Whirlpool Duet Sport WFW8300SW Instruction Manual page 68

18. Remove the drive motor from the tub (see
page 4-23 for the procedure).
19. Remove the temperature sensor and
heater from the tub (see page 4-22 for
the procedure).
20. Remove the four motor control unit wiring
standoffs from the tub. Squeeze in on the
standoff tabs to release the standoffs.
Motor Control Unit Wiring Standoffs
21. Remove the four shock absorbers from
the tub. To remove a shock absorber:
a) Remove the 11/16˝ (17 mm) mount-
ing bolt and nut from the base.
11/16˝ (17 mm)
Bolt & Nut
b) Using a pair of pliers, turn the top of
the shock absorber 90° so that the
locking tabs align with the slots in the
tub, and remove the shock absorber.
Turn Shock
Absorber Here
REASSEMBLY NOTE: When you re-
install the shock absorbers in the base
mounting brackets, tighten the nut until it
contacts the bracket, then turn the nut an
additional 1/4-turn.
22. Remove the end of the vent tube from
the tub.
23. To remove the tub and basket:
a) Lift the tub and basket assembly and
unhook the two suspension springs,
then remove the assembly from the
washer, and place it front-side down
on a padded surface.
Unhook Tub Springs
4-30
Slot
Tab
Remove Vent Tube