How to Replace a Washing Machine Belt

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Unplug your washing machine from the electrical outlet or power source before attempting to replace the washing machine drive belt.

   If it does have one, it will be on one of the sides, most likely the back.
   
   It will need to be removed for washing machine belt replacement.
   
   If not, you will have to look through the bottom of your machine for the drive belt. ,, This will protect the area from water that will leak from the washing machine. ,,,,,,,,
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   Step 2: Check to see if your washing machine has an access panel.

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   Step 3: Remove the access panel of your washing machine once you locate it to make sure your model has a drive belt.

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   Step 4: Cover the floor where your washing machine is located once you've determined that your model has a drive belt.

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   Step 5: Gently turn the washing machine on its side once you determine that your model runs with a drive belt.

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   Step 6: Locate the washing machine belt

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   Step 7: which will be black in color.

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   Step 8: Remove the clamps that connect rubber coupling

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   Step 9: the belt and washing machine motor.

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    Step 10: Slide the old washing machine drive belt off the transmission and motor pulleys.

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    Step 11: Replace the new washing machine drive belt by slipping it over the transmission and motor pulleys from which you removed the old belt.

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    Step 12: Reconnect the rubber coupling and the clamps over the new washing machine belt.

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    Step 13: Turn your washing machine back to the upright position.

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    Step 14: Plug the machine back into the power outlet and give it a try to make sure it now runs properly.

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