Removing The Wash Motor - Whirlpool LHW0050PQ Service Manual

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before
operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Turn off the water supply to the washer.
3. Remove the top cover from the washer
(see page 4-2 for the procedure).
4. Remove the rear panel (see page 4-13).
5. Pull out on the drive belt while you slowly
turn the pulley and remove the belt from
the washer.

REMOVING THE WASH MOTOR

Wash Motor
Pulley & Belt
6. Squeeze the two locking arms on the
wiring harness connector and pull the con-
nector off the motor terminal.
7. Remove the wash motor mounting hard-
ware (consists of four 1/2" hex-head bolts,
two flat washers, and locknuts) from the
wash motor, and remove the motor from
the washer.
Motor Mounting Hardware
Wiring Harness
Connector
4-16
Wash Motor
Locking Arms