Jo11, this is a tricky washer. I would suggest a new door interlock part number DC64-00653A. The connector may be a bit more tricky. Samsung does sell the wiring harness, the main one is `$30 and the sub one is ~$20 we just have to find which one is needed. If at all possible post an image of the connector with your original question. this way we may be able to help you a bit better. Follow [guide|13164|this guide] to post an image. I don't think you have to buy a new washer. We can always teach you to repair the wiring with different connectors:-). Hope this helps good luck.