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Here is an Amana washer that had issues with the shift actuator. This was determined after running the automatic diagnostics. Replacement is straight forward with no pitfalls or difficulties.
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To work on this replacement, you will need to gain access to the bottom. It is best to place the washer on its front. Place a few old blankets etc. so as not to scratch the front to much. Since I did a total rebuild on this washer, I had also removed the control panel. It was easier for me to place the washer upside down :-)
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First the pulley cover has to be removed. It is attached via two 5/16 bolts
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Use an electric screwdriver with a short extension and a 5/16 socket to remove the right screw,
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followed by the left screw, is easiest. A hand ratchet or a nut driver will of course work as well.
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Remove the pulley cover
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Now clearly visible are
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The motor
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The pulley for the drive (clutch/splutch is underneath)
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The shift actuator
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The start capacitor for the motor
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Here is a close up of the shift actuator
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Remove the electrical connector by squeezing the locking tab down and pulling the connector off.
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The actuator is held in place by two Philips head screws. Here they are actually using two green colored screws
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Use a #2 Philips screwdriver to remove the left
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and right screw.
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Remove the actuator by pulling it up so that the pin clears the shifter assembly
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Shift actuator removed and the shifter is now fully visible
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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