This V-style drive belt measures 51 inches long and 3/8 inches wide. The belt is made to slip on the motor pulley to bring the basket up to the speed required. Continued use can result in the belt suffering from wear and tear. Replace the V-style drive belt if you notice that it looks damaged. The most common symptoms of a damaged drive belt include: a burning smell or a loud grinding noise coming from the washer; the drum will not spin, spins slowly, or will not agitate; the washer shakes and moves, will not start, or will not drain.
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This part fixes the following symptoms:
Burning smell | Noisy | Spins slowly | Pumps but will not spin
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Albert
September 29, 2017
Can I purchase and replace just the motor pulley?
For model number MAV2757AWW
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Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you’re looking for is only sold as part of the motor assembly,PartSelect Number PS11738839.
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Derek
July 1, 2019
My washer will start and go through the initial cycles of filling, then agitating but then all of a sudden will start to sound like its bogging out and is having a hard time running. When this starts to happen it then eventually stops, and a burning smell is present. There is also a consistent metal of metal grinding sound. Ive disconnected and washed out the pump and when i did the pulley wheel seems to grind on its metal casing which i assume is the noise i hear. My gut is telling me maybe the belt is slipping and also the drain pump is grinding on itself.. what is the answer here?
For model number PAV2300AWW
Hello Derek, thank you for inquiring. For this symptom you will want to replace the Drain Pump with Pulley part PS11741799 for your model.
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Danny
March 7, 2019
Motor pulley was broken because of wrong drive belt a little wider for Maytag washer mav3855aww is it easy to install a new pulley to the motor please tell me the right parts.On this model. Thank you.
For model number MAV3855AWW
Hello Danny, Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS11738839. The pulley is only sold as part of the motor assembly. We also have a How To Video online on how to install. Thank you for your inquiry, good luck with this repair!
Hello Ramiro, Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS11738882. Hope this helps, good luck with this repair!
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Brenda
May 10, 2019
I just replaced my belt because it wasn’t spinning all the water out now it spins all water out but doesn’t spin fast enough to wring clothes out
For model number Mav3855aww
Hi Brenda, thank you for your question. Other parts that you should check when your appliance is not draining correctly and not spinning fast enough would be your drain pump, your lid switch, and your motor. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.
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Dwight
March 10, 2018
How do I remove the timer knob to remove the timer for the washer?
For model number CAV2004AJW
Hello Dwight,
Thanks for your question. You will need to access the back of the timer. In the center there is a hole with a shaft. Pull out on this shaft which will let you remove the timer.
I hope this helps.
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Ronald
February 18, 2019
After the drying cycle the cloths are still damper then what they used to be iam thinking the belt might be the problem the washer is 10 years old and the belt has never been changed what is your thought that the problem might be the washer does run through the cycles ok
For model number mavt446aww
Hello Ronald, thank you for your question. Yes, we would recommend replacing the Drive Belt - 51 inches long Part Number: WP21352320 and Transmission Pulley and Bearing Kit Part Number: 12002213 first. If that doesn't fix the issue the issue could be the drain pump itself. I hope this helps!
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Thomas
February 25, 2019
Water will fill but the machine will not do anything besides that. I changed the belt. What else could it be ?
For model number PAVT244AWW
Hello Thomas, Thank you for contacting us.I suggest checking the following parts: PS2003651 Transmission Pulley and Bearing Kit, PS11738839 Motor with Pulley, and PS2017908 Agitator Base. Good luck with your repair!
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Steve
December 3, 2018
Tan motor pulley is coated with melty black gunk, i assume from belt slipping. I see new pulley only comes with motor unit, which i hope i do not need. I am thinking i can scrape off the black plastic from tan pulley, install a new belt and be done with it. Could melted plastic be part of original pulley, or more likely residue from melting belt?
For model number amana washer nav3335aww
Hello Steve, thank you for your question. The residue is probably from the belt, but it could be because the pulley is/has started to seize and will have to be replaced. If the pulley doesn't turn freely the motor would have to be replaced as the pulley is only available by ordering the motor part number PS11738839. I hope this helps!
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Jamie
November 15, 2018
On this washer the motor spins but does not contact with the belt, if the motor is physical push to create tension on the belt the drum then spins. Prior to it not working it was making loud noise during operation. Would this be the tension spring or belt or combination of both.
For model number MAV408DAWW
Hello Jamie, Thank you for the question. It sounds like the belt may be worn out and stretched and may need to be replaced. Hope this helps, good luck with this repair!
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Pump was making a grinding noise
The pump is located behind a small panel on the back, lower left side of my washer. It's attached to the bottom frame with 3 screws. It has two hoses attached, each with one spring clamp. Lift one side of the washer and slip the drive belt off the pully. Release the spring clamps on the hoses with a pair of pliers and remove the hoses. A small amount of water will drain from the hoses and pump when removed. Remove the three screws holding the pump to the frame and remove the pump. Install the new pump in the same position. Reattach the hoses, replace the belt, and reinstall the cover panel. That's all there is to it.
watched online video help. removed washer panels. removed washer springs. disconnected hoses. pulled tub out and placed on top to expose. snubber ring. replaced snubber ring, placed tub back into proper space. replaced old springs with new set. reconnect hoses. Washer ran perfect. Was about to spend $800.00 on new washer but only spent $43.00 in parts and a few hours labor and good as new
I pull out the motor pulley and put the new one then put belt on. but looks like the water pump its bad and I will have to order from you. Your service its the best I ever had ordering and deliver A+++++
Tipped machine 45-degrees to reveal belt on bottom of machine. Used screwdriver to remove old belt which looked fine. Installed new belt (which arrived from PartSelect within 2-days) but it felt loose. Tried machine anyway and it works just fine. Easiest repair ever. Thanks, PartSelect!
stephen from redondo beach, CA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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drive belt was squealing and slipping
I wasted time opening up the metal container for the washing machine, which was easier than expected. The top simply pops off with a little bit of prying with a screwdriver, then the front panel is held in place with two sheet metal screws. The front panel then lifts off and you can see the exterior case for the tub drive mechanism and motor. But, it wasn't obvious what was wrong until I tilted the entire unit backwards and saw the drive belt available directly under the machine and fully accessible without any tools. It was obvious, because there was a 1/8" worth of belt fragment dust under the machine. A new belt was all it needed and after I ordered it from PartSelect, I simply jimmied the old belt off the main pulley and put the new one on. It no longer squeals or slips. Hopefully, I gained another 5 years of life out of the washing machine.
Kevin from North Plains, OR
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Water intermittently leaking from bottom of washer
I could not tell where the leak was coming from. It was intermittent. Also the clothes were not getting totally dry in the spin cycle. Finally the drum stopped turning. The bearing in the waterpump was shot and the water was leaking from the waterpump. Luckily or unluckily, the bearing completely went and I then found out that the intermittent leaking was coming from the pump. I replaced the pump and the belt that was damaged when the pump bearing locked up. This has resolved the leaking issue.
Making a lot of noise during wash and drain cycle.
The drain pump assembly was going bad. It eventually froze and burned the drive belt and motor pulley up. I replaced the drain pump by removing 3 screws. I replace the motor pulley and belt in about 5 minutes without removing any parts. Simple fix. Ran through 3 cycles and works perfectly. Thanks!
No need to buy a brake wrench nor the expensive spring remover. Once the drum is out the washer turn it upside down and loose the screws holding the transmission about a little more than half way, to give the new snubber enough room to fit in, them tigh and assamble everything back together
During the first rinse cycle, a loud metal to metal grinding sound occured. I shut down the machine and inspected thebottom of the washed and found the water pump hard to move. Obviously there was a problem.
I simply emptied the machine of all the water, tilted the washer on its side,removed the small gray access panel located on the back of the washer, removed both hoses and the drive belt. Then I removed the three screw bolts that hold the water pump in place. Then I replaced the old pump with the new on by just following the process in reverse. I did notice that the new pump did not come with a metal support plate(at least thats what I called it. No problem though when I found out from a local repairman that its a newer design. Total time less than 15 minutes.
The noise problem was a combination of the belt and the snubber Ring. The snubber ring was worn out and causing most of the noise. The belt was easy to put on...the snubber ring - not so much. Plan a couple of hours to disassemble the lower portion of the washer as the snubber ring lies at the bottom of the washer tub assembly but above all the pulleys, gears and the bottom/base plate of the wash machine. A nice surprise is the large spring that pops out when you open up the bottom plate. Re-compressing that spring takes a special tool or a creative way to get it all back together after the new snubber ring is installed. I used some temporary bolts and nuts in luau of the short 1/2" sheet metal screws to compress the spring and than replaced the bolts with the original sheet metal screws once the plate was close enough to use them. It was a major pain. No doubt the pros have a special tool that takes care of this problem. Good luck!
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Hannes L - November 26, 2021
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Easy to replace
great to still find a good Part for this old Admiral Washer.
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Luisa C - April 23, 2020
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Worked as expected
Came fast
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JASON F - April 7, 2020
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Better than the no name ones!
Fit better, and hopefully will last as long as the original (15 years)! Bought a no name off another site , lasted 6 months. It broke, and left a HUGE mess of black rubber on the floor, and on the bottom of my washer. Reading its feedback reviews, I wasnt alone with this problem. This belt was a direct replacement, and I bought 2, just to have a back up.
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George J - February 19, 2020
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Washer not spinning fast enough
Did not fix my problem of washer not spinning fast enough to spin water out of clothing also replaced thrust bearing and gear assembly still did not correct the problem. Still need a solution for my problem.
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Alicia P - January 21, 2020
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Easy
The part was here quickly!! It was a 5 minute installment and my appliance is working like new again!!!
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Mary B - July 31, 2019
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Easy repair
The part came in good condition. It fit and machine is running great.
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Scott B - April 26, 2019
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Worked as expected
All good
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William S - February 26, 2019
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Bouncing machine
Purchased the spring kit, snubber ring, and belt. With your instructive videos I was able to tame the machine that shook and walked by itself. It runs like new. Thanks for the quick delivery and great instructons.
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Jamie R - November 30, 2018
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Repreat now. air for loud noise
Bought this and a new water pump the water pump went out and caused loud noise - belt started wearing funny - replaced both all is g
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Richard A - November 16, 2018
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Perfect fit
The belt was a perfect fit and very easy to install. Videos are great.
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