Damon T Lemoore , CA August 24, 2018 Appliance: Whirlpool Home Washers Direct-Drive LSL9345EZ1 Whirlpool Washer Lsl9345ez1: Leaking water pump. How to replace Washer Drain Pump. Replaced water pump and rusted bottom retainer clip. Reinstalling the washer body is the hardest part of the repair. You will want the washer in position where you can get to both sides to make sure that the slot cut in the bottom line up with the rear notches. I had to persuade the front lip of the washer body so that it would slip under the frame and also line up in the rear. Other than that the video is spot on for repairing my model. 11 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours