{"id":16227,"date":"2025-04-22T06:59:08","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T13:59:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=16227"},"modified":"2026-07-14T11:25:28","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T18:25:28","slug":"how-to-replace-the-capacitor-on-a-whirlpool-washing-machine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-replace-the-capacitor-on-a-whirlpool-washing-machine\/","title":{"rendered":"How to replace the capacitor on a Whirlpool washing machine"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your Whirlpool washer isn\u2019t starting or spinning, replacing the WP8572717 capacitor might do the trick\u2014here\u2019s how.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":16383,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_aviaLayoutBuilderCleanData":"[av_image src='https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Updated-blog-rectangle-132.jpg' attachment='16384' attachment_size='full' copyright='' caption='' styling='' align='center' font_size='' overlay_opacity='0.4' overlay_color='#000000' overlay_text_color='#ffffff' animation='no-animation' hover='' appearance='' link='' target='' title_attr='' alt_attr='' lazy_loading='disabled' id='' custom_class='' av_element_hidden_in_editor='0' av_uid='av-1c6gc0z' admin_preview_bg=''][\/av_image]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size='' av-medium-font-size='' av-small-font-size='' av-mini-font-size='' font_color='' color='' id='' custom_class='' av_uid='av-m9ms1kip' admin_preview_bg='']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On a Whirlpool washer, the capacitor is responsible for storing electrical energy and providing a power boost to start the motor, allowing your washer to begin its cycle.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common signs that indicate the need for replacement include the washer struggling to start, humming noises without movement, or the motor not running despite power being supplied.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, with a few basic tools and some patience, you can tackle this repair yourself and get your washer back in working order. 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We recommend consulting your manufacturer's documentation or<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/repair-help\/\"> <b>contact us<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with any questions.<\/span><\/em>\r\n\r\n[lwptoc numeration=\"none\"]\r\n<p style=\"font-size:14.5px;margin:14px 0;font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,sans-serif\"><a href=\"#app-safety-notes\">Full safety notes below<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tools and materials<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/whirlpool-capacitor-motor-start-wp8572717-ap6013434.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacement part<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (make sure it's compatible with your model before installing)<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flat head screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phillips screwdriver<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety precautions<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When working on any appliance, remember to keep safety first. 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Make sure the work area is completely dry.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check your user manual to see if there are specific installation or safety instructions for your part or appliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be gentle when handling or removing parts. Excessive force might damage the appliance or cause injury.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear safety glasses when working with chemicals, dust or cleaning large debris to prevent injury.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the appliance has recently been used, give it plenty of time for any heating parts to cool down before working on it.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take pictures or make a note of wiring connections before disconnecting to prevent any problems with reassembly.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replacement steps<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<b>Step 1: Disassembly\u00a0\u00a0<\/b>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the two screws holding the control panel in place at the front and rear.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift off any trim covers or use a putty knife to release spring clips.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slide the control panel forward about 1\/2 an inch and lift it back over the back of the machine.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disconnect the lid switch and use a flathead screwdriver to pry out the two retaining spring clips that hold the body to the frame.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift up on the lid, grab the body near the front, put your foot against the body of the machine, tilt the body back to about a 45-degree angle, and carefully lift it off the washer.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove the capacitor from the plastic bracket at the bottom by prying on it to release the capacitor.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the new capacitor does not come with a foam shield, carefully remove the shield from the old capacitor.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrap the foam shield around the new capacitor. If needed, use double-sided tape or rubber cement to secure it.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press the wires onto the appropriate connectors of the new capacitor. The placement of the wires does not matter.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flip the capacitor over and place it back into the holding bracket. Use a flathead screwdriver to pry the tab down and press the capacitor into place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<b>Step 2: Reassembly\u00a0<\/b>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the body at a 45-degree angle and swing it back onto the washing machine.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When sliding the body back onto the frame, make sure the lower lip goes underneath the frame, then lower it down onto the four locking tabs.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hook the retaining spring clips onto the back panel and use a flathead screwdriver to push them down into place.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reconnect the lid switch.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rotate the control panel forward over the front of the machine, ensuring the locking tabs lock in place. Pull it back about half an inch and replace the screws.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plug the washer back in and turn the water back on.<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test the washer to check for any problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional information<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for reading! We hope this guide helped you replace the capacitor on your Whirlpool washer.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you still need some replacement parts, grab your model number and head over to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/\"><b>AppliancePartsPros.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We offer over two million parts and most orders arrive in two business days. 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