Is your Frigidaire washing machine not working? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This detailed guide will give you easy-to-follow steps on how to fix these issues…
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Frigidaire Washing Machine Hot Water Not Working — Solved
Is the hot water in your Frigidaire washing machine not working? If so, you’ll need to replace the heater element. Here’s how to do this…
Step 1. Turn your washing machine’s power supply off before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution. Move your washing machine forwards a bit to give you more working space.
Step 2. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the rear access panel. Pull the panel off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 3. Disconnect all the electrical connectors attached to the heating element under the tub (make sure to note where each connector goes).
Step 4. Using a 10mm socket wrench, loosen the bolt holding the heating element. Pry the heater out of the housing using a flat-blade screwdriver and set it aside.
Step 5. Take your new washing machine heating element out of its packaging. Push the new heater into the housing and apply the mounting bolt to secure it. Connect each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the new heating element.
Step 6. Put the rear access cover back onto the washing machine and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the mounting screws. Plug the power cord into the outlet and try running a wash cycle to see if the issue has been fixed.
Frigidaire Washing Machine Spin Cycle Not Working — Quick Fix
Is your Frigidaire washing machine not working during spin cycles? If so, here are some issues to look for…
1. Broken Drive Belt
Your washing machine will not be able to spin if the drive belt is broken. Here’s how to replace a damaged drive belt in your Frigidaire washing machine…
How To Replace Broken Drive Belt In Frigidaire Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a damaged belt in your Frigidaire front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Shut off your washing machine’s water supply and unplug the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair. Unscrew the two water inlet hoses from the ports at the back of your washing machine (keep a towel nearby to clean any water leaks).
Step 2. Use a Philips screwdriver to remove all the screws at the back of your washing machine holding the rear access panel. Pull the panel off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 3. If still intact, pull the drive belt off the drive pulley and motor shaft. Take your new washing machine drive belt out of its packaging.
Step 4. Loop the new drive belt around the motor shaft and drive pulley ensure that the grooved part of the belt faces downwards.
Step 5. Snap the rear access panel back into place and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws.
Step 6. Connect the two water supply hoses back to the ports on your washing machine (ensure that you secure the connections properly in order to prevent water leaks). Turn the water supply valve back on and plug the power cord back into the outlet. Try running a spin cycle to make sure everything is working properly.
How To Replace Broken Drive Belt In Frigidaire Laundry Center Washing Machine
Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace a broken drive belt in your Frigidaire laundry center washing machine…
Step 1. Shut off your washing machine’s water supply and unplug the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Get someone to help you move the washing machine forwards a bit. Use a screwdriver to detach the venting from the back of your machine.
Step 3. Pull the drain hose out of your home drain. Spread a rag on the floor under the inlet hoses. Unscrew the water supply lines from the ports at the back of your washing machine (some water will spill).
Step 4. Put some tape over your washing machine’s lid to secure it. With the help of another person, carefully tilt the washing machine backwards and lay it on the floor.
Step 5. Take out the four mounting bolts holding the drive belt cover with a 10mm socket wrench. Pull the cover off the machine and set it aside.
Step 6. Take the old belt off the pulleys if still intact and set it aside. Take your new washing machine drive belt out of its packaging. Loop the new drive belt around the drive pulley and motor shaft (the grooved part of the belt should face downwards).
Step 7. Put the drive belt cover back on and use your socket wrench to apply the mounting bolts. Carefully lift your washing machine upright and peel the tape off the lid.
Step 8. Connect the HOT and COLD water inlet hoses back to the ports at the back of your washing machine (secure them properly so water doesn’t spill). Insert the drain hose back into the home drain.
Step 9. Attach the venting to the washing machine and move your washer back into place. Plug your washing machine’s power cord back in and turn the water supply valve on. Try running a spin cycle to ensure that everything is working as it should.
How To Replace Broken Drive Belt In Frigidaire Top Loader Washing Machine
To replace a broken drive belt in your top loader Frigidaire washing machine, here’s what you’ll need to do…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, unplug your washing machine’s power cord from the outlet before starting this repair. To secure the lid of your washing machine, put some tape over the lid.
Step 2. Insert a tool such as a putty knife under the top panel to release the two retaining clips. Lift the panel up and support it.
Step 3. Take out the two screws at the bottom of the front panel using a Philips screwdriver. Lift the front panel upwards and pull it off your washing machine.
Step 4. Pull the broken drive belt from the bottom of the cabinet an set it aside. Take your new drive belt out of its packaging.
Step 5. Push the idler pulley inwards. Loop the new belt around the motor shaft and idler pulley (ensure that the grooved part of the belt faces downwards).
Step 6. Snap the front panel back onto your washing machine and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws at the bottom. Lower the top panel and snap it into place. Peel the tape off the lid and plug the power cord back in.
2. Door Isn’t Properly Locked
For safety reasons, some washing machines will not start a spin cycle if the door isn’t firmly shut. If your washing machine’s door isn’t locking, you’ll need to replace the lock. Here’s how to do this…
How To Replace Door Lock In Frigidaire Laundry Center Washing Machine
Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace a failed lid lock in your Frigidaire laundry center washing machine…
Step 1. Prevent any chances of electrocution by unplugging the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Insert a putty knife under your washing machine’s top panel and to release the two retaining clips. Lift the top panel slightly and disconnect the lid lock electrical connector.
Step 3. Pull the top panel off your washing machine. Open the lid of the main top panel. Use a mallet to knock the lid lock upwards and pull it out of place.
Step 4. Take your new washing machine lid lock out of its packaging. Mount the new lid lock on the top panel and snap it into place. Connect the electrical connector to the new lid lock and snap the top panel back into the washing machine.
Step 5. Plug the power cord back into the outlet and try running a spin cycle to make sure the issue has been fixed.
Step 5. Snap the top panel back into the washing machine and peel the tape off the lid. Plug the power cord back into the electrical supply and try running a wash cycle to see if the issue has been fixed.
How To Replace Door Lock In Frigidaire Front Loader Washing Machine
Take the following steps to replace a faulty door lock assembly in your Frigidaire front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Prevent any chances of electrocution by unplugging the power cord before starting this repair.
Step 2. Open your washing machine’s door. Use a flat-blade screwdriver or a pair of needle-nosed pliers to take out the retaining band around the door boot seal (be careful not to damage the door seal).
Step 3. Peel the seal aside away from the door lock. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the screws holding the door lock to the cabinet. Reach behind the door seal and pull the door lock out of place. Disconnect the electrical connector from the door lock and set the lock aside.
Step 4. Take your new washing machine door lock out of its packaging. Connect the electrical connector to the new door lock. Install the new door lock assembly in your washing machine and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws.
Step 5. Fit the door boot seal back around the door opening. Use the needle-nosed pliers to fit the door retaining wire around the seal. Close the door of your washer. Plug the power cord back into the outlet and run a spin cycle to make sure everything is working properly.
How To Replace Door Lock In Frigidaire Top Loader Washing Machine
Replace a failed door lock in your Frigidaire top loader washing machine by doing the following…
Step 1. Turn off your washing machine’s power supply before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution. Put some tape on your washing machine’s lid.
Step 2. Release the clips holding the top panel by inserting a putty knife underneath it. Lift the top panel and support it.
Step 3. Disconnect all the electrical connectors attached to the lid lock. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the two screws holding the lid lock to the top panel. Pull the lock off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 4. Take your new washing machine lid lock out of its packaging. Install the new lid lock on the top panel and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the mounting screws. Connect the electrical connectors to the new lid lock.
3. Damaged Drive Motor
Here’s how to replace a damaged drive motor in your Frigidaire washing machine…
How To Replace Damaged Drive Motor In Frigidaire Front Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a damaged drive motor in your Frigidaire front loader washing machine…
Step 1. Unplug your washing machine’s power cord from the outlet and turn the water supply valve off before starting this repair in order to prevent any chances of water leakage and electrocution.
Step 2. Disconnect the COLD and HOT water supply hoses from the inlet ports at the back of your washing machine (you should keep a rag nearby to clean up any water leaks).
Step 3. Take out all the screws holding your washing machine’s rear access panel using a Philips screwdriver. Pull the panel off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 4. Slowly rotate the drive pulley and pull the drive belt off. Disconnect the electrical connectors attached to the drive motor (make sure to take note of where each connector goes).
Step 5. Use a socket wrench to take out the mounting bolts holding the drive motor to the bottom of the tub. Carefully pull the motor out of your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 6. Take your new washing machine drive motor out of its packaging. Install the new drive motor at the bottom of the drum and apply the mounting bolts with your socket wrench.
Step 7. Connect each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the new drive motor. Loop the drive belt around the motor shaft and drive pulley (the grooved part of the belt should face inwards).
Step 8. Snap the rear panel back onto your washing machine and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws. Connect the inlet hoses back to the ports on the machine (secure them properly so water doesn’t leak.
Step 9. Turn on your washing machine’s water supply valve and plug the power cord back into the outlet. Try running a spin cycle to ensure that everything is working properly.
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How To Replace Damaged Drive Motor In Frigidaire Top Loader Washing Machine
Here’s what you should do in order to replace a damaged drive motor in your Frigidaire top loader washing machine…
Step 1. Turn off your washing machine’s electrical supply before starting this repair in order to prevent electrocution. Secure your washing machine’s lid by putting some tape over it.
Step 2. Insert a tool such as a putty knife underneath the main top panel (this will release the two retaining clips). lift your washing machine’s top panel and support it.
Step 3. Take out the two screws at the bottom of the front panel using a Philips screwdriver. Lift the panel upwards and pull it off the machine.
Step 4. Pull the tub forwards and disconnect the horizontal and vertical springs at the bottom (make sure to take note of where each spring goes). Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the two screws holding the motor shield to the side of the drum.
Step 5. Disconnect the electrical connectors attached to the capacitor. Set the capacitor and shield assembly aside.
Step 6. Use a socket wrench to take out the front mounting bolt holding the tub to the base. Insert a block of wood under the tub and lift the tub upwards. Insert the bolt into the whole on the tub above the mounting base (this will support the tub).
Step 7. Disconnect the motor assembly electrical connector. Push the idler pulley inwards and pull the drive belt off.
Step 8. Take out the bolts holding the motor assembly to the base using a 3/8 inch wrench. Carefully lift the motor out of your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 9. Take your new washing machine drive motor out of its packaging. Install the new motor assembly in your washing machine and apply the mounting bolts to secure it. Connect the electrical connector to the new motor.
Step 10. Push the idler pulley inwards once more and fit the drive belt around the motor shaft and idler pulley.
Step 11. Insert the block of wood under the tub once more and take the bolt out. Carefully lower the tub and put the front mounting bolt back into place.
Step 12. Connect each electrical connector back to its appropriate terminal on the capacitor. Put the motor shield back on and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws to secure it.
Step 13. Hook the vertical and horizontal springs back to the base of the machine. Snap the front panel back onto the cabinet and apply the two screws at the bottom to secure it.
Step 14. Lower the front panel and snap it back in place. Peel the tape off your washing machine’s lid. Plug the power cord back into the outlet and try running a spin cycle to make sure everything is working properly.
How To Replace Damaged Drive Motor In Frigidaire Laundry Center Washing Machine
Here’s how to replace a defective drive motor in your Frigidaire laundry center washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent water leaks and electrocution, we recommend shutting off your washing machine’s power supply and unplugging the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Get someone to help you move the washing machine forwards (this will give you more working space). Use your screwdriver to take the venting off the back of the washing machine.
Step 3. Disconnect the two water supply hoses from the ports at the back of your washing machine (ensure that you have a rag nearby to clean up any water leakage). Pull the machine’s drain hose out of the home drain.
Step 4. Put some tape over your washing machine’s lid to secure it. With the help of another person, carefully tilt your washing machine backwards and lay it on the floor.
Step 5. Take out the four bolts holding the drive belt cover with a 10mm socket wrench. Pull the cover off the machine and set it aside.
Step 6. Rotate the drive pulley slowly and pull the drive belt off. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the washer drive motor (make sure to take note of where each electrical connector goes).
Step 7. Use a 1/2 inch socket wrench to take out the two bolts holding the motor assembly to the bottom of the machine. Pull the drive motor off and set it aside.
Step 8. Take your new washing machine drive motor out of its packaging. Mount the new motor at the bottom of the tub. Apply the mounting bolts with your socket wrench to secure it.
Step 9. Connect the electrical connectors to their appropriate terminals on the new motor assembly. Loop the drive belt back around the two pulleys (ensure that the grooved side of the belt faces downwards).
Step 10. Put the drive belt cover back onto the machine and apply the four bolts to secure it. Lift your washing machine upright and peel the tape off the lid.
Step 11. Insert the washer’s drain hose back into the home drain and connect the venting back to the appliance.
Step 12. Connect the two water supply hoses back to the ports on your washing machine (make sure to secure them properly so water doesn’t leak out). Turn the water supply valve back on and plug the power cord into the outlet. Make sure everything works properly by running a spin cycle.
4. Damaged Tub Bearing
The bearing is mounted at the bottom of the tub and ensures that the drum spins smoothly. If this part gets damaged, your washing machine will not be able to spin properly.
To see if the your washer’s bearing is damaged, try rotating the drum by hand. If the drum doesn’t turn freely, you’ll need to replace the bearing. Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace a damaged bearing in your Frigidaire washing machine…
How To Change Damaged Bearing In Frigidaire Top Loader Washing Machine
Do the following to replace a defective tub bearing in your Frigidaire top loader washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, make sure to unplug your washing machine’s power cord from the outlet before starting this repair. Put some tape on your washing machine’s lid to secure it.
Step 2. Insert a putty knife under your washing machine’s top panel. Lift the panel upwards and support it. Use a Philips screwdriver to remove the two screws at the bottom of the front panel. Push the front panel downwards and lift it off your washing machine.
Step 3. Pull the dispenser cover and cup off the agitator and set them aside. Remove the bolt holding the agitator to the drum using a 1/2 inch socket wrench. Pull the agitator out of your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 4. Pull the air pressure tube off the retainer on the tub cover. Pry the tabs on the tub cover to release it from the outer tub (use a flat-blade screwdriver if needed) Pull the tub cover off and set it aside.
Step 5. Take out the two trunnion block mounting bolts inside the tub using the 1/2 inch socket. Take the trunnion block out and set it aside.
Step 6. Lift the inner tub out of the tub assembly and set it aside. Push the brass ring downwards to release it from the gasket. Pull the gasket and brass ring off the shaft and set them aside.
Step 7. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the two screws holding the motor shield to the side of the tub. Set the motor shield aside.
Step 8. Place a rag on the floor of the cabinet. Use a pair of pliers to press the clamp on the outlet hose connected to the bottom of the tub. Pull the hose off the tub (some water will spill out).
Step 9. Disconnect the air pressure tube from the port at the side of the tub. Use your socket wrench to take out the the three mounting bolts around the base of the tub. Lift the outer tub off the shaft and set it on the floor upside-down.
Step 10. Take out the screws holding the tub bearing to the bottom of the tub. Pry the bearing off the tub with a flat-blade screwdriver and set it aside.
Step 11. Take your new washing machine tub bearing out of its packaging. Push the new bearing into the opening at the bottom of the tub and apply the two screws with your Philips screwdriver to secure it.
Step 12. Lower the outer tub back onto the shaft and apply the three bolts at the base. Connect the air pressure tube back to the air dome at the side of the tub.
Step 13. Connect the drain hose back to the port at the bottom of the tub. Slide the retaining clamp into place to secure it. Put the motor shield back into place and secure it by applying the two screws with your Philips screwdriver.
Step 14. Push the brass ring and gasket back onto the shaft. Lower the inner tub into the tub assembly. Put the trunnion block back in place and apply the two bolts to secure it.
Step 15. Snap the tub cover onto the tub assembly and secure the air pressure tube in the retainer.
Step 16. Snap the agitator back in place inside the tub and apply the bolt to secure it. Put the dispenser cover and cup back onto the agitator.
Step 17. Snap the front panel back onto your washer’s cabinet and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the screws at the bottom.
Step 18. Lower the top panel and snap it into the cabinet. Peel the tape off the lid and plug the power cord back into the outlet. Try running a spin cycle to see if the issue has been fixed.
How To Change Damaged Bearing In Frigidaire Front Loader Washing Machine
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a damaged bearing assembly in your front loader Frigidaire washing machine…
Step 1. In order to avoid any chances of water leakage and electrocution, shut off your washing machine’s water supply and unplug the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Use a pair of pliers to help unscrew the COLD and HOT water supply hoses from the ports at the back of your washing machine (you should keep a towel nearby to clean water leaks).
Step 3. Take out all the screws holding the rear access panel of your washing machine using a screwdriver. Pull the access panel off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 4. Use a Philips screwdriver to take out the screws at the back of your washing machine securing the top panel. Slide the panel backwards a few inches and lift it off your washing machine.
Step 5. Take out the two screws at the lower front section of your washing machine to release the panel. Pull the panel off the machine and set it aside.
Step 6. Open your washing machine’s door. Using a flat-blade screwdriver or a pair of needle-nosed pliers, carefully pull the metal retaining wire off the door boot seal. Peel the door seal the door opening. Release the clamp holding the door boot seal to the water inlet port. Pull the seal off the port.
Step 7. Place a 1/2 inch socket on the pointed end of the upper right shock absorber mounting pin. Pull the pin out from the other end using a pair of pliers. Repeat this process for the other shock absorber. Pull the shock absorbers off the tub.
Step 8. Slowly rotate the drive pulley and take the drive belt off the motor shaft. Disconnect the electrical connector attached to the drive motor. Use a socket wrench to take out the bolts holding the drive motor to the bottom of the tub. Carefully pull the motor assembly out of place and set it aside.
Step 9. Cut the zip-tie holding the motor wires to the bottom of the tub. Loosen the screw clamp on the drain hose connected to the bottom of the tub. Place a towel on the floor of the cabinet and pull the hose off (some water will leak out).
Step 10. Pull the vent tube off the port at the top of the tub. Using a socket wrench, take out the two bolts holding the counter-weight at the back of the tub. Pull the counter-weight off the machine and set it aside.
Step 11. Use your screwdriver to take out the mounting screws holding the motor control board to the cabinet. Pull the control board out of place and disconnect the electrical connectors from the board.
Step 12. Using your screwdriver, take out the screws holding the spring retaining straps. With the help of another person, carefully lift the suspension springs and lower the machine to the floor of the cabinet. Pull the drum assembly out of your washing machine.
Step 13. Turn the tub upright and use a socket wrench to take out all the bolts holding the two halves of the drum. Pull the front half of the outer drum off the drum assembly.
Step 14. Turn the tub assembly upside down. Take out the bolt holding the pulley wheel to the back of the outer tub using a 9/16 inch socket wrench. Lift the pulley wheel off the machine.
Step 15. Pull the bottom half of the outer tub off the inner tub (if this is difficult for you, apply some anti-rust oil between the shaft and the drum bearing and let it sit for a while).
Step 16. Turn the bottom half of the outer tub upright and lay it on two wooden supports. Use a mallet and a chisel to carefully knock the outer bearing out of the tub (if this is difficult, apply some anti-rust oil).
Step 17. Turn the tub over. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry the tub seal off the tub. Use your mallet and drift to carefully knock the inner bearing out.
Step 18. Take your new bearing kit out of its packaging. Push the new inner bearing into the opening and tap it into place using a mallet. Push the new bearing seal into place right above it.
Step 19. Turn the tub over and knock the new outer bearing into place with your mallet (be careful not to damage the drum or the new bearings).
Step 20. Lower the bottom half of the outer tub onto the inner tub shaft. Put the pulley wheel back onto the tub assembly and apply the mounting bolt to secure it.
Step 21. Turn the tub assembly over. Put the front half of the outer tub back on and use your socket wrench to apply all the screws.
Step 22. Hook the two suspension springs back onto the tub. With the help of another person, lift the tub assembly by the springs and put it back into the cabinet. Hook each spring on the cabinet.
Step 23. Put the spring retaining straps back on and apply the screws to secure them. Connect the vent tube back to the port at the top of the outer tub.
Step 24. Go to the back of your washing machine and connect each electrical connector back to its appropriate terminal on the control board. Install the control board in the cabinet and apply the mounting screws with your screwdriver.
Step 25. Place the counter-weight back onto the back of the outer tub. Use your socket wrench to tighten the two mounting bolts.
Step 26. Connect the drain hose back to the port at the bottom of the tub. Tighten the screw clamp with your screwdriver to secure it. Use a zip-tie to secure the motor wires to the bottom of the tub.
Step 27. Mount the drive motor at the base of your washing machine. Use your socket wrench to apply the mounting bolts. Connect each electrical connector to its appropriate terminal on the drive motor.
Step 28. With the grooved side facing inwards, loop the drive belt around the drive pulley and motor shaft. Snap the two shock absorbers into the tub mounts and push the retaining pins into place.
Step 29. Open your washing machine’s door. Fit the door boot seal back around the water inlet port and secure it with the retaining clamp. Fit the door seal around the door opening (ensure that the seal isn’t damaged). Use your pliers to fit the retaining band around the door boot seal. Close the door of your washing machine.
Step 30. Put the lower front access panel back onto your washing machine and use a Philips screwdriver to apply the screws at the bottom.
Step 31. Slide the top panel back into place and use a screwdriver to apply the screws at the back. Put the rear access panel back on and apply all the screws using a Philips screwdriver.
Step 32. Connect the HOT and COLD water inlet hoses back to the ports at the back of your washing machine (make sure to secure them properly so water doesn’t leak out). Turn the water supply valve back on and plug the power cord back into the outlet. Try running a spin cycle to make sure the problem has been fixed.
5. Damaged Transmission Assembly
Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace a damaged transmission assembly in your Frigidaire washing machine…
How To Replace Frigidaire Top Loader Washing Machine Transmission
Here’s what you’ll need to do to replace a damaged transmission assembly in your Frigidaire top loader washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent any chances of electrocution, make sure to turn off your washing machine’s power supply before starting this repair. Secure the lid of your washing machine by putting some tape over it.
Step 2. Insert a tool such as a putty knife under the main top panel to release the two retaining clips. Lift the top panel and support it.
Step 3. Take out the two screws at the bottom of the front panel. Pull the panel off your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 4. Push the idler pulley inwards to release tension on the drive belt. Pull the drive belt out and set it aside. Pull the dispenser cover and cup off the agitator and set them aside.
Step 5. Take out the bolt holding the agitator to the washing machine using a 1/2 inch socket wrench. Pull the agitator out of the tub and set it aside.
Step 6. Release the air pressure tube from the retainer on the tub cover. Pry the tabs on the tub cover off the outer tub and set the tub cover aside.
Step 7. Use your socket wrench to take out the two bolts holding the trunnion block mounting bolts. Take the block out of the washing machine and set it aside. Lift the inner tub out of the tub assembly.
Step 8. Release the brass ring from the gasket by pushing it downwards. Pull the brass ring and gasket off the shaft and set them aside. Use your Philips screwdriver to take out the two screws holding the motor shield to the side of the tub.
Step 9. Place a towel on the floor of your washing machine’s cabinet. Use a pair of pliers to press the clamp holding the drain outlet hose to the tub and slide it out of place. Disconnect the drain hose from the tub (some water will spill out).
Step 10. Disconnect the air pressure tube from the port at the side of the drum. Use your socket wrench to take out the three mounting bolts at the base of the outer tub. Pull the outer tub off the shaft and set it aside.
Step 11. Pull the spacer off the drive shaft. Take out the bolt holding the transmission pulley with a 3/8 inch socket wrench. Take the pulley out and set it aside.
Step 12. Use your socket wrench to take out the bolts holding the transmission bearing block to the mounting plate. Pull the transmission assembly out of your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 13. Take your new washing machine transmission out of its packaging. Use your socket wrench to take out the new bolts in the new transmission bearing block.
Step 14. Position the new transmission assembly on the mounting plate and apply the bolts to secure it. If applicable, slide the new provided drive block onto the transmission assembly. If your new transmission assembly doesn’t come with a new block, just transfer the block from the old one.
Step 15. Position the transmission pulley on the drive shaft and secure it by applying the bolt. Slide the space back onto the shaft. Lower the inner tub onto the shaft and apply the three bolts on the base.
Step 16. Connect the air pressure tube back to the pressure dome at the side of the tub. Connect the drain hose back to the outlet port at the bottom of the tub. Secure the hose by sliding the retaining clamp into place with a pair of pliers.
Step 17. Put the motor shield back against the tub and apply the two screws to secure it. Slide the gasket and brass ring down the shaft. Push them down firmly to secure.
Step 18. Lower the inner tub into the tub assembly. Put the trunnion block in place and use your socket wrench to tighten the two mounting bolts to secure it.
Step 19. Snap the tub cover onto the tub assembly. Secure the air pressure tube in the retainer on the tub cover.
Step 20. Place the agitator assembly inside the washing machine and secure it by applying the mounting bolt with your socket wrench. Put the dispenser cover and cup back onto the agitator.
Step 21. Push the idler pulley inwards and fit the drive belt back around the pulley wheels. Snap the front panel back onto your washing machine and use your Philips screwdriver to apply the two screws at the bottom.
Step 22. Lower the top panel and snap it into the cabinet. Peel the tape off your washing machine’s lid. Turn your washing machine’s power supply back on and try running a spin cycle to ensure that the issue has been fixed.
How To Replace Frigidaire Laundry Center Washing Machine Transmission
Here are the steps you’ll need to take to replace a damaged transmission assembly in your Frigidaire laundry center washing machine…
Step 1. In order to prevent electrocution and water leaks, make sure to shut off your washing machine’s water supply valve and unplug the power cord from the outlet before starting this repair.
Step 2. Get someone to help you move your washing machine forwards (this will give you more working space). detach the venting from the back of your washing machine using your screwdriver.
Step 3. Unscrew the HOT and COLD water inlet hoses from the ports at the back of your washing machine (you should keep a rag nearby to clean up any water leaks). Pull the drain hose out of your home drain.
Step 4. Insert a tool such as a putty knife under the main top panel of your washing machine to release the two retaining clips. Disconnect the lid lock electrical connector and pull the panel off your washing machine.
Step 5. Take out the two screws at the bottom of the front panel using a Philips screwdriver. Push the front panel downwards and lift it off your washing machine.
Step 6. Detach the four suspension rod springs from the tub cover. Take out the two mounting nuts at the back of your washing machine holding the control board mounting plate with a 5/16 inch nut driver.
Step 7. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry the plate out of the washing machine. Pull the control board housing housing out. Disconnect the electrical connectors for the tub components and release the wires from the retainers on the control board.
Step 8. Pass the tub component wires and connector through the opening in the dryer support panel. Push the control board assembly back into the housing.
Step 9. Go to the front of your washing machine. Use a 5/16 inch socket wrench to take out the bolt holding the grounding wire to the cabinet. With the help of another person, carefully tilt your washing machine backwards and lay it on the floor.
Step 10. Disconnect the air pressure tube from the port at the side of the tub. Cut the zip-tie holding the air pressure tube to the right suspension rod.
Step 11. Slide the four suspension rods downwards to take them off the outer tub. Place a towel on the floor of the cabinet. Use a pair of pliers to press the clamp on the drain hose connected to the bottom of the drum and slide the clamp out of place. Disconnect the hose from the tub (water will spill out).
Step 12. Carefully pull the tub assembly through the bottom of the cabinet and set it on the floor upright. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry the tabs on the tub cover to release it. Pull the tub cover off and set it aside.
Step 13. Pull the cap off the agitator. Use a 10mm socket with an extension to take out the bolt holding the agitator to the tub. Pull the agitator out of your washing machine and set it aside.
Step 14. Take out the two bolts holding the tub mounting hub to the transmission shaft using a 6mm Allen wrench. Lift the inner tub off the tub assembly and set it aside.
Step 15. Turn the outer tub over and lay it on the floor. Take out the four mounting bolts holding the drive belt cover using a 10mm socket wrench. Take the drive belt cover off and set it aside.
Step 16. Carefully pull the drive belt off the two pulleys. Disconnect the electrical connector of the clutch actuator. Use your 10mm socket to take out the two bolts holding the clutch actuator. Set the actuator aside.
Step 17. Use a pair of needle-nosed pliers to release the wires from the retainers on the transmission plate. Take out the eight mounting bolts holding the transmission plate to the bottom of the machine using a 3/8 inch socket. Pull the transmission off the tub and set it aside.
Step 18. Take your new transmission assembly out of its packaging. Use a 17mm socket wrench to take out the mounting bolt holding the transmission pulley. Take the pulley off the old transmission and transfer it to the new one. Apply the bolt to secure it.
Step 19. Mount the new transmission assembly at the bottom of the outer tub. Apply the eight bolts with your socket wrench to secure it. Snap all the wire retainers into the openings on the new transmission plate.
Step 20. Put the clutch actuator back into place and use your socket wrench to apply the bolts. Connect the electrical connector back to the actuator.
Step 21. Carefully loop the drive belt around the transmission pulley and the motor pulley (the grooved part of the belt should be facing downwards). Put the drive belt cover back on and use your socket wrench to apply the four mounting bolts.
Step 22. Turn the outer tub over and lower the inner tub onto the shaft. Secure the inner tub mounting hub to the shaft by applying the two bolts with your Allen wrench.
Step 23. Place the agitator bolt on the end of a 10mm socket with an extension. Turn the agitator over and carefully push the socket wrench with the bolt into the opening. Lower the agitator into the washing machine and apply the bolt to secure it. Put the agitator cap back on.
Step 24. Snap the tub cover onto the outer tub. Carefully lift the tub assembly back into the cabinet. Connect the air pressure hose back to the port at the side of the tub.
Step 25. Connect the outlet hose back to the port at the bottom of the port. Slide the retaining clamp back in place with a pair of pliers to secure the hose.
Step 26. Slide each suspension rod through the opening on the outer tub. Secure the air pressure tube to the front rod with a zit-tie.
Step 27. Get someone to help you lift the washing machine upright. Secure the grounding wire to the cabinet using your wrench.
Step 28. Pry the control board housing out of the back of your washing machine using a flat-blade screwdriver. Pass the tub component wire connector through the opening in the dryer support panel.
Step 29. Connect the electrical connector back to the control board and secure the wire in the retainers. Slide the control board assembly back into the housing and apply the two bolts to secure it.
Step 30. Hook the four suspension rod springs back onto the tub cover. Snap your washing machine’s front panel back onto the cabinet and apply the two screws at the bottom with your Philips screwdriver to secure it.
Step 31. Connect the electrical connector back to the lid lock on the top panel. Snap the top panel back into the cabinet. Insert the drain hose back into the home drain.
Step 32. Connect the COLD and HOT water supply lines back to the ports at the back of your washing machine (secure them properly so there’s no chance of water leakage).
Step 33. Connect the venting back to your washing machine. Plug your washing machine’s power cord into the outlet and turn the water supply valve back on. Try running a spin cycle to make sure everything is working as it should.
