Customer Questions and Answers for Lip Seal Kit by Whirlpool

Hello Merlyn. You need to order and replace the outer tub assembly 22004465 on the unit.

Hello Dean. You replace the lip seal 12002022 with the one you removed from the unit. The revised is used on newer tub models.

Estelle, An average DIY'r should be able to replace the lip seal kit 12002022 , You do ahve to be cautious when you re install the spin basket, so you don't nick the new seal. There aren't any special tools needed, and niether, the tub cover seal, or "boot" does not need top be repalced, unless damaged during the repair. Thanks

Hello Jim! Perhaps the part you are needing is apart of the spinner support kit, part number W10181639. Thanks!

Hello Bryan! The front bearing is part number WP22002934, the rear bearing is part number WP22003441, and the seal is part number 12002022. Thanks!

JD, Yes the tub bearings are two different sizes, WP22002934 and WP22003441. AP4027296 is the larger of the set and is installed in the front section of the tub assembly( closest to the lip seal). The AP4027027 is the smaller and is mounted in the rear,(closest to the drive pulley). Remember to use "molykote" grease on the shaft and bearing (back sides) and plenty in the gap between the bearings. Thanks and Good Luck

Hello Stephen. Yes, you will need to reinstall the bearing when installing the lip seal kit 12002022. Hope this helps.

Hi T. The rear tub assembly part # is 22004465. It comes with the lip seal. You will need the rear inner tub spinner support assembly. this part # is W10181639. Tub cover seal is part # WP22002077. All of these are needed to mate together for proper tub alignment and operations. There are 2- bearings in the outer tub that cannot be pressed in. Thank you.

Hello Denise. Yes, the water that you hear is the liquid in the balance ring on the inner tub. Hope this helps.

Hello Dado. It sounds like the bearings are not seated properly. These are pressed in from the factory. You will need to make sure the bearings seat all the way down. They are very tight to install. You may need to use a rubber mallet to seat them properly, but be careful not to damage the tub assembly. Hope this helps.