Harry S Belvidere , NJ May 23, 2023 Appliance: Model WTW4950HW3 The metal om metal sound at the end of the spin cycle. Also found gearcase oil covering the inside of the drive belt plastic cover. Replaced the Gearcase assembly which is a sealed unit that is not serviceable. Also replaced the clutch and belt because they were covered in gearcase oil. Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set, Wrench Set
John N Piney Point , MD September 24, 2020 Appliance: Model KENMORE W104161159 Squeaking belt. After watching the repair video, wife challenged that the repair done before dinner. Finished in 20 minutes. Yes, before dinner. Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set
Brian R Rch Cucamonga , CA February 10, 2025 The washer made a terrible squealing noise when the drive would engage Changed the drive belt and drive clutch. It was a simple fix but the plastic cage that holds the smaller gear in place was difficult to take off, but otherwise any easy fix. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers
April M Mcleansville , NC March 16, 2025 Burning smell belt dust on the floor and washing machine not spinning correctly Replaced belt Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers, Socket Set
Wayne B New Lenox , IL November 07, 2025 Appliance: Maytag Washer MVWC565FW2 Worn drive belt Unplug from receptacle, disconnect water lines, lay towel on ground, flip machine over on its front side resting on the towel, remove belt cover, replaced belt and cover. May need a helper when flipping machine on its front side. Do not attempt to replace the belt by leaning the washer against a wall instead of laying it down. Machine could easily slide plus you will not have enough room to remove or install new belt. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers