If your Amana washing machine won’t agitate, you’ve come to the right place. This detailed guide lists the causes of this issues and provides steps on how to resolve them.
These repairs require some tools and a lot of patience. If you aren’t confident in your repair skills, please call a technician.
So, without wasting any more time, let’s get right to it…
Amana Washing Machine Won’t Agitate — Solution
If your Amana washing machine won’t agitate, here are the issues to look for…
1. Door Isn’t Locked
As a safety precaution, many washing machines won’t start any cycles if the door isn’t properly shut. Make sure to firmly shut the door/lid of your machine before starting any cycles.
If your washing machine door isn’t locking, you’ll need to replace the lid assembly. Here’s how to do this…
How To Replace Amana Front Loader Washing Machine Door Lock
Take the following steps to replace a failed door lock in your front loader Amana washing machine…
Step 1. Please ensure that your washing machine is unplugged from the power outlet before starting this repair in order to prevent any chance of electrocution.
Step 2. Open your washing machine’s door. With either a pair of needle-nosed pliers or a flat-blade screwdriver, pry off the metal retaining wire around the door boot seal (take care not to damage the seal).
Step 3. Remove the screws holding the door lock assembly to the cabinet using a Philips screwdriver. Peel the door seal aside and pull the door lock out of place.
Step 4. Disconnect the wire harness attached to the door lock and set the lock aside. Remove your new washing machine door lock from its packaging.
Step 5. Connect the electrical connector to the new door lock and install the it in the cabinet. Apply the screws with your screwdriver to secure the new lock.
Step 6. Carefully fit the door boot seal back around the door opening. Use your flat-blade screwdriver or pliers to fit the retaining wire around the boot seal.
Step 7. Close the door of your machine and plug the power cord back into the electrical supply. Try running a wash cycle to make sure the problem has been fixed.
How To Replace Amana Top Loader Washing Machine Lid Lock
Do the following to replace a damaged lid lock in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent electrocution, make sure your washing machine is unplugged from the electrical supply before starting this repair. Secure the lid of your washing machine using some tape.
Step 2. With a 1/4 inch nut-driver, take out the screws at the back of your washing machine securing the control panel rear cover. Pull the cover off the machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Disconnect the lid lock wire connector from the terminal on the control board. Release the lid lock wire from the retainer.
Step 4. Use the nut-driver to take out the screws holding the top panel to the cabinet. Pull the top panel forwards then lift it and support it.
Step 5. With a flat-blade screwdriver, release the lid lock wire from the retainers at the bottom of the control panel.
Step 6. Use a Philips screwdriver to remove the screws holding the lid lock to the top panel. Pull the lid lock assembly off the top panel and set it aside.
Step 7. Remove your new washing machine lid lock from its packaging. Mount the new lid lock on the top panel and use your screwdriver to apply the screws.
Step 8. Secure the lid lock wires in the retainers and pass the connector through the opening in the top panel.
Step 9. Lower your washing machine’s top panel and snap it into the cabinet. Peel the tape off the lid and connect the new lid lock connector to the control board.
Step 10. Secure the new lid lock wire in the retainer at the back of the machine. Put the rear cover onto the machine and apply the bolts at the back.
Step 11. Apply the bolts at the back of your machine with your nut-driver to secure the top panel to the cabinet. Plug the power cord back into the outlet and try running a cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
2. Damaged Agitator (Top Loaders Only)
Here’s what you’ll need to take to replace a damaged agitator in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Make sure your washing machine is unplugged from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Open the lid of your washing machine. Pull the cap off the agitator and use a 1/2 inch socket with an extension to take out the agitator bolt.
Step 3. Carefully pull the agitator out of the machine and set it aside. Take your new agitator out of its packaging.
Step 4. Install the new agitator in your machine and use your socket wrench to apply the mounting bolt. Snap the agitator cap on and close the lid of your machine. Plug the power cord into the electrical supply and try running a wash cycle to see if the problem has been fixed
3. Damaged Drive Belt
Your washing machine will not be able to agitate if the drive belt is damaged. Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a damaged drive belt on your Amana washing machine.
Replacing Amana Front Loader Washing Machine Drive Belt
Do the following to replace the drive belt in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent electrocution, unplug your washing machine from its power supply before starting this repair.
Step 2. Using a screwdriver, take out the screws at the back of your machine holding the rear panel. Lift the panel off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Slowly rotate the drive pulley and take the old belt off if intact. Remove your new washing machine drive belt from its packaging.
Step 4. Loop the new drive belt around the drive pulley and motor pulley (the grooved side of the should face downwards).
Step 5. Put the rear panel back onto the machine and apply the mounting screws with your screwdriver. Plug the power cord back into the electrical supply and run a wash cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
Replacing Amana Top Loader Washing Machine Drive Belt
Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace the drive belt in your top loader Amana washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution or water leakage, ensure that your washing machine’s water supply is turned off and the power cord is unplugged from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Secure the lid of your machine by putting some tape over it. With a pair of pliers, unscrew the two water inlet hoses from the ports at the back of your washing machine (ensure that you keep a rag nearby to clean any water leaks).
Step 3. Carefully tilt your machine forwards and lay it on the floor. Use a nut-driver to take out the bolts holding the belt cover to the bottom of the machine. Pull the belt cover off and set it aside.
Step 4. If still intact, carefully pull the drive belt off the two pulleys and set it aside. Remove your new washing machine drive belt from its packaging.
Step 5. Loop the new belt around the two pulleys (the grooved side of the belt should face downwards).
Step 6. Put the belt cover onto the bottom of the machine and apply the bolts with your nut-driver to secure it.
Step 7. Carefully lift the machine upright and peel the tape off the lid. Reconnect the two water supply lines to the ports at the back of your machine (ensure that the hoses are secured properly so water won’t leak out).
Step 8. Turn your machine’s water supply back on and plug the power cord back into the outlet. Run a wash cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
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4. Failed Water Pressure Sensor
Your washing machine won’t start agitating until the drum fills with water. If your machine doesn’t agitate even when the drum is full, it indicates that the pressure sensor is damaged.
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a damaged water pressure sensor in your Amana washing machine…
Replacing Water Pressure Sensor In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace your Amana top loader washing machine’s water pressure sensor…
Step 1. Unplug your washing machine’s power cord from the electrical supply before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Insert a putty knife underneath the your machine’s control panel to release the two retaining clips.
Step 3. Lift the control panel and lay it on your machine’s lid. Pull the air pressure tube off the port on the water pressure sensor.
Step 4. Disconnect the wire connector attached to the pressure sensor. With a flat-blade screwdriver, pry the pressure sensor off the control panel and set it aside.
Step 5. Take your new water pressure sensor out of its packaging. Snap the new pressure sensor onto the control panel and connect the air pressure tube to it.
Step 6. Connect the electrical connector to the new sensor. Lift the control panel and snap it back into place. Plug the power cord back into the outlet and test the machine by running wash cycle.
Replacing Water Pressure Sensor In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Here’s how to replace the water pressure sensor in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Turn off the electricity supply to your washing machine before proceeding with this repair.
Step 2. With a 1/4 inch nut-driver, take out the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the top panel. Pull the panel backwards about an inch or so, and lift it off the machine.
Step 3. Pull the air pressure hose off the pressure sensor. Disconnect the electrical connector attached to the sensor.
Step 4. Rotate the water level sensor and pull it off the cabinet. Take your new water level sensor out of its packaging.
Step 5. Connect the air pressure hose to the new sensor and connect the wire harness. Snap the new sensor onto the cabinet.
Step 6. Put your washing machine’s top panel back in place and apply the nuts with your nut-driver. Plug the machine back into the electrical supply and run a wash cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
5. Failed Drive Motor
To replace a failed drive motor in your Amana washing machine, here are the steps you’ll need to take…
Replacing Failed Drive Motor In Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace the drive motor in your Amana front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Ensure that your machine is disconnected from its power supply before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution.
Step 2. Take out all the screws at the back of your machine securing the rear access panel. Pull the rear panel off your machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Take the drive belt off the motor pulley and drive pulley. Disconnect the wire connectors attached to the motor (make sure to note where each connector goes). release the wires from the retainers.
Step 4. Use a socket wrench to take out the mounting bolts holding the drive motor to the bottom of the tub assembly. Carefully pull the motor out of place and set it aside.
Step 5. Remove your new washing machine drive motor from its packaging. Mount the new motor at the base of the tub and use your socket wrench to apply the bolts.
Step 6. Plug each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the new drive motor and secure the wires in the retainer.
Step 7. Loop the drive belt around the motor pulley and drive pulley. Put the rear panel of your machine back on and apply the bolts with your nut-driver.
Step 8. Plug your washing machine back into the electrical supply and test it by running a cycle.
Replacing Failed Drive Motor In Top Loader Washing Machine
Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace your top loader washing machine’s drive motor…
Step 1. Shut your machine’s water supply and disconnect the power cord from the outlet in order to prevent water leaks or electrocution. Secure your washing machine’s lid by putting some tape over it.
Step 2. Spread a towel on the floor beneath the two water supply hoses. Use your pliers to unscrew the two hoses from the back of your machine (some water will spill out).
Step 3. With the help of another person, tilt the washing machine forwards a bit and lay it on the floor.
Step 4. Use your nut-driver to remove the bolts at the bottom of the tub holding the drive belt cover. Take the cover off the machine and set it aside.
Step 5. Pull the drive belt off the two pulleys and set it aside. Disconnect the electrical connector attached to the motor assembly.
Step 6. Use your socket wrench to remove the bolts holding the motor to the bottom of the tub. Carefully pull the motor off the machine and set it aside.
Step 7. Remove your new washing machine motor from its packaging and mount it at the bottom of the tub assembly. Apply the bolts with your socket wrench to secure it.
Step 8. Connect each electrical connector to the terminal on the new motor. Loop the drive belt around the motor pulley and drive pulley (make sure the grooved side of the belt faces downwards.
Step 9. Put the belt cover onto the machine and use your nut-driver to apply the bolts. Lift the machine upright carefully and peel the tape off the lid.
Step 10. Connect the two water supply lines back to the ports at the back of your machine (ensure that they are secured properly so water can’t leak out).
Step 11. Connect your washing machine back to the power supply and turn the water valve back. Ensure that the issue has been fixed by running a wash cycle.
Amana Washing Machine Won’t Spin Or Agitate — How To Fix
If your Amana washing machine won’t spin or agitate, here are the issues to look for…
1. Damaged Motor Coupler (Top Loaders Only)
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a damaged motor coupler in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Ensure that your washing machine is unplugged from the power supply and the water valve is turned off before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution or water leaks.
Step 2. Insert a putty knife underneath your washing machine’s control panel to release the two retaining clips. Lift the control panel and let it hang over the rear cover. Disconnect the lid lock wire connector on the top panel.
Step 3. With a flat-blade screwdriver, pry out the spring clips holding the cabinet to the rear panel. Carefully lift the cabinet off the assembly and set it aside.
Step 4. Release the two clips holding the pump to the motor using a flat-blade screwdriver. Lift the pump assembly off and set it aside.
Step 5. Disconnect the wire harness attached to the motor assembly. Use a 1/4 inch nut-driver to take out the screws on the clamps securing the motor to the tub. Carefully lift the motor out of place.
Step 6. Pry two of the coupler pieces off the motor shaft. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry the third coupler piece off the transmission shaft.
Step 7. Take your new washing machine coupling kit out of its packaging. Push one coupler piece onto the motor shaft as far as possible. Put the rubber right after it.
Step 8. Push the other coupler piece onto the transmission shaft. Mount the motor assembly back onto the plate and secure it using the clamps and screws.
Step 9. Connect the wire harness to the motor assembly. Mount the drain pump onto the motor shaft and secure it with the two clips.
Step 10. Lift the cabinet and put it back onto the machine. Secure the cabinet to the rear panel by pushing the retaining clips into place with a flat-blade screwdriver.
Step 11. Connect the electrical connector back to the top of the cabinet. Carefully lower the control panel and snap it back into the cabinet.
Step 12. Plug your washing machine back into the power outlet and turn the water valve back on. Run a spin cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
2. Damaged Clutch (Top Loaders Only)
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a damaged clutch in your top loader Amana washing machine…
Step 1. Make sure your washing machine is unplugged from the power outlet and the water valve is turned off before starting this repair in order to prevent water leaks or electrocution.
Step 2. With a pair of pliers, squeeze the clamp on the drain hose at the back of your washing machine and slide it out of place. Pull the hose off the back of your machine.
Step 3. Unscrew the two water supply hoses from the ports at the back of your machine (ensure that you have a rag nearby to clean any water leakage).
Step 4. Open the lid of your machine. Pry the cap off the agitator and use a socket wrench with an extension to take out the bolt holding it. Carefully pull the agitator out of the tub and set it aside.
Step 5. Put some tape over the lid of your machine to secure it. With the help of another person, tilt the machine backwards carefully and lay it on the floor.
Step 6. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry off the two clips holding the pump to the motor. Carefully pull the drain pump off the motor shaft and set it aside.
Step 7. Disconnect the motor wire harness and use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry the wires out of the retainer.
Step 8. With a 1/2 inch socket, take out the bolts holding the gear case to the bottom of the machine. Carefully pull the gear case and motor assembly out of the machine.
Step 9. Pull the clutch washer off the shaft and set it aside. With a pair of needle-nosed pliers, pull out the clutch support ring. Finally, use your flat-blade screwdriver to pry out the clutch retaining ring.
Step 10. Lift the clutch off the gear case shaft. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry out the C clip holding the brake cam. Pull the brake cam off and set it aside.
Step 11. Take your new washing machine clutch assembly out of its packaging. Insert the new isolator ring into the new clutch.
Step 12. Place the new brake cam (included in the new clutch kit) onto the other end of the drive tube. Fit the C clip around the brake cam to secure it.
Step 13. Slide the new clutch down the shaft. Secure the new clutch using the retainer ring and support ring. Finally slide the clutch washer into place.
Step 14. Carefully lift the motor/gear case assembly and slide it into place. Apply the mounting bolts with a socket wrench to secure it.
Step 15. Connect the wire harness back to the motor and secure the wires in the retainer.
Step 16. Place the drain pump onto the motor shaft and secure it with the two retaining clips. Lift your washing machine upright carefully (get someone to help you if needed).
Step 17. Peel the tape off the lid of your washing machine. Carefully lower the agitator onto the shaft and secure it by applying the mounting bolt. Snap the cap onto the agitator.
Step 18. Connect the drain hose back to the outlet port on your washing machine. Secure it by sliding the retaining clamp into place.
Step 19. Reconnect the two water supply lines to the ports at the back of your washing machine (make sure the hoses are secured properly so water can’t leak out).
Step 20. Plug your machine back into the electrical supply and turn the water valve back on. Test the machine by running a spin cycle.
3. Damaged Motor Control Board
Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace the motor control board in your Amana washing machine…
How To Replace Motor Control Board In Amana Front Loader Washing Machine
Replace the motor control board in your Amana front loader washing machine by doing the following…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, make sure your washing machine is unplugged from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Carefully tilt the machine backwards and support it against a wall. Use a Philips screwdriver to loosen the screws holding the lower front access panel. Pull the access panel off and set it aside.
Step 3. Release the wires from the retainer on the control board. Use a screwdriver to take out the screws holding the grounding wire to the bottom of the cabinet.
Step 4. Remove the mounting screws holding the control board to the cabinet. Pull the motor control board out and disconnect all the electrical connectors attached to it.
Step 5. Set the motor control board aside and take the new board out of its packaging. Connect the electrical connectors to the appropriate terminal on the new control board.
Step 6. Mount the new control board in the cabinet and apply the mounting screws with your screwdriver. Secure the grounding wire to the floor of the cabinet by applying the mounting screw.
Step 7. Put the lower front access panel back onto your washing machine and apply the screws to secure it. Carefully lower your machine back to the floor.
Step 8. Plug your washing machine back into the electrical supply and test the machine by running a wash cycle.
How To Replace Motor Control Board In Amana Top Loader Washing Machine
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace the motor control board in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent electrocution, make sure your washing machine is unplugged from the power outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Go to the back of your washing machine and use a 1/4 inch nut-driver to take out the bolts holding the control panel cover. Pull the panel off your machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Pull the pressure tube off the port on the board. Disconnect all the wire connectors attached to the control board. Release the wires from the retainers using a flat-blade screwdriver.
Step 4. With a Philips screwdriver, remove the screws holding the control board to the top of the machine. Pull the control board off and set it aside.
Step 5. Take your new motor control board out of its packaging. Mount the new control board on the cabinet and secure it with the screws.
Step 6. Connect each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the new control board. Secure the wires in the retainers.
Step 7. Connect the air pressure tube to the port on the new control board. Lift the control board cover and snap it into place. Apply the screws with your nut-driver to secure it.
Step 8. Plug your washing machine’s power cord back into the electrical supply and try running a spin cycle to see if the issue has been resolved.
4. Damaged Transmission (Top Loaders Only)
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace the transmission assembly in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Turn off your washing machine’s water supply valve and unplug the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. With a pair of pliers, unscrew the two water supply hoses from the inlet ports on your machine (ensure that you have a rag handy to clean up any water leaks).
Step 3. Put some tape over the lid of your washing machine to secure it. Use a 1/4 inch nut driver to remove the screws at the back of your machine holding the top panel.
Step 4. Pull the top panel forwards, lift it up, and support it. With a flat-blade screwdriver, pry the tub cover off the outer tub and set it aside.
Step 5. Pry the cap off the agitator and set it aside. Using a 7/16 inch socket wrench with an extension, take out the bolt holding the agitator to the drum. Carefully lift the agitator off the shaft and set it aside.
Step 6. Use a hammer and tub nut wrench to loosen the tub nut. Carefully lift the inner tub and set it aside.
Step 7. With a hammer, carefully knock the drive block off the drive tube. Lower the top panel and apply the bolts at the back.
Step 8. Tilt the machine forwards carefully and lay it on the floor (get someone to help you if needed).
Step 9. With a nut-driver, take out the bolts holding the belt cover to the bottom of the machine. Pull the belt cover off and set it aside.
Step 10. Carefully take the drive belt off the motor pulley and transmission pulley. Disconnect the motor assembly wire harness and release the wires from the retainer.
Step 11. Use your socket wrench to loosen the bolts holding the motor to the base of the machine. Carefully pull the motor off.
Step 12. Unplug the wire harness of the shift actucator. Use your screwdriver to take out the mounting screws holding the actuator to the machine. Pull the shift actuator off the machine.
Step 13. Unplug the electrical connector from the capacitor and take out the screw holding it to the machine. Pull the capacitor off.
Step 14. Take out the nut holding the transmission pulley using a 13mm socket wrench. Take the pulley off the machine.
Step 15. Press the tabs on the splutch housing and pull it off the machine. Take out the drive gear and spring.
Step 16. Use your socket wrench to take out the bolts holding the transmission assembly to the bottom of the machine. Pull the transmission assembly out of the tub carefully and set it aside.
Step 17. Remove your new transmission assembly from its packaging. Slide the new transmission assembly into place and use your socket wrench to apply the mounting bolts.
Step 18. Put the spring, gear, and splutch housing back into place. Put the drive pulley onto the new transmission and use your socket to apply the bolt.
Step 19. Mount the start capacitor on the new transmission and secure it by applying the screw. Plug the electrical connector back to the capacitor.
Step 20. Put the shift acutator onto the transmission assembly and apply the mounting screws. Plug the wire connector to the actuator.
Step 21. Mount the motor assembly on the base of the machine and apply the mounting bolts with your socket wrench. Connect the wire harness back to the motor and secure the wires in the retainer.
Step 22. Loop the drive belt back around the motor pulley and transmission pulley (make sure the grooved side of the belt faces inwards).
Step 23. Put the belt cover back on and secure it with the bolts. Lift your washing machine upright carefully.
Step 24. Loosen the nuts at the back securing the top panel. Lift the top panel and support it.
Step 25. Slide the drive block onto the drive tube. Lower the inner tub onto the shaft. Put the tub nut on and use the hammer and wrench to secure it.
Step 26. Lower the agitator onto the shaft and apply the bolt with your socket wrench. Snap the cap onto the agitator.
Step 27. Snap the tub cover onto the tub assembly. Lower the top panel back onto the cabinet and apply the nuts at the back to secure it.
Step 28. Peel the tape off the lid and connect the two water supply hoses back to the ports on your washing machine. Plug your machine back to the electricity supply and turn the water valve back on. Try running a spin cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
5. Worn Bearings (Only Applicable To Top Loaders)
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace damaged bearings in your Amana top loader washing machine…
Required Tools:
- Philips Screwdriver
- Towel
- Hammer
- 5/16 Inch Nut-Driver
- 3/8 and 7/16 Inch Sockets And Long Extension
- Putty Knife
- 1/4 Inch Allen Wrench
- Adjustable Wrench
- Flat-Blade Screwdriver
- Bearing Installation Kit
Step 1. Shut your washing machine’s water supply and disconnect the power cord from the outlet before attempting this repair in order to prevent any chances of electrocution or water leakage.
Step 2. Put some tape on your washing machine’s lid to secure it. Insert a putty knife underneath the top panel of your washing machine to release the two retaining clips. Lift the top panel and support it against a wall (do not rely on the hinges).
Step 3. Squeeze the clamp on the hose attached to the tub cover and slide it out of place. Disconnect the hose from the cover.
Step 4. Use your flat-blade screwdriver to pry the cap off the agitator. Take out the bolt holding the agitator using a 7/16 inch socket wrench. Carefully pull the agitator out of the tub and set it aside.
Step 5. With a Philips screwdriver, remove the screws holding the basket hub. Pull the basket hub out of the inner tub and set it aside.
Step 6. Pry the tub cover off the tub assembly with a flat-blade screwdriver. Lift the inner tub out of the machine and set it aside.
Step 7. Lower the top panel carefully. Tilt the machine backwards a bit and support it against a wall.
Step 8. Use your 1/4 inch Allen wrench to take out the bolt holding the rotor. Pull the rotor off the tub and set it aside.
Step 9. With a 3/8 inch socket wrench, take out the bolts holding the stator to the bottom of the machine. Take the stator, stator shield, and stator retainer off the bottom of the machine.
Step 10. Disconnect the wire harness attached to the stator and set the stator aside. Squeeze the end of the shaft with a pair of pliers and use your adjustable wrench to loosen the nut holding the shaft.
Step 11. Use a mallet to knock the shaft through the opening. Set the machine back on the floor, then lift the top panel and support it.
Step 12. Pull the drive tube out of the tub and set it aside. Using the bearing removal rod (included in the bearing installation tool kit) and a hammer, knock out the lower bearing from inside the tub.
Step 13. Lower the top and tilt the machine backwards. Remove the knocked out parts from underneath the machine and set them aside.
Step 14. From the bottom of the tub, use the hammer and bearing removal rod to knock out the upper bearing.
Step 15. Lower the machine to the floor and lift the top panel. Remove the upper bearing from the tub and set it aside. Remove your new bearing kit from its packaging.
Step 16. Clean the bearing housing with a cloth. Place the upper bearing into the seat. Take your bearing installation tool and unscrew the three lower pieces.
Step 17. Slide the installation tool shaft through the bearing opening. Lower the top and tilt the machine backwards once more.
Step 18. Slide the new bearing spacer tube and washer onto the shaft at the bottom of the tub. Push the lower bearing onto the shaft.
Step 19. Put the three bearing installation tool pieces back on and use your adjustable wrench to tighten the installation tool bolt as much as possible (this will force the lower bearing into place.
Step 20. Use the wrench to loosen the nut and take the three lower pieces off. Set the machine back on its fit and lift the top panel. Take the bearing installation tool out of the tub and set it aside.
Step 21. Slide the drive tube through the upper bearing and knock into place with a mallet and wooden block.
Step 22. Tilt the washing machine backwards again. Secure the drive shaft by using your adjustable wrench to apply the bolt.
Step 23. Plug the electrical connectors to the terminals on the stator and secure the wires in the retainer. Put the stator shield onto the tub and put the rotor on it.
Step 24. Place the front stator plate onto the stator and use your socket wrench to apply the mounting bolts.
Step 25. Put the rotor assembly onto the stator and apply the nut with your 1/4 inch Allen wrench.
Step 26. Set your washing machine back onto its fit and lift the top panel. Take the new bearing seal and fill the grooves inside with the provided grease.
Step 27. Apply a bead of the sealant (included in the bearing kit) around the bearing seal. Slide the new seal above the upper bearing.
Step 28. Use a mallet and the provided bearing installation tube to firmly push the seal into place. Apply an even coat of the sealant above the bearing seal.
Step 29. Use a tissue to clean any excess grease or sealant on the shaft or outer tub. Lower the inner tub onto the drive shaft. Put the basket hub onto the shaft and apply all the screws with your screwdriver to secure it.
Step 30. Snap the tub cover onto the tub assembly. Connect the circulation hose back to the port on the tub cover and secure it by sliding the retaining clamp in place.
Step 31. Place the agitator on the shaft and use your socket wrench to apply the mounting bolt. Snap the agitator cap back on. Lower your washing machine’s top panel and snap it back into the cabinet. Peel the tape off the lid.
Step 32. Plug your machine back into the electricity supply and turn the water valve back on. Try running a spin cycle to see if the problem has been fixed.
Note: Please keep in mind that this is a complex repair. If you aren’t confident in your repair skills, we strongly advise against attempting this repair.
