tube out of the primary control. #4
Locate the nut toward the bottom of the primary control. Remove the nut with a nut driver. Lift the front of the primary control slightly, and slide it down to disengage the retaining clips. Pull the primary control out of the control console. Insert the new primary control into the control console. Slide the primary control up to engage the lower clips. Secure the primary control to the console with the single hex head screw. #5
Push each of the wire connectors into their respective positions on the primary control until they lock into place. Push the plastic tube hose over the port on the right side of the primary control. Remove the small pieces of masking tape from the wires. #6
Position the control console back upright on the top of the washer. Secure the control console to the washer with the three hex head retaining screws. Slide the washer back against the wall. Turn on the water supply and plug the washer into the wall outlet.
F then 2 flashes when in: Diagnostics Test mode if a stuck key is detected. Standby mode if there is a user interface mismatch. DISPLAY (Saved Code) EXPLANATION AND RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE
Console and Indicators This test is performed when any of the following situations occurs during the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test:
None of the indicators light up No beep sound is heard Some buttons do not light indicators None of the indicators light up: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the P11 connector is inserted all the way into the machine/motor control. 2. Visually check that the user interface assembly is properly inserted in the console assembly 3. If both visual checks pass, replace the user interface assembly. 4. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 5. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair. 6. If indicators still do not light, the machine/ motor control has failed: Unplug washer or disconnect power. Replace the machine/motor control assembly. Plug in washer or reconnect power. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
No beep sound is heard: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the P5 connector is inserted all the way into the machine/motor control. If visual check passes, replace the user interface assembly. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair. 4. If replacing the user interface assembly failed: Unplug washer or disconnect power. Replace the machine/motor control assembly. Plug in washer or reconnect power. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
Some buttons do not light indicators: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the console electronics and housing assembly is properly inserted into the front console. If visual check passes, replace the user interface assembly. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
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A fault code of "F" then "1" flashes when there is a primary control failure. You will need to replace the machine/motor control assembly. Page 14 and 16, in the manual link below will help you with this.
F then 2 flashes when in: Diagnostics Test mode if a stuck key is detected. Standby mode if there is a user interface mismatch. DISPLAY (Saved Code) EXPLANATION AND RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE
Console and Indicators This test is performed when any of the following situations occurs during the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test:
None of the indicators light up No beep sound is heard Some buttons do not light indicators None of the indicators light up: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the P11 connector is inserted all the way into the machine/motor control. 2. Visually check that the user interface assembly is properly inserted in the console assembly 3. If both visual checks pass, replace the user interface assembly. 4. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 5. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair. 6. If indicators still do not light, the machine/ motor control has failed: Unplug washer or disconnect power. Replace the machine/motor control assembly. Plug in washer or reconnect power. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
No beep sound is heard: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the P5 connector is inserted all the way into the machine/motor control. If visual check passes, replace the user interface assembly. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair. 4. If replacing the user interface assembly failed: Unplug washer or disconnect power. Replace the machine/motor control assembly. Plug in washer or reconnect power. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
Some buttons do not light indicators: 1. Perform steps in Accessing & Removing the Electronic Assemblies, and visually check that the console electronics and housing assembly is properly inserted into the front console. If visual check passes, replace the user interface assembly. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Activate the Console and Indicators Diagnostic Test mode to verify repair.
To Access/replace the CCU:
#1
Unplug the Whirlpool Cabrio power cord from the wall outlet. Turn off the water supply to the washing machine. Pull the washer away from the wall so that you can access the screws behind the control console. Remove the hex head screws securing the control console to the washer with a nut driver. The screws are on the lower rear edge of the control console. #2
Lift the control console up, and rotate the console forward so that the face of the console is resting on the top of the washer. Locate the interface board cable connector to the right of the plastic tube on the back of the console. Pull the end of the connector straight out of the control console. The primary machine control is the box that the plastic tube connects. #3
Place small pieces of masking tape around the nine wires connecting to the primary machine console. Label the wire locations onto the masking tape with a pencil. Grasp each wire at the connector with your fingers, and pull the wires away from the primary control. Pull the plastic tube out of the primary control. #4
Locate the nut toward the bottom of the primary control. Remove the nut with a nut driver. Lift the front of the primary control slightly, and slide it down to disengage the retaining clips. Pull the primary control out of the control console. Insert the new primary control into the control console. Slide the primary control up to engage the lower clips. Secure the primary control to the console with the single hex head screw. #5
Push each of the wire connectors into their respective positions on the primary control until they lock into place. Push the plastic tube hose over the port on the right side of the primary control. Remove the small pieces of masking tape from the wires. #6
Position the control console back upright on the top of the washer. Secure the control console to the washer with the three hex head retaining screws. Slide the washer back against the wall. Turn on the water supply and plug the washer into the wall outlet.
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