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Whirlpool Washer Drive Belt Replacement #W10388414

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drive belt on Whirlpool front-load washing machines. The most common reasons for replacing the drive belt are when the washer is making loud noises, won’t drain, won’t spin, or won’t agitate.

All of the information in this drive belt replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Amana

Tools used: multi-screwdriver, nutdriver bit

Step By Step Instructions

1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
And if installed, remove the four rear panel cabinet plugs by lifting and sliding them out.
3
Next, remove the mounting screws securing the rear panel and slide the panel down and out.
4
Now, rotate the tub drive pulley to help unthread the old drive belt and pull it free.
5
Install the new drive belt by hooking it onto the motor pulley.
6
Then, loop the belt onto the tub drive pulley while rotating the pulley to fully align the belt.
7
With the belt in place, slide the rear panel up into position and secure the mounting screws.
8
Snap in the cabinet plugs if available.
9
You're now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the drive belt on Whirlpool front-load washing machines. The most common reasons for replacing the drive belt are when the washer is making loud noises, won’t drain, won’t spin, or won’t agitate.

All of the information in this drive belt replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Maytag, Amana

Tools used: multi-screwdriver, nutdriver bit
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
And if installed, remove the four rear panel cabinet plugs by lifting and sliding them out.
3
Next, remove the mounting screws securing the rear panel and slide the panel down and out.
4
Now, rotate the tub drive pulley to help unthread the old drive belt and pull it free.
5
Install the new drive belt by hooking it onto the motor pulley.
6
Then, loop the belt onto the tub drive pulley while rotating the pulley to fully align the belt.
7
With the belt in place, slide the rear panel up into position and secure the mounting screws.
8
Snap in the cabinet plugs if available.
9
You're now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.

Applicable Product Model

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Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Front Loading
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Cleaner
Cleaner
$7.62
Total$0.00

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