Fix loud grinding noise or basket won't spin issues. This washer transmission gearcase drives the agitator and basket rotation. Moderate DIY repair.
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Whirlpool cabrio wtw5500xw0 transmission gearcase failure John H. • Fort Polk , LA • February 28, 2017
Symptoms: Machine was spinning and spitting a dark colored oil in a circular pattern on the floor under the machine. No strange noises, just messy. Researched issue, Gear-case bad, seal deteriorated and not preventing water from entering gear-case. The additional cam, belt etc I had replaced due to the amount of oil and transmission residue attached to them.
Ordered parts, EVERYTHING parts-wise that is needed is included in gear-case package.
**NOTE: You WILL need to get a whirlpool spanner...
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