Shawn Smith for Model Number whirlpool lsq9564jq0 Originally, my Whirlpool was not agitating. I replaced the Motor Coupler and Agitator Dogs and reassembled the machine. As I ran a test cycle, the washer filled correctly, agitated correctly, but encountered a new problem when spin cycle started. There is a loud clicking noise, not quite grinding, but clearly metal "slipping" type of sound. The machine will spin with no problem, but as speed increases, the sound intensifies. I pulled off the agitator to watch the spin cycle and see if I could identify the problem. I could see the metal rod, where bolt is inserted to hold agitator in place, "slipping" (not spinning at same speed as drum). Is this a clutch issue? A washer drive block issue? Maybe something else? One last bit of info, for years, the machine has leaked a orange/red substance that I assume is grease (not a black oil). Wondering if I've finally run out of something and this is what's causing the metal clicking / slipping sound? Any thoughts? Shawn
Answer Shawn, This issue could be caused by a faulty drive block or possibly the spanner nut being loose. You will also want to make sure that the tub is not rounded out where the drive block goes into it which would cause the same type of slipping issue. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Monday, December 2, 2013