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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairLG Top-Load Washer Suspension Rod Replacement #4902EA1002E
LG Top-Load Washer Suspension Rod Replacement #4902EA1002E
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Total Parts Cost
$144.79Estimated Savings
$112.5002:04
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a suspension rod (or support rod) on LG and Kenmore top-load washing machines. The most common reason for replacing a suspension rod is if it has broken, causing the tub to not be level, lean to one side, and make noise when running through its cycles.
All of the information in this suspension rod replacement video is applicable to the following brands: LG, Kenmore
Tools used: putty knife
All of the information in this suspension rod replacement video is applicable to the following brands: LG, Kenmore
Tools used: putty knife
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the support rod in your washer unplug the power cord.
2
Now, lift up the lid and use a putty knife to help release the retaining clips securing the main top.
3
Lift up the main top and support it.
4
Lift the tub up and detach the support rod you’re replacing from the outer tub.
5
Lift the rod out of the support bracket to fully remove.
6
Prepare the new support rod for installation by applying some of the existing grease to both the top and bottom of the rod.
7
Now hook the top of the new rod in the support bracket.
8
Lift the tub up and attach the bottom of the rod to the outer tub
9
Remove the support lower the main top and snap it into place.
10
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a suspension rod (or support rod) on LG and Kenmore top-load washing machines. The most common reason for replacing a suspension rod is if it has broken, causing the tub to not be level, lean to one side, and make noise when running through its cycles.
All of the information in this suspension rod replacement video is applicable to the following brands: LG, Kenmore
Tools used: putty knife
All of the information in this suspension rod replacement video is applicable to the following brands: LG, Kenmore
Tools used: putty knife
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the support rod in your washer unplug the power cord.
2
Now, lift up the lid and use a putty knife to help release the retaining clips securing the main top.
3
Lift up the main top and support it.
4
Lift the tub up and detach the support rod you’re replacing from the outer tub.
5
Lift the rod out of the support bracket to fully remove.
6
Prepare the new support rod for installation by applying some of the existing grease to both the top and bottom of the rod.
7
Now hook the top of the new rod in the support bracket.
8
Lift the tub up and attach the bottom of the rod to the outer tub
9
Remove the support lower the main top and snap it into place.
10
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
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