Whirlpool WTW5057LW0 Technical Manual page 39

Removing the Impeller Cap on 2 in 1
Agitator Model
1. Complete the steps 1-6 from Removing the 2 in 1 Agitator (For
Applicable Models Only).
2. Insert screwdriver vertically into one of the two holes.
3. Use the blade of the screw driver to flex the leg outward to unsnap one
side.
4. Repeat above steps 1-2 with the other hole/leg and then, remove the
cap (This can also be done simultaneously with two (2) small screw
drivers).
FOR SERVICE TECHNICIAN'S USE ONLY
Removing the Impeller Cap
NOTE: For 2 in 1 Agitator/Impeller models look at instructions titled
"Removing the Impeller Cap on 2 in 1 Agitator Models".
1. Insert the blade from a small screwdriver into the slot in the impeller
cap, pry the cap up and remove.
Removing the Impeller
1. Remove the 7/16" (11 mm) hex-head bolt from the impeller, then lift
and remove the impeller from the basket.
NOTE: Any time the impeller bolt is
removed, Loctite adhesive (Threadlocker Blue
®
242 or similar adhesive) must be reapplied,
®
otherwise the bolt will eventually work itself
loose resulting in a second service call.
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